Which place is cheaper, Agra or Chandigarh?
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 Chandigarh or Agra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Chandigarh and Agra. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Chandigarh or Agra?
Chandigarh
As India's first planned city, Chandigarh is a city very distinct from the rest of the country. Much of its architecture is very modern and sits against a backdrop of the Shivalik Hills. Some of the best known attractions of Chandigarh include its rock garden, rose garden, and Sukhna Lake.
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, and The Best Cultural Tours in India.
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Chandigarh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChandigarh $51Agra $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Chandigarh is $51, while the average daily cost in Agra is $53. 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 Chandigarh and Agra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChandigarh $17Agra $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChandigarh $34Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Chandigarh and Agra
Looking for a hotel in Chandigarh or Agra? 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: Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chandigarh $11Agra $9.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chandigarh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chandigarh:
- From Delhi: One way Private Transfer Service to Agra: $139
- Affordable Chandigarh to Manali Transfer: $98
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh City to Chandigarh (IXC) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi: $37
- Delhi hotels to Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) - Departure Private Transfer: $19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Lucknow: $60
- Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
- Agra Airport / Agra Train Station to Hotel Transfer: $8.45
- Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $136
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Agra to Jaipur Transfer via Chand Bawdi & Fatehpur Sikri: $47
- Agra to New Delhi One Way Transfer by Private Car: $60
- Agra to Sawai Madhopur drop : Private Transfers with sightseeing: $104
- Create Your Own Itinerary - Private Tour & Transfer: $4.04
- Create Your Own Itinerary - Private Tour & Transfer: $2.54
- Half Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with Transfers: $27
- Mohabbat the Taj show tickets and agra transfers: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Chandigarh or Agra?
Prices for flights to both Agra and Chandigarh 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 dayChandigarh $25Agra $26
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking class with taj: $5.64
- Old Agra Market & Street Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $15
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk Ride: $18
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $20
- Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $21
- Old City & Street Food Tour in Car, Tuk Tuk or Bike: $21
- AI Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $27
- Jaisalmer: Thar Desert Camel Safari with Dinner: $28
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $28
- Agra's best cooking classes: $29
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chandigarh $14Agra $19
Tours and Activities in Chandigarh
Here are a few actual costs in Chandigarh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 days Tour - Delhi Local and Sunrise Agra ( Tajmahal Tour ): $110
- 4-Day Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra & Jaipur in Luxury: $143
- Best Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $60
- Chandigarh Museum Tour with Tuk Tuk ride: $23
- Chandigarh Nightlife Tour with shopping and food tasting: $23
- Chandigarh Private Full Day Tour : $65
- Chandigarh Walking Tour : $13
- From Agra: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri Guided Tour: $10
- From Delhi: Private Same Day Tour to Jaipur by Train: $139
- From Hyderabad: Private Day Tour to Tajmahal And Agra: $83
- Highlights of the Chandigarh (Guided Half Day City Tour): $78
- Nature Walk of Chandigarh( 2 Hours Walking Tour): $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$6.81
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Taj Mahal for Two$17
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Private Taj Mahal Tour with 5* Lunch from Delhi/Jaipur: $1.69
- Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
- Taj Mahal Tour Fast-Track Entry with Tickets: $2.21
- Skip the Line Taj Mahal with photographer & Dress Rent: $2.25
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Optional Add-ons: $2.25
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Breakfast: $2.25
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise , Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour: $2.25
- Taj Mahal Budget Tour for Backpackers: $2.25
- Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by Car from Delhi: $2.25
- Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-the-Line Tour with Options: $2.25
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Ticket: Sunrise & Daytime Options: $2.34
- Skip-the-Line: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Guided Tour: $2.50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChandigarh $7.77Agra $9.14
When comparing the travel costs between Chandigarh and Agra, we can see that Agra is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chandigarh Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chandigarh or Agra?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 56% larger than the population of Chandigarh. When comparing the sizes of Chandigarh and Agra, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.