Which place is cheaper, Bad Gastein or Kaunas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kaunas or Bad Gastein?
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 Kaunas and Bad Gastein. 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: Kaunas or Bad Gastein?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
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 Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €95Bad Gastein €122
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €95, 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 Kaunas and Bad Gastein in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Bad Gastein €62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Bad Gastein €124
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Bad Gastein
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Bad Gastein Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17Bad Gastein €40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- Departure Private Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by Minivan: $56
- Private Kaunas Airport to City Transfer: $48
- Private Transfer from Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by car: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Bad Gastein?
Prices for flights to both Bad Gastein and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €37Bad Gastein €35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Bad Gastein €21
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $55
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $64
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $76
- Kaunas Private Walking Tour: $84
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $86
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $86
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $109
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $144
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $170
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $170
- Kayak Tour in Nemunas: $185
- 2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour: $191
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Bad Gastein €7.86
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Bad Gastein, we can see that Bad Gastein is more expensive. And not only is Kaunas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kaunas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kaunas 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 Bad Gastein would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bad Gastein than you might in Kaunas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Bad Gastein Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Bad Gastein?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Bad Gastein. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas 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.