Which place is cheaper, Ulaanbaatar or Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang or Ulaanbaatar?
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 Nha Trang and Ulaanbaatar. 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: Nha Trang or Ulaanbaatar?
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar is Mongolia's capital city. It has a population of slightly over two million people, or about sixty percent of the country's entire population. You are likely to arrive in Ulaanbaatar either by train, coming from China or Russia, or by plane. Many people use Ulaanbaatar as a stop off while doing the Transsiberian Railway. The city is a great place to organize a tour of the surrounding countryside. It's also good city to relax, so make sure you allow yourself a few days to recover from your tour, enjoy some of the great food options, and see some of the fascinating cultural sights around town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mongolia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mongolia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Ulaanbaatar $30
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Ulaanbaatar is $30. 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 Nha Trang and Ulaanbaatar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Ulaanbaatar $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Ulaanbaatar $22
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Ulaanbaatar
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Ulaanbaatar? 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: Nha Trang Hotel Prices and Ulaanbaatar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13Ulaanbaatar $2.79
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cam Ranh Airport Transfer to Nha Trang City : $14
- Combo (Hotel & Transfer) - XAVIA Hotel Nha Trang 4 stars (TOP): $43
- Doc Let Beach & Resort to Nha Trang/Cam Ranh Airport - Private Transfer: $65
- Nha Trang Airport CXR to Nha Trang - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Nha Trang airport transfer : $9.00
- Nha Trang to Da Lat - Private Transfer: $84
- Nha Trang to Fusion Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Golden Peak Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Hoi An - Private Transfer: $300
- Nha Trang to Mia Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Nha Trang Airport (CXR) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Nha Trang to Swandor Resort - Private Transfer: $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ulaanbaatar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ulaanbaatar:
- VIP Airport Transfer-Cadillac Escalade (6 Passengers+6 Luggage): $266
- Airport Private Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Ulaanbaatar to or from Terelj National Park: $60
- Transfer service to Terelj national park : $51
- Private Transfer to Ulaanbaatar Airport UBN by private Vehicule: $51
- Private Transfer Ulaanbaatar Airport UBN to Ulaanbaatar City : $51
- Chinggis Khaan Airport (UBN) Private Transfer to Ulaanbaatar City: $47
- New Ulaanbaatar International Airport Transfer Service: $45
- Airport - Ulaanbaatar transfer service: $40
- Private Transfer from Chinggis Khaan Airport to Ulaanbaatar: $38
- Best Price :Terelj National Park Best Non-Guided Transfers: $36
- Private Airport Transfer taxi in Ulaanbaatar: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Ulaanbaatar?
Prices for flights to both Ulaanbaatar and Nha Trang 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 dayNha Trang $25Ulaanbaatar $15
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nha Trang Private Authentic Sunset River Cruise for a nice dinner: $78
- Nha Trang Special Sunset River Cruise for sightseeing and nice dinner: $82
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Private Half-Day Cooking Class in Nha Trang with Pick Up: $97
- Nha Trang Sunset and Dinner on Cruise: $180
- Nha Trang Romantic dinner in a rice paddy field night tour: $231
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ulaanbaatar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ulaanbaatar.
- Cooking Class in a Traditional Ger Home in Ulaanbaatar Suburbs: $182
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03Ulaanbaatar $4.24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.21
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.65
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.79
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.48
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- I Resort Nha Trang Mud Bath Experience: $7.65
- I-Resort Hot Springs and Spa Packages Ticket Nha Trang: $14
- Vietnam: Life Puppets Show for Đó Theatre Ticket: $15
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour Snorkeling and Floating Party : $23
- Private Car 4s / 7s in Nha Trang Airport or City tour: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $25
- Experience Nha Trang Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $29
- Amazing Snorkeling at Mun Island ( Group Tour ): $29
- Nha Trang Street Food and Culture Tour By Scooter: $32
- Experience Island Hopping Tour, Snorkeling & Floating Party : $33
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Island Adventure with BBQ and Floating Bar: $35
- Exploring Nha Trang City Half Day Tour: $36
Tours and Activities in Ulaanbaatar
Here are a few actual costs in Ulaanbaatar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Full Day Private Tour in Terelj: $177
- Private Tandem Paragliding Experience at Bayanzurkh Mountain: $100
- 1 Day Chinggis Khaan Statue & Terelj National Park Private tour: $180
- 1 Day City Tour with All-Museum Private Tour With Free Admission: $90
- 1 Day Coach Tour of Genghis Khan Statue Complex and Terelj (FREE dog sledding): $163
- 1 Day Semi-Gobi All-included tour : $146
- 1 Day Terelj Tour from Ulaanbaatar : $250
- 1 Day Tour: Khustai National Park: $206
- 1 Day tour: Khustai National Park: Przewalski's wild horses: $190
- 12 day Great Gobi and Central Mongolia full adventure: $2,210
- 2 Day Local experience by train visit Tunkhel town: $380
- 2 Day Manzushir Temple and Terelj National Park Tour overnight at nomad family: $266
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Ulaanbaatar $3.67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Ulaanbaatar, we can see that Nha Trang is more expensive. And not only is Ulaanbaatar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ulaanbaatar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ulaanbaatar 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 Nha Trang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nha Trang than you might in Ulaanbaatar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is Ulaanbaatar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Ulaanbaatar?
Ulaanbaatar has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Ulaanbaatar, 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.