A Travel Price Comparison for India Pune vs. Lucknow for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pune or Lucknow?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pune or Lucknow, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Pune or Lucknow?

Pune

Located in Maharashtra, Pune is the state's second largest city and cultural capital. Not only is it a hub for museums, temples, beaches, and scenic overlooks, but it also has a thriving nightlife and general atmosphere due to the student population.

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 Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Photography Tours in India, and The Best Religious Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Lucknow or Pune?

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 Pune is $61, 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 Pune and Lucknow in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pune $21
    Lucknow $18
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pune $42
    Lucknow $36
Compare Hotels in Pune and Lucknow

Looking for a hotel in Pune 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.

Hotels in Pune


Hotels in Lucknow


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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: Pune Hotel Prices and Lucknow Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pune $13
    Lucknow $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucknow

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

  • Private Transfer from Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport: $45
  • Private Transfer from Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport to Lucknow: $45
  • Private Lucknow Arrival Transfer - Airport to Lucknow Hotels drop: $8.67
  • Premium Lucknow Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Convenience: $23
  • One-Way Transfer Agra-Lucknow by Private AC Car: $107
  • Lucknow, Varanasi, Ayodhya or Prayagraj: One-Way Transfer: $42

Is it cheaper to fly into Pune or Lucknow?

Prices for flights to both Lucknow and Pune 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
    Pune $29
    Lucknow $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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pune $16
    Lucknow $14

Tours and Activities in Lucknow

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

  • 6-Hour Lucknow Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup: $80
  • 8 Hour: Lucknow Full day City Sightseeing Trip: $58
  • A Walking Tour for Vegetarian Foodies in Lucknow: $180
  • Ayodhya Tour From Lucknow (Same Day): $253
  • Best of Lucknow (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $78
  • Colonial Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
  • Cultural Walking Tour of Lucknow with Local Snacks: $17
  • Custom Private Lucknow Sightseeing Trip with Guided Trip: $58
  • Day Tour Of Lucknow: $22
  • Exploring Lucknow in Nightlights: Guided Tour by Foot: $14
  • Flavors of Guided Food Tasting Tour with a Local: $23
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Tour Fast-Track Entry: $75

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pune $14
    Lucknow $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 comparing the travel costs between Pune and Lucknow, we can see that Pune 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 Pune Expensive? and Is Lucknow Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Pune or Lucknow?

Pune has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Lucknow. When comparing the sizes of Pune and Lucknow, 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.