Which place is cheaper, Bad Gastein or Bregenz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bregenz or Bad Gastein?
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 Bregenz and Bad Gastein can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bregenz or Bad Gastein?
Bregenz
Bregenz is the capital city of Vorarlberg and has almost 30,000 residents. It sits on the northern edge of the Alps on the edge of Lake Constance, which is one of the largest lakes in Europe. The city is popular as a travel destination during the summer months when it hosts several festivals. The most famous and popular one is the summer music festival, Bregenzer Festspiele.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Music Tours in Austria, The Best Budget Tours to Austria, The Best Luxury Tours to Austria, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBregenz €122Bad Gastein €122
The average daily cost (per person) in Bregenz is €122, while the average daily cost in Bad Gastein is €122. 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 Bregenz and Bad Gastein in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBregenz €66Bad Gastein €62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBregenz €132Bad Gastein €124
Compare Hotels in Bregenz and Bad Gastein
Looking for a hotel in Bregenz or Bad Gastein? 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: Bregenz Hotel Prices and Bad Gastein Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bregenz €17Bad Gastein €40
Is it cheaper to fly into Bregenz or Bad Gastein?
Prices for flights to both Bad Gastein and Bregenz 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 dayBregenz €41Bad Gastein €35
Typical Food Prices in Bregenz
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bregenz:
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Lunch from Market (for 2)€6.62
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Kebabs for Dinner (for 2)€8.00
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Chocolate€1.70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bregenz €14Bad Gastein €21
Tours and Activities in Bregenz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bregenz.
- Bregenz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Surprise tour of Bregenz guided by a Local: $148
- Bregenz - Historic Guided walking tour: $287
- Bregenz - Historic Guided walking tour: $293
- Magical Christmas Walking Tour: $765
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBregenz €18Bad Gastein €7.86
When comparing the travel costs between Bregenz and Bad Gastein, we can see that Bregenz is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bregenz Expensive? and Is Bad Gastein Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bregenz or Bad Gastein?
Bregenz has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bad Gastein. When comparing the sizes of Bregenz and Bad Gastein, 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.