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Travel Costs in Punjab: What to Expect and How to Plan
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Travel Costs in Punjab: What to Expect and How to Plan

Jan 2026
5 min read

💰 Punjab is one of North India’s most affordable and rewarding destinations, whether you travel on a budget or in comfort. 🏨 From cozy guesthouses to stylish hotels and delicious street food, your money goes far here. 🚕 This guide helps you plan exactly how much to spend while exploring Punjab.

🏨 Daily Travel Budgets

🧳 Budget Traveler
₹1,500 – ₹2,800 per day (~$18 – $34)
Includes guesthouse stay, street food, and public transport.

🧳 Mid-Range Traveler
₹4,000 – ₹8,000 per day (~$48 – $96)
Includes 3–4⭐ hotels, restaurant meals, and taxis.

🌟 Luxury Traveler
₹12,000 – ₹25,000+ per day (~$145 – $300+)
Includes premium hotels, fine dining, and private transport.


🍛 Food Prices

Punjab is famous for filling, affordable meals 😋
• Street food: ₹80–₹150 ($1–$2)
• Restaurant meal: ₹250–₹600 ($3–$7)
• Butter chicken & naan: ₹400–₹700 ($5–$8)
• Lassi: ₹60–₹120 ($1–$1.50)


🚕 Transport Costs

• City buses: ₹10–₹40 ($0.12–$0.50) 🚍
• Auto-rickshaw: ₹50–₹150 ($0.60–$1.80)
• Taxi (short ride): ₹150–₹300 ($1.80–$3.60)
• Trains between cities: ₹300–₹1,200 ($4–$14) 🚆


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