Which place is cheaper, Lima or Bergen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Bergen or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Bergen or Lima? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Bergen or Lima?
Bergen
Bergen is the second largest city in Norway, and a major tourist destination due to its proximity and easy access to the fjords in West Norway. The nature that surrounds the city is stunning, and you can easily hop into the nearby countryside for some incredible hikes and outdoor adventures. The city itself is well known for its music and art scenes, making it a cultural haven in the country. There are many reasons to visit Bergen, not the least of which is the people that live there. Bergen is the most hilly city within Norway. It is surrounded by the Seven Mountains, which restrict development and keep the city contained. Situated in the far west of Norway, Bergen can be reached by a very scenic seven hour train ride from Oslo.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Norway, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Norway, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Bergen Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBergen $144Lima $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Bergen is $144, while the average daily cost in Lima is $95. 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 Bergen and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBergen $74Lima $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBergen $148Lima $104
Compare Hotels in Bergen and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Bergen or Lima? 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: Bergen Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bergen $11Lima $6.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergen:
- BGO Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $37
- Premium Transfer Service Bergen Norway: $71
- Bergen Airport BGO Private Transfer to Starefossen Bergen Hotels: $85
- Private Transfer From Bergen Hotel to Bergen Airport: $90
- Private transfer between Bergen Airport to/from Bergen City.: $102
- Private Transfer From Bergen Airport to City Centre: $103
- Private Transfer from Bergen Airport to City Center: $112
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Cruise Port to Bergen City by Sedan: $114
- Private One-Way Bergen Airport and City Transfers: $114
- Private Transfer from Bergen Airport (BGO): $115
- Bergen Private Transfer from Bergen (BGO) Airport to City centre: $115
- Bergen Private Transfer from Bergen city centre to Bergen airport: $115
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Short Taxi Ride$4.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.95
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.95
- LIMA AIRPORT SHUTTLE - Shared Transfer: $13
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Private Transfer to Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima City Center: $16
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport (LIM) to Callao Port: $17
- Private Transfer from Lima City Hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $17
- Private Airport Transfer to Miraflores San Isidro and Barranco: $18
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Callao Cruise Port to Lima Hotels: $18
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Bergen or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Bergen 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 dayBergen $58Lima $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergen
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergen.
- Ulriken Enjoy a 5-course dinner with panoramic views: $162
- Bergen Food Tour: $174
- Half Day Fishing and Outdoor Cooking in Bergen: $225
- Guided Fishing Tour with Outdoor Cooking: $262
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.59
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Ice cream$3.73
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Coffee$3.15
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Donut$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bergen $18Lima $9.15
Tours and Activities in Bergen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergen are as follows:
- 2 Hour Shared Walking Tour of Bergen: $3.57
- Off the Beaten Track in A Private Self-Guided Tour: $7.99
- The Headless Horseman in A Self Guided Walking Tour Game: $8.59
- Pocket Bergen A Self-guided Tour to the Unesco Site of Bryggen: $8.99
- Bergen's Landmarks and History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Walk with a Witch in 16th Century A Self-Guided Fictional Tour: $8.99
- Bergen Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $9.51
- Audio Walking Tour in Bergen Famous Ghosts Location : $9.75
- Bergen's University District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $15
- Authentic Morning Walking Tour: $20
- Troll Museum Entry Ticket: $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$17
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Movie Tickets$2.44
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Beach tour and surfboards for rent in Lima, Peru: $14
- Lima City Tour with Baby Alpaca Class and Pisco Tasting: $16
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $18
- Miraflores and Barranco Private Bike Tour: $19
- Private Bike Tour in Lima: $19
- Bike Tour Lima: $19
- Water Magic Circuit Lima Night Tour by Panoramic Bus: $20
- Tour in Lima with Visit to the Catacombs of San Francisco: $20
- Bohemian and artistic ravine walking tour: $22
- Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups): $24
- Pisco Sour experience with mini causitas at República del Pisco: $25
- Guided Walking Tour in Barranco: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBergen $7.56Lima $5.95
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.71
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Beer$4.30
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Cocktail$3.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bergen and Lima, we can see that Bergen is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bergen is in Europe and Lima is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Bergen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergen than you might in Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bergen Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bergen or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Bergen. When comparing the sizes of Bergen and Lima, 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 Bergen or Lima?
Bergen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bergen or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Bergen are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Bergen for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Bergen is cooler than Lima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bergen in July average around 15°C (58°F), and Lima averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Bergen. In July, Bergen usually receives more rain than Lima. Bergen gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBergen 15°C (58°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Bergen or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Bergen during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Bergen because of the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
In October, Bergen is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Bergen average around 9°C (48°F), and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bergen. Bergen usually gets more rain in October than Lima. Bergen gets 271 mm (10.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBergen 9°C (48°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Bergen or Lima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bergen and Lima. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bergen this time of year. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Bergen in the winter. Bergen is much colder than Lima in the winter. The daily temperature in Bergen averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Bergen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bergen usually receives more rain than Lima. Bergen gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBergen 2°C (35°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bergen or Lima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bergen as well as Lima. Many travelers come to Bergen for the small town charm. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In the spring, Bergen is much colder than Lima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bergen in April average around 6°C (43°F), and Lima averages at about 22°C (72°F).
Bergen receives a lot of rain in the spring. Bergen usually gets more rain in April than Lima. Bergen gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBergen 6°C (43°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Bergen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (38°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (56°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (58°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (58°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (53°F) | 283 mm (11.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (48°F) | 271 mm (10.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 259 mm (10.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 235 mm (9.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 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.