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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India Budget Travel Guide

What India really costs โ€” daily budgets, a category breakdown, totals by trip length and how to save.

India is excellent value โ€” your money goes a long way here. As a rough guide per person per day (excluding international flights): around $25 budget, $55 mid-range, and $220+ luxury. Estimate your trip with the Budget Calculator.

Budget

$25/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights

Luxury

$220+/day
  • 4โ€“5โ˜… hotels
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Where the money goes

Daily cost breakdown

CategoryBudgetMid-rangeLuxury
Accommodation$13$28$110
Food & drink$6$14$55
Transport$3$7$29
Activities & extras$3$7$26
Trip totals

Estimated total by trip length (per person)

DurationBudgetMid-rangeLuxury
5 days$125โ€“$200$275โ€“$413$1,100+
7 days$175โ€“$280$385โ€“$578$1,540+
10 days$250โ€“$400$550โ€“$825$2,200+
14 days$350โ€“$560$770โ€“$1,155$3,080+
21 days$525โ€“$840$1,155โ€“$1,733$4,620+

Excludes international flights. Estimates are for guidance only.

FAQ

India cost FAQ

How much does a trip to India cost?
Per person per day (excl. flights): budget ~$25, mid-range ~$55, luxury from $220+. A week runs roughly $385โ€“$578 mid-range.
Is India expensive?
India is excellent value โ€” your money goes a long way here.
What's a daily backpacker budget for India?
Around $25 a day covers hostels or guesthouses, local food, public transport and free sights.
How much do I need for a week in India?
Roughly $175 budget, $385 mid-range and $1,540+ luxury per person, excluding flights.
When is the cheapest time to visit India?
Travel in the shoulder or low season (either side of Octโ€“Mar) for the lowest prices and fewer crowds.
How can I save money in India?
Eat where locals eat, use public transport, travel off-peak and book accommodation ahead.
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