Which place is cheaper, Lucknow or Madhya Pradesh?
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 Madhya Pradesh or Lucknow?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Lucknow? 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: Madhya Pradesh or Lucknow?
Madhya Pradesh
Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.
Lucknow
Lucknow, located in the central region of Awadh, is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. With a very rich cultural and historical past, Lucknow has been at the heart of North Indian culture for many centuries. It thrives in areas of art, cuisine, dance, culture, music, and more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, and The Best Bicycle Tours in India.
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Madhya Pradesh Prices
India PricesLucknow Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadhya Pradesh $16Lucknow $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $16, while the average daily cost in Lucknow is $55. 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 Madhya Pradesh and Lucknow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh $8.12Lucknow $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $16Lucknow $36
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Lucknow
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Lucknow? 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: Lucknow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh $0.89Lucknow $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $45
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $48
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $45
- Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucknow
Also for Lucknow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lucknow, Varanasi, Ayodhya or Prayagraj: One-Way Transfer: $42
- One-Way Transfer Agra-Lucknow by Private AC Car: $108
- Premium Lucknow Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Convenience: $23
- Private Lucknow Arrival Transfer - Airport to Lucknow Hotels drop: $8.67
- Private Transfer from Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport to Lucknow: $45
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Lucknow?
Prices for flights to both Lucknow and Madhya Pradesh 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 dayMadhya Pradesh $5.63Lucknow $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Heritage Walk With Curated Dinner In Lucknow: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh $3.16Lucknow $14
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Night 3 Days Adventure & Cultural Escape in Orchha: $93
- 3 Days Ujjain Mahakal and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Darshan Tour: $130
- 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
- A Day Tour of Gwalior from Agra with Local Guide Service: $64
- A Day Tour of Orchha & Jhansi Fort from Khajuraho with Guide: $81
- All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $96
- Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $77
- Bhedaghat Tour From Jabalpur: $99
- Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $51
- Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $139
- Erotic Temple Tour of Khajuraho: $96
- Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
Tours and Activities in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Lucknow Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $3.84
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Colonial Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Night Walk Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage Lucknow Photography Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Lucknow Colonial Heritage Walk: Guided Tour by Foot: $14
- Exploring Lucknow in Nightlights: Guided Tour by Foot: $14
- Cultural Walking Tour of Lucknow with Local Snacks: $17
- Cultural Walking Tour with Local Snacks (Guided Tour): $17
- Day Tour Of Lucknow: $22
- Flavors of Guided Food Tasting Tour with a Local: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh $2.48Lucknow $6.68
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucknow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucknow:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Lucknow, we can see that Lucknow is more expensive. And not only is Madhya Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Madhya Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madhya Pradesh 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 Lucknow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lucknow than you might in Madhya Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive? and Is Lucknow 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.