Thailand Travel Cost Calculator

Last updated: November 2025 Estimates reflect typical travel spending; actual costs vary by season and destination. Feedback / report an issue

Plan realistic trip costs for solo travelers, couples, and families—by city, season, and travel style

Get a clear, customizable estimate of what your Thailand trip will cost. Choose your destinations, travel style, and group size to see daily and total budgets in THB and USD. Numbers reflect typical traveler spending and include a 10% buffer for real-world wiggle room.

Thailand Travel Budget Calculator

Destinations (nights)
Includes +10% buffer

How to Use This Tool

  1. 1. Enter your trip length and number of travelers.
  2. 2. Add nights for each destination (must equal total trip days).
  3. 3. Choose your travel style, food, activities, and transport.
  4. 4. Hit “Calculate” to see per-person and group costs in THB & USD.
How costs work:
  • Accommodation is shared by the group
  • Food, alcohol & activities are priced per person
  • Taxis are split 70% per person / 30% shared across the group
Currency: USD totals use a default rate of 36 THB per USD. You can adjust this in the tool under FX rate.

Sample Trip Budgets

Solo — 14-Day Bangkok → Chiang Mai → Krabi
Style: Backpacker Duration: 14 days Group: 1 person
Itinerary: Bangkok (4 nights) • Chiang Mai (5) • Krabi (5)
Accommodation
12,600 THB
Food & drinks
5,000 THB
Local transport
3,200 THB
Activities & tours
4,200 THB
Intercity travel
3,000 THB
Buffer (10%)
2,800 THB
Total
~31,000 THB (~$860)
Couple — 21-Day Bangkok → Chiang Mai → Phuket → Koh Samui
Style: Mid-range Duration: 21 days Group: 2 people
Itinerary: Bangkok (5 nights) • Chiang Mai (6) • Phuket (5) • Koh Samui (5)
Accommodation
37,800 THB
Food & drinks
28,000 THB
Local transport
8,400 THB
Activities & tours
18,000 THB
Intercity travel
4,500 THB
Buffer (10%)
9,700 THB
Total
~106,000 THB (~$2,940)
Family of 3 — 28-Day Bangkok → Chiang Mai → Krabi → Koh Phangan → Koh Samui
Style: Comfort Duration: 28 days Group: 2 adults + 1 child
Itinerary: Bangkok (6 nights) • Chiang Mai (6) • Krabi (6) • Koh Phangan (5) • Koh Samui (5)
Accommodation
72,800 THB
Food & drinks
33,600 THB
Local transport
16,800 THB
Activities & tours
22,000 THB
Intercity travel
6,800 THB
Buffer (10%)
15,200 THB
Total
~167,000 THB (~$4,640)

Travel Style Explained

Backpacker
  • Simple stays: dorms / budget rooms; walk, buses, songthaews.
  • Food focus: street food, markets, local eateries.
  • Activities: a few paid sights, mostly DIY exploring.
  • Good for stretching days and covering more destinations on a tight budget.
Mid-range
  • Modern hotels / nice guesthouses; mix of taxis, scooters, and public transit.
  • Food mix: Thai restaurants + cafés, some Western meals.
  • Activities: regular tours/entrances (island trips, cooking classes, temples).
  • Balanced comfort without luxury pricing; ideal for couples or friends.
Luxury
  • Upscale boutique hotels/resorts; private transfers or rental car where useful.
  • Food: premium restaurants, beach clubs, craft coffee & imported goods.
  • Activities: curated tours, boats, spas, occasional private experiences.
  • Best for shorter trips where comfort and convenience come first.
Notes:
  • Accommodation override lets you pick a room type regardless of style.
  • Season & destination multipliers raise/lower costs (islands & peak season are higher).
  • Group math: rooms are shared, while food/alcohol/activities are per person; taxis split 70% per person / 30% shared.

Next Step: Plan Your Trip Budget

Real-world budgets, destination price ranges, money-saving tips, and sample itineraries.
Read Full Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to common questions to help you get the most out of the calculator.

📌 Does the tool include flights to Thailand?
No. The calculator only covers in-country costs such as accommodation, food, transport, and activities. You can add your international flight cost manually if needed.

📌 Are visa fees or travel insurance included in the estimate?
No. These costs vary by nationality, visa type, and insurance provider, so they are not included by default.

📌 Can I use this calculator for multi-country trips in Southeast Asia?
It’s designed specifically for Thailand. Costs in neighboring countries may be higher or lower, so the results won’t be accurate outside Thailand.

📌 Are child or family discounts included in the calculations?
Not automatically. The tool uses standard adult pricing. If a child receives a lower ticket or food cost, feel free to adjust the totals manually.

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