
Prices and Cost of Living in Bhutan
Prices in Bhutan
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Bhutan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
Apples (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Banana (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 0.00 EUR |
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 0.00 EUR |
Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 0.00 EUR |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 0.00 EUR |
Eggs (regular) (12) | 0.00 EUR |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.00 EUR |
Lettuce (1 head) | 0.00 EUR |
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 0.00 EUR |
Local Cheese (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 0.00 EUR |
Onion (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Oranges (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Potato (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Rice (white), (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Tomato (1kg) | 0.00 EUR |
Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.00 EUR |
Food and beverage prices in Bhutan
Popular food products found on store shelves in Bhutan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 60 INR (0 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 357 INR (0 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 59.17 INR (0 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 71.11 INR (0 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 147 INR (0 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 239 INR (0 EUR) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 33.12 INR (0 EUR). Dairy prices in Bhutan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 72.5 INR (0 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 282 INR (0 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 313 INR (0 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 169 INR (0 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 80.62 INR (0 EUR) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
Cappuccino (regular) | 0.00 EUR |
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.00 EUR |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 0.00 EUR |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.00 EUR |
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 0.00 EUR |
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 0.00 EUR |
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 0.00 EUR |
Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.00 EUR |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Bhutan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 124 INR (0 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 47 INR (0 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 300 INR (0 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1500 INR (0 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 250 INR (0 EUR).
Public Transportation Prices
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 0.00 EUR |
One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.00 EUR |
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 0.00 EUR |
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 0.00 EUR |
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 0.00 EUR |
How much does transportation cost in Bhutan?
The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 175 INR (0 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 342 INR (0 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 75 INR (0 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 200 INR (0 EUR).
Fuel Prices
Diesel 1L | 0.58 EUR |
Gasoline 1L | 0.59 EUR |
Fuel prices in Bhutan
Average fuel prices in Bhutan are 59.03 INR (0.59 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 58.6 INR (0.58 EUR) per liter of diesel.
Entertainment Prices
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 0.00 EUR |
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 0.00 EUR |
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 0.00 EUR |
Apartment Rental Prices
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 0.00 EUR |
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 0.00 EUR |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 0.00 EUR |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 0.00 EUR |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bhutan?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bhutan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 5949 INR (0 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 9010 INR (0 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 135000 INR (0 EUR) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 0.00 EUR |
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 0.00 EUR |
Average Salary
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 0.00 EUR |
Hotel Prices in Bhutan
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
What is the average cost of a hotel room?
Accommodation prices in Bhutan vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Thimphu (December 2024) ranges from 1904 INR (19 EUR) per night in a hostel to about 5362 INR (54 EUR) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 42618 INR (425 EUR) upwards.
• Prices of products and services in Bhutan. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 06/2025, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
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