Which place is cheaper, Leipzig or Bad Gastein?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bad Gastein or Leipzig?
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 Leipzig can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bad Gastein or Leipzig?
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.
Leipzig
Leipzig is a city in the eastern German state of Saxony. Leipzig is Saxony's coolest city, called "The New Berlin" by many. It is a playground for nomadic young creatives, but it's also a city of enormous history, a trade-fair mecca and foundational in the eyes of music lovers due to its intrinsic connection to the lives and work of Bach, Mendelssohn, and Wagner. When it comes to art, the neo-realistic New Leipzig School has stirred up the international art world for well over 10 years.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, and The Best Walking Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBad Gastein €122Leipzig €166
The average daily cost (per person) in Bad Gastein is €122, while the average daily cost in Leipzig is €166. 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 Leipzig in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBad Gastein €62Leipzig €91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBad Gastein €124Leipzig €182
Compare Hotels in Bad Gastein and Leipzig
Looking for a hotel in Bad Gastein or Leipzig? 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 Leipzig Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bad Gastein €40Leipzig €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leipzig
Also for Leipzig, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer Leipzig Airport LEJ to Leipzig by Car or Van: $93
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $34
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Round-Trip Private Car Transfer: $68
- Leipzig hotels to Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) - Departure Private Transfer: $34
- Private Transfer from Leipzig City to Dresden City: $83
Is it cheaper to fly into Bad Gastein or Leipzig?
Prices for flights to both Leipzig 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 €35Leipzig €53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Leipzig
For Leipzig, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Sightseeing and Food Tour: $64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bad Gastein €21Leipzig €36
Tours and Activities in Leipzig
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Leipzig.
- Secrets of Old The Lost Treasure Adventure: $4.27
- Leipzig's Communist Past: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of the City's Communist Past: $6.99
- Historic Center Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.45
- Complete Self-guided Audio Tour on your Phone: $8.45
- Smartphone Scavenger Hunt Sighteeing Tour: $12
- Guided Crime-Themed Walking Tour: $13
- Old Town Guided Tour: $13
- 1.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour in German: $14
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour - Explore Your Way: $14
- Guided Tour of the Southern Cemetery: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBad Gastein €7.86Leipzig €26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bad Gastein and Leipzig, we can see that Leipzig 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 Leipzig would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leipzig 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 Leipzig Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bad Gastein or Leipzig?
Leipzig has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Bad Gastein. When comparing the sizes of Bad Gastein and Leipzig, 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.