Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Bandung?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Bandung or Yakushima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Bandung or Yakushima? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Bandung or Yakushima?
Bandung
Bandung is the capital city of West Java, and the third largest city in Indonesia after Jakarta and Surabaya. Nicknamed Parijs van Java (Paris of Java) by the Dutch for its resemblance to Paris and European atmosphere back in colonial times, Bandung also earned another nickname as Kota Kembang, literally meaning the Flower City since Bandung used to have a lot of flowers. Nowadays, Bandung has become a very popular weekend escape for Jakartans, who crowd the city on weekends and national holidays. It's known for colonial and art deco architecture, a lively, university-town feel and relatively cool tropical weather. Bandung is also a shopping destination, with fashion outlets clustered along Jalan Setiabudi and Jalan Riau in the Dago district. The city also make a good base for day trips to the surrounding countryside - high volcanic peaks, hot springs, and tea plantations are all within reach.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Bandung Prices
Indonesia PricesYakushima Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBandung $48Yakushima $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Bandung is $48, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $141. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Bandung and Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBandung $20Yakushima $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBandung $40Yakushima $122
Compare Hotels in Bandung and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Bandung or Yakushima? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Bandung Hotel Prices and Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bandung $5.54Yakushima $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bandung
Also for Bandung, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Mampang to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $35
- Private Transfer from Sadang Serang to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer from Kel. Sekejati to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer from Kel. Samoja to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Kel. Samoja: $37
- Private Transfer from Pagerwangi to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer from Cihideung to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer from Dusun Mulya Bhakti to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to 40294 Arcamanik, Bandung City: $37
- Private Transfer from Citeureup City to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer from Malabar to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
- Private Transfer Bandung Airport (BDO) to Paledang: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Bandung or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima and Bandung change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBandung $24Yakushima $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bandung
For Bandung, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Indonesian Cooking Class with Welcoming Exotic Fruits: $32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bandung $5.45Yakushima $21
Tours and Activities in Bandung
For Bandung, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Indonesia: Dago Dreampark Bandung Tickets: $9.93
- The heart of Bandung and Grand Mosque Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Bandung Volcano Sightseeing and Hot Spring Private Tour: $43
- Tangkuban Parahu Volcano & Surrounding Areas Tour: $44
- Private Guided to The White Crater & Surrounding Areas Tour: $45
- Private Guide Bandung Tour Car Charter: $49
- Bogor ,west Java Tour: $50
- Bandung Tour All In, White Crater, Volcano Mountain, Hot Spring : $52
- Private Tour to Bandung Volcano Hot Springs and Mud bathing: $55
- Kawah Putih tour - Day trip Ticket etc all including : $57
- Private: Kawah Putih,Volcano,HotSpring,Mud Bathing,Lake Tour: $58
- Kawah Putih Day Tours: $59
Tours and Activities in Yakushima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yakushima are as follows:
- Private Guided Tour: $336
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBandung $3.32Yakushima $6.61
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bandung and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima is more expensive. And not only is Bandung much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bandung would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bandung and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima than you might in Bandung.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bandung Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.