Which place is cheaper, Bled or Brasov?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Brasov or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Brasov or Bled, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Brasov or Bled?
Brasov
Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.
Bled
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrasov $60Bled $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasov is $60, while the average daily cost in Bled is $113. 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 Brasov and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrasov $23Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrasov $46Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Brasov and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Brasov or Bled? 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: Brasov Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brasov $18Bled $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
- Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest with Hotel Pick-up: $66
- Transfer Bucuresti - Brasov: $364
- Private transfer from OTP Airport to Brasov or Return: $139
- Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest, 2h of Sightseeing, Local Driver: $123
- Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $250
- Private Airport Transfers from Bucharest: $77
- Premium Private Transfer : Bucharest Airport to/from Brasov: $248
- Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Business Car: $146
- Bucharest to Brasov - Private Transfer: $321
- Bucharest Private Transfer to/from Brasov: $139
- Brasov to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $321
- Airport transfer, Bucharest tour, Prahova Valley tour: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bled- Ljubljana Airport. Private transfer. Price per car.: $86
- Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $136
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $164
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $205
- Private transfer from Tolmin to airport Ljubljana: $209
Is it cheaper to fly into Brasov or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Brasov 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 dayBrasov $26Bled $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
- Small-Group organic home-made dinner in a Brasov village: $92
- Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov: $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bled
For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour Bled - Explore Slovenia Through Its Tastes: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brasov $9.63Bled $14
Tours and Activities in Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
- Bran Castle Entry Tickets : $24
- PIATRA CRAIULUI NATIONAL PARK eBike tour(BRASOV): $87
- 1 day cycling tour in Brasov: $3.25
- 3 Castles : Peles ,Bran ,Cantacuzino Wednesday filming site-Tour from Brasov : $98
- Bear watching experience near Brasov: $148
- Best day adventure: Transfagarasan private tour from Brasov: $150
- Bran Castle - Guided Tour: $42
- Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Entrance Fees Included - Optional Peles Castle Visit: $88
- Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit: $50
- Bran Castle, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca from Brasov with Tickets: $206
- Bran and Rasnov Castles Tour from Brasov: $54
- Brasov City Tour - Visit the CROWN City included Black Church entrance: $85
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Rafting$100
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Ljubljana: Lake Bled Day Tour: $33
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
- Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $54
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
- From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $69
- Winter Triglav National Park Adventure - Half day trip from Bled: $71
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Guided Clear Kayak Tour in Bled: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrasov $7.83Bled $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
- Bran Castle, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery Day Trip From Brasov: $98
- Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov: $133
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
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Bottle of Champagne$19
Sample the Local Flavors in Bled
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
- Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $42
- Wine Tasting Bled: $62
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $63
- Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brasov and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Brasov much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Brasov would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brasov 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 Bled would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bled than you might in Brasov.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brasov Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brasov or Bled?
Brasov has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Brasov and Bled, 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 Brasov or Bled?
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 Brasov or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Brasov during the summer are popular places to visit.
Brasov is around the same temperature as Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Brasov averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Bled, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Brasov. In the summer, Brasov often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bled. Brasov gets 288 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Brasov usually gets less rain in July than Bled. Brasov gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBrasov 23°C (73°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Brasov or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Brasov and Bled.
In the autumn, Brasov is cooler than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Brasov in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Brasov usually receives more sunshine than Bled during autumn. Brasov gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Brasov usually receives less rain than Bled. Brasov gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBrasov 13°C (55°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Brasov or Bled in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Brasov as well as Bled.
Brasov can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Brasov is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Brasov average around -1°C (30°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Brasov often gets less sunshine than Bled. Brasov gets 85 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Brasov usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Brasov gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBrasov -1°C (30°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Brasov or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Brasov are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Brasov is around the same temperature as Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Brasov averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Brasov usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bled during spring. Brasov gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Brasov usually receives less rain than Bled. Brasov gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBrasov 12°C (54°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Brasov
| Brasov | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (30°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (35°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.