Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Bari?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bari or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Bari and Mostar. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Bari or Mostar?
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Italy, The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBari €113Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Bari is €113, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Bari and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBari €73Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBari €146Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Bari and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Bari or Mostar? 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: Bari Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bari €11Mostar €8.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
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Train to Lecce€44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bari Airport: 1-Way Shared Transfer to Matera City Center: $5.35
- Bari Airport: Shared Transfer to/from Taranto Train Station: $9.09
- From Bari Airport: Shared Transfer to/from Salento Airport: $9.62
- Bari Airport Transfer to/from Foggia Train Station: $13
- Bari Cruise Port (Terminal di Bari) to Bari hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Private Transfer from Bari hotels to Bari Cruise Port: $25
- Private Transfer from Bari Cruise Port to Bari Intl Airport (BRI): $25
- Private Transfer from Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port: $25
- Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $50
- Bari Cruise Port (Terminal di Bari) to Bari hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $50
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Bari or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Bari 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 dayBari €32Mostar €24
Typical Food Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
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Dinner€44
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Coffee€2.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street food tour of Polignano a Mare: $39
- Bari Walking Street Food Tour: $48
- Bari Street Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Italian Street Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $70
- Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour: $76
- Street Food Tour in Bari old town - Do Eat Better Experience: $78
- Rickshaw Street Food Tour: $80
- Conversano: Apulian cooking lesson with dinner included: $82
- Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $82
- Bari Street Food Tour on Segway: $86
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Barletta with Show Cooking: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Margherita di Savoia with Show Cooking: $93
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bari €8.61Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Tour "Hunt for the treasures of Bari": $3.28
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.42
- Bari Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Wonderful Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Olive Oil Private Tour and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting in Altamura: $22
- Simi Palace and Byzantine Church Tour with Ticket: $24
- St. Nicholas Basilica and Crypt Guided Tour: $27
- Guided Walking Tour: $27
- Bari Walking City Tour: $30
- Norman-Swabian Castle Guided Tour: $30
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBari €13Mostar €3.47
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
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Beer€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
- Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $79
- Private Tour: Trani walking tour with Moscato wine tasting: $115
- Wine tasting experience in the Apulian countryside : $235
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bari and Mostar, we can see that Bari is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Bari would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bari than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bari Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bari or Mostar?
Bari has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Bari and Mostar, 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.
When is the best time to visit Bari or Mostar?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Bari or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Bari during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Bari for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Bari is around the same temperature as Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Bari averages around 25°C (76°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bari. In the summer, Bari often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Bari gets 336 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Bari usually gets less rain in July than Mostar. Bari gets 9 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBari 25°C (76°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Bari or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bari and Mostar. Many visitors come to Bari in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Bari is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bari in October average around 18°C (65°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Bari usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during autumn. Bari gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Bari usually receives less rain than Mostar. Bari gets 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBari 18°C (65°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Bari or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bari as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Bari for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Bari is generally much warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Bari average around 10°C (49°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Bari often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Bari gets 110 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Bari usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Bari gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBari 10°C (49°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Bari or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Bari are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Bari because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
Bari is around the same temperature as Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Bari averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bari. Bari usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during spring. Bari gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Bari usually receives less rain than Mostar. Bari gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBari 14°C (58°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Bari
| Bari | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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.