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Cheap Bangkok: real prices (2026)

Bangkok on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Bangkok. Ranges in THB with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Free · in your currency · in English, Spanish and French · Approx. rate: 1 € ≈ 38 THB

Food & drink

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Supermarket / 7-Eleven14–20 THB0.37–0.53 €
Pad thaiStreet stall50–80 THB1.32–2.11 €
Beer at a barTourist area80–150 THB2.11–3.95 €

Transport

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Short taxi rideWith meter50–100 THB1.32–2.63 €
Short tuk-tuk ridePrice agreed beforehand100–200 THB2.63–5.26 €

Tours & activities

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Damnoen Saduak floating marketBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online800–1,500 THB21–39 €
Thai cooking classBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online1,000–1,800 THB26–47 €

Sights & leisure

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
1 h massageTourist area250–400 THB6.58–11 €
Grand Palace ticketOfficial ticket office (foreigners)500 THB13 €

Cheapest things in Bangkok

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Bangkok, to travel on a budget:

Cheap tours in Bangkok

Where to eat cheap in Bangkok

Cheap transport in Bangkok

Tips to travel cheap in Bangkok

  1. Always pay in THB: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
  2. Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
  3. Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
  4. Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
  5. Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Bangkok

“The Grand Palace is closed”You're offered a cheap tuk-tuk that ends at a gem shop. The palace opens almost every day.
Taxi refusing the meterSay “meter, please” or use Grab/Bolt.

FAQ

Is Bangkok cheap?

Yes, Bangkok is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 14–20 THB, short taxi ride 50–100 THB. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Bangkok?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Bangkok on about 5.63–15 € (214–560 THB) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Bangkok?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Damnoen Saduak floating market (800–1,500 THB), Thai cooking class (1,000–1,800 THB).

Where can I eat cheap in Bangkok?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Bangkok: Water 1.5 L (shop) (14–20 THB), Pad thai (50–80 THB), Beer at a bar (80–150 THB).

How much is a bottle of water in Bangkok?

In a shop in Bangkok, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 14–20 THB.

How much should a taxi cost in Bangkok?

A short ride in Bangkok costs 50–100 THB (with meter). Ask for the meter or agree the price before getting in.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Bangkok?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.

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