A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bath vs. Gdansk for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bath or Gdansk?

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 Bath and Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Bath or Gdansk?

Bath

Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Bath?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bath is £141, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is £44. 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 Bath and Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bath £79
    Gdansk £22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bath £158
    Gdansk £44
Compare Hotels in Bath and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Bath or Gdansk? 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.

Hotels in Bath


Hotels in Gdansk


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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: Bath Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bath £26
    Gdansk £6.87

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath

Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $161
  • Bath to Heathrow Airport private airport transfer: $291
  • Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
  • VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
  • VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
  • Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
  • Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
  • Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
  • Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
  • Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
  • Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
  • Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
  • Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85

Is it cheaper to fly into Bath or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Bath 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bath £43
    Gdansk £17

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
  • 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
  • Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
  • Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
  • Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
  • Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
  • Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bath £17
    Gdansk £6.55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Thermal Bath Spa
    £35

Tours and Activities in Bath

For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Bridgeton Walking Tour with an APP: $8.99
  • Bath : 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour With An App: $8.99
  • 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour in Bath with An App: $9.99
  • Discover Bath's Timeless Charm: In-App Audio Tour: $11
  • Bath Self-Guided Private Tour: $11
  • Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $12
  • Jane Austen Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Bath: $13
  • Bath Private Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $13
  • Bath & Stonehenge City Break from London - Self-Guided Tours: $13
  • The Soul Spa: TRIPP Spa Virtual Reality Experience: $19
  • Mystery Urban Adventure City Exploration Game: $19
  • Bath Abbey Entry Ticket and Guided Tower Tour: $19

Tours and Activities in Gdansk

Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
  • 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
  • A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
  • Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
  • Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
  • Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
  • Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
  • Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
  • City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
  • Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
  • Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
  • Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bath £14
    Gdansk £3.82

Sample the Local Flavors in Bath

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bath:

  • Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47

Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
  • Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
  • Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bath and Gdansk, we can see that Bath is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Bath would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bath than you might in Gdansk.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bath Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bath or Gdansk?

Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bath. When comparing the sizes of Bath and Gdansk, 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.