Which place is cheaper, Hannover or Bad Gastein?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bad Gastein or Hannover?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bad Gastein and Hannover can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bad Gastein or Hannover?
Bad Gastein
Located in the High Tauern Mountains south of Salzburg, Bad Gastein is a spa and ski town known for hotels and villas built into steep and forested slopes. While the town is most visited in the winter for skiing purposes, it is also a home base for many hiking opportunities throughout the summer.
Hannover
Hannover is the capital of Lower Saxony (or Niedersachsen) in northern Germany. It is fairly modern with very little remnants architecturally pre-World War II. Today, it is best known for a handful of landmarks and the largest annual tech expo in the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Germany, and The Best Oktoberfest Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBad Gastein €122Hannover €155
The average daily cost (per person) in Bad Gastein is €122, while the average daily cost in Hannover is €155. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Bad Gastein and Hannover in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBad Gastein €62Hannover €85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBad Gastein €124Hannover €170
Compare Hotels in Bad Gastein and Hannover
Looking for a hotel in Bad Gastein or Hannover? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Bad Gastein Hotel Prices and Hannover Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bad Gastein €40Hannover €23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hannover
Also for Hannover, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Direct Transfer From Wolfsburg to Hamburg; English Speaking Driver: $289
- Private Transfer From Hannover to Hamburg With Sightseeing Stops: $271
- Private Transfer From Hannover to Hamburg, English Speaking Driver: $212
- Private Transfer From Hanover City to Bremen City: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Bad Gastein or Hannover?
Prices for flights to both Hannover and Bad Gastein change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBad Gastein €35Hannover €49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bad Gastein €21Hannover €35
Tours and Activities in Hannover
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hannover.
- Guided tour of the New Town Hall in Hanover: $11
- Guided tour of the Royal Herrenhausen Gardens: $13
- On the trail of crime - Hannover's Crime Tour: $19
- Hanover: SEA LIFE Entry Ticket: $20
- SEA LIFE Hannover Ticket: $21
- Hop-on hop-off tour in Hanover in a double-decker bus: $22
- Fritz Haarmann murder tour through Hanover's old town: $33
- Hanno(ver)nascht Culinary city tour: $40
- Culinary bike tour: $41
- Hanover: Private Walking tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $120
- Virtual reality experience in Langenhagen: $131
- Personal Travel & Vacation Photography Walking Tour in Hannover: $186
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBad Gastein €7.86Hannover €34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bad Gastein and Hannover, we can see that Hannover is more expensive. And not only is Bad Gastein much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bad Gastein would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bad Gastein and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Hannover would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hannover than you might in Bad Gastein.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bad Gastein Expensive? and Is Hannover Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bad Gastein or Hannover?
Hannover has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Bad Gastein. When comparing the sizes of Bad Gastein and Hannover, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.