Which place is cheaper, Bled or Frankfurt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Frankfurt or Bled?
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 Frankfurt and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Bled?
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.
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 Coach Bus Tours in Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, 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 dayFrankfurt €122Bled €104
The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Bled is €104. 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 Frankfurt and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFrankfurt €58Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFrankfurt €116Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt 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: Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Frankfurt €25Bled €34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental€50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wiesbaden Thermal to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Departure Transfer: $27
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt City - Frankfurt Airport (FRA): $54
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Kaiserlautern: $267
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Frankfurt City: $54
- Transfer in Private Minivan from Frankfurt City - Frankfurt Airport (FRA): $61
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Baden-Baden: $396
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Frankfurt City: $123
- Private transfer from Frankfurt am Main to Prague: $1,059
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Port/Harbor transport: $284
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Van: $76
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Sedan Car: $72
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Van: $76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Frankfurt 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 dayFrankfurt €41Bled €28
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.00
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte€7.00
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee€6.00
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Sandwich and Cola€7.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $80
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $281
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: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Frankfurt €36Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Best of Frankfurt Walking Tour (English): $26
- Atta Dripstone Cave and Braunfels Castle Tour from Frankfurt: $271
- Bike Tour of Frankfurt Top Attractions & Nature with a Guide : $207
- Bike tour city tour by bike to Skyline, Goethe, and apple wine: $53
- Brandenburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Breathtaking Pearls of Frankfurt - Walking Tour: $242
- Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour: $283
- Culinary Frankfurt Walking Tour: $609
- Exciting private city tour of Frankfurt for your group: $164
- Explore Bird & Marine Wildlife private Boat Tour in English: $108
- Franfurt Horror Tour: Terror of the White Spider: $20
- Frankfurt - Old Town Historic Walking Tour: $374
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€93
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Scenic Quad Tour in Bled: $153
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $167
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Bled eBike Tour: $80
- Bled eBike Tour : $108
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $91
- 3-Hour Exclusive Lake Bled Canyoning Adventure: $159
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $289
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Rafting and Zipline Tour: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFrankfurt €30Bled €14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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Becks Beer€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:
- Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $21
- Enjoy the night with our Pub Tours: $32
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $34
- Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $279
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $280
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
- Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $334
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $748
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€18
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: $43
- 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 Frankfurt and Bled, we can see that Frankfurt is more expensive. And not only is Bled much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bled would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bled 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 Frankfurt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Frankfurt than you might in Bled.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Bled?
Frankfurt has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt or Bled?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Frankfurt or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Frankfurt for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Frankfurt is cooler than Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Frankfurt in July average around 19°C (67°F), and Bled averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Bled. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Frankfurt. Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Bled during summer. Frankfurt gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Bled. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFrankfurt 19°C (67°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Frankfurt during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Frankfurt is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 11°C (51°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Bled. Frankfurt gets 103 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFrankfurt 11°C (51°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Bled in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Bled. Most visitors come to Frankfurt for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Frankfurt can be very cold during winter. Frankfurt is much colder than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 1°C (34°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Frankfurt gets 41 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Bled. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFrankfurt 1°C (34°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Bled in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Bled. The spring months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Frankfurt is cooler than Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Frankfurt in April average around 10°C (50°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Bled. Frankfurt gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFrankfurt 10°C (50°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Frankfurt
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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