A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Chumphon vs. Bandung for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Chumphon or Bandung?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Chumphon or Bandung? 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: Chumphon or Bandung?

Chumphon

Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok, The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia.


Which place is cheaper, Bandung or Chumphon?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $51, while the average daily cost in Bandung is $48. 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 Chumphon and Bandung in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Chumphon $18
    Bandung $20
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Chumphon $36
    Bandung $40
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Bandung

Looking for a hotel in Chumphon or Bandung? 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.

Hotels in Chumphon


Hotels in Bandung


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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: Chumphon Hotel Prices and Bandung Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Chumphon $7.28
    Bandung $5.54

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bandung

Also for Bandung, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfer from Kec. Batununggal Kel. Kacapiring 40271 to Bandung Airport (BDO): $37
  • Private Transfer from Sunyaragi to Kertajati Airport (KJT): $184
  • Private Transfer from Sukatani Purwakarta Regency to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $128
  • Private Transfer from Sukatani Cikarang to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $58
  • Private Transfer from Sukatani Bekasi to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $58
  • Private Transfer from Sukaresmi, Sukamakmur, Bogor to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $80
  • Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Sukamakmur Bogor to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $66
  • Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Garut Regency to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $196
  • Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Cianjur Regency to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $119
  • Private Transfer from Sukaresmi Bekasi to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $66
  • Private Transfer from Sukarasa bandung to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $119
  • Private Transfer from Sukarasa Kuningan Regency to Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP): $196

Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Bandung?

Prices for flights to both Bandung and Chumphon 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Chumphon $25
    Bandung $24
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon

For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Ice Cream
    $0.19
  • Fruit at the Market
    $0.63
  • Breakfast
    $1.26

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Chumphon $12
    Bandung $5.45

Tours and Activities in Chumphon

For Chumphon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Jet Ski Adventure with Island Trip Option: $93
  • Unique Yoga Private Class Experience in Chumphon: $87

Tours and Activities in Bandung

For Bandung, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 7 Hour Private Bandung City Tour : $148
  • Bandung Crater Adventure Hotspring and Mud Bath: $70
  • Bandung One Day Tour Package: $160
  • Bandung Tour All In, White Crater, Volcano Mountain, Hot Spring : $52
  • Bandung Tour Volcano, Hotsprings, Mud, Tea, Lunch all Included: $60
  • Bandung Volcano Sightseeing and Hot Spring Private Tour: $43
  • Batukaras Countryside & Canyon Tour: $74
  • Bogor ,west Java Tour: $50
  • Full-Day Tour to Bandung White Crater,Lake and Tea Plantation: $87
  • Indonesia: Dago Dreampark Bandung Tickets: $9.93
  • Innova Reborn Tour driver car rental in Bandung: $62
  • Java Bali Private Tour Package with Driver as Guide: $1,838

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Chumphon $13
    Bandung $3.32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:


  • Beer (2)
    $4.40


When comparing the travel costs between Chumphon and Bandung, we can see that Chumphon 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 Chumphon Expensive? and Is Bandung Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Chumphon or Bandung?

Bandung has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Chumphon and Bandung, 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.