Travel Costs in Bahrain
All figures are approximate estimates in USD for comparison.
- Budget / day
- $55
- Mid-range / day
- $130
- Luxury / day
- $350
- Budget meal
- $5
- Coffee
- $4
- Local transport
- $0.5
- Budget hotel
- $30
- Mid-range hotel
- $80
Overview
Bahrain is moderately priced by Gulf standards, generally cheaper than Dubai or Qatar but still more expensive than Southeast Asia or Eastern Europe. Accommodation and dining out at Western-style restaurants are the biggest cost drivers, while local food stalls and public transport remain very affordable. Alcohol is legally available but heavily taxed, making it a notable expense for those who drink.
Notes
Eat at local Bahraini restaurants and shawarma spots in the Manama souq area to cut meal costs dramatically, and use the inexpensive public bus network (BHT) instead of taxis to save significantly on daily transport.