Which place is cheaper, Split or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Split?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Split can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Split?
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Located in northeast Romania, Cluj-Napoca is the capital of the Transylvania region and one of the nation's most-visited cities. Many visitors come to experience the modern Transylvanian university culture, admire historic churches and other landmarks, see fortress ruins, and visit museums.
Split
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Romania, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania, The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $84Split $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar is $84, while the average daily cost in Split is $116. 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Split in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $50Split $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $100Split $156
Compare Hotels in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Split
Looking for a hotel in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Split? 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: Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Hotel Prices and Split Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $14Split $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:
- Private Transfer Cluj Napoca Airport: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Split Airport (SPU) to Cruise Port of Split - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $54
- Airport Private Transfer from Split: $36
- Airport Private Transfer to Split : $37
- Airport transfers - round trip: $145
- Airport(Resnik) to or from Split transfer: $70
- Arrival Transfer Split Airport SPU to Split City by Car or Van: $50
- Be transferred in style! Every day Airport Transfer of Split: $85
- Cruise Port of Split to Split Hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Cruise Port of Private Transfer to Split hotels: $131
- Departure Transfer Split City to Split Airport SPU by Car or Van: $50
- Direct Transfer In Private Car From Split To Dubrovnik: $239
- From Split Airport to Baska Voda (Private Transfer, Free WiFi): $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Split?
Prices for flights to both Split and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $25Split $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Food Tour: $37
- Homemade Dinner under the Stars in Split: $85
- Food Tour in Split ( Small Group): $96
- Vegan Food tour of Split with local gastronomy: $101
- Split Cooking Class - Afternoon Edition Shared Activity: $190
- Private Authentic Wine & Food tour from Split: $239
- Culinary Experience – Cooking Class & Walking Tour Split: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $7.87Split $3.96
Tours and Activities in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Here are a few actual costs in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE: $98
- Cluj : Private Walking Tour with Guide ( Private Tour ): $33
- Cluj-Napoca Walking City Tour: $57
- Cluj-Napoca: 2.5-Hour Guided Walking Tour: $26
- Curly Tour - Day trip from Cluj :): $87
- Local Tour of Cluj by Electric Bike: $49
- Night Tour in Hoia Baciu Forest: $92
- Private Climbing OR Hiking Experience in Cheile Turzii: $78
- Private Full Day Green Tour: $119
- Private city tour in Cluj-Napoca: $38
- Snowshoeing Fun Tour from Cluj Napoca: $98
- Transylvania: Dracula's Castle and Birthplace Tour: $134
Tours and Activities in Split
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.19
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.38
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.38
- Emanuel Vidović Gallery Entrance Ticket: $6.38
- Entry Ticket to the Cellars of Diocletian's Palace: $8.51
- Sightseeing Split's Roman Ruins: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Roman Ruins Sightseeing Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Split's Old Town and Marjan Hill: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Split's Old Town and Marjan Hill: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $9.31
- Klis Fortress GOT and Olive Museum Entry Tickets: $11
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $6.73Split $8.49
Sample the Local Flavors in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:
- Pub Crawl in Cluj: $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Split
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Krka Waterfalls & Swimming & Wine tasting: $24
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $26
- Tower Pub Crawl in Split: $29
- Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $38
- Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting tour from Split: $39
- Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir: $46
- Krka Waterfalls and wine tasting Tour from Split or Trogir : $46
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $53
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian’s Palace: $54
- Diocletian's Palace Walking and Wine Tasting Tour: $70
- Blue Lagoon & Wine tasting - 3 islands tour: $98
- Vineyard Wine Tasting Experience with a Sea view from Split: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Split, we can see that Split is more expensive. And not only is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Split would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Split than you might in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Expensive? and Is Split Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Split?
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar has a larger population, and is about 80% larger than the population of Split. When comparing the sizes of Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Split, 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.