Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Bruges?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Bruges or Saint Croix?
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 Bruges and Saint Croix. 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: Bruges or Saint Croix?
Bruges
Located in the northern part of Belgium, in Flanders, Bruges is one of the most charming and well preserved cities in Europe. With its stone streets and charming shops, it is a postcard perfect city that seems to have jumped out of the pages of a Disney fairytale. The city itself is quite compact, adding to the charm and making it easily walkable. Even given its old world charm, it manages to present a cosmopolitan air as well. There's an active nightlife, but during the day the historical city center is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. You can take a carriage ride through the cobblestone streets or you can wander around on your own. Be sure to swing into some of the museums, cathedrals, and churches you'll see along the way. There are now shops everywhere that are designed to appeal to tourists. While some may be easy to walk by, it takes the strongest souls to ignore the chocolate shops you'll see on your way.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Belgium, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium.
-
Bruges Prices
Belgium PricesSaint Croix Prices
USVI Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBruges $189Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Bruges is $189, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Bruges and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBruges $69Saint Croix $149
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBruges $138Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Bruges and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Bruges or Saint Croix? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Bruges Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bruges $19Saint Croix $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bruges:
-
Five Day Bus Pass$18
-
Bike Rental for Day$9.39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bruges
Also for Bruges, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bruges hotel to Ostend Airport (OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Ostend Bruges Airport (OST) to Bruges - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- Bruges to Ostend Bruges Airport(OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $72
- Private Transfer from Bruges City Hotels to Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Bruges hotels: $75
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotel - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $144
- Private transfer from Bruges to Lille, English-speaking driver: $150
- Private direct transfer from Bruges to Brussels: $154
- Private direct transfer from Cruise Port Zeebrugge to Brussels: $192
- Private transfer from Bruges to Brussels, 2h Stop in Ghent: $216
- Private Transfert from Bruges to Brussels Airport By Business car: $238
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Bruges or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Bruges 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 dayBruges $105Saint Croix $97
Typical Food Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bruges:
-
Cup of Tea$2.35
-
Sandwich for Lunch$3.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour : $161
- Bruges Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $165
- Bruges Food Tour: 8 Tastings of Local Delicacies: $184
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bruges $18Saint Croix $58
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
-
Groeninge Museum Entrance$9.39
Tours and Activities in Bruges
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bruges.
- THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips: $3.56
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Bruges: $3.56
- Walking Tour Exciting Stories, Mysteries, People: $3.57
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges: $3.58
- 2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included: $3.59
- Bruges Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $7.13
- Bruges Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.32
- Salvador Dalí Exhibition in Bruges Admission Ticket: $12
- Historium Virtual Reality Ticket: $12
- Unknown A Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Heart of the Medieval Metropole: $12
- Frietmuseum Entrance Ticket: $13
- Bruges’ Legends and Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayBruges $13Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bruges and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Bruges much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bruges is in Europe and Saint Croix is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Bruges would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bruges 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 Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Bruges.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bruges Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bruges or Saint Croix?
Bruges has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Croix experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bruges or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Bruges during the summer are popular places to visit. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bruges this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
In July, Bruges is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Bruges average around 17°C (63°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
Bruges usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Saint Croix. Bruges gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyBruges 17°C (63°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Bruges or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bruges and Saint Croix. Many travelers come to Bruges for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bruges is much colder than Saint Croix in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bruges averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Saint Croix receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Bruges usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Bruges gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBruges 12°C (54°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bruges or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bruges as well as Saint Croix. Many visitors come to Bruges in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
Bruges can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Bruges is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bruges in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 26°C (78°F).
Bruges usually gets more rain in January than Saint Croix. Bruges gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBruges 3°C (38°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Bruges or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Bruges are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Bruges for the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Bruges is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Bruges average around 8°C (47°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In April, Bruges usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Bruges gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilBruges 8°C (47°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Bruges
| Bruges | Saint Croix | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.