Which place is cheaper, Bled or Kemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kemi or Bled?
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 Kemi and Bled. 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: Kemi or Bled?
Kemi
Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.
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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, 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 dayKemi €134Bled €104
The average daily cost (per person) in Kemi is €134, 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 Kemi and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKemi €74Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKemi €148Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Kemi and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Kemi 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.Kemi €39Bled €34
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 Kemi or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Kemi 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 dayKemi €34Bled €28
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.Kemi €29Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Kemi
For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- SnowExperience365 Kemi entrance: $19
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 dayKemi €12Bled €14
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 Kemi and Bled, we can see that Kemi 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 Kemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kemi 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 Kemi Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kemi or Bled?
Kemi has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Kemi 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 Kemi 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 Kemi or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Kemi is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around 15°C (60°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Bled. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kemi. Kemi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bled during summer. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kemi usually receives less rain than Bled. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 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 JulyKemi 15°C (60°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Kemi during the autumn are popular places to visit.
The weather in Kemi can be very cold. Kemi is much colder than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around 2°C (36°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Bled. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 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 OctoberKemi 2°C (36°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Bled in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Bled.
It's quite cold in Kemi in the winter. In the winter, Kemi is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kemi in January average around -12°C (10°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kemi usually receives less rain than Bled. Kemi 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 JanuaryKemi -12°C (10°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Bled in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Bled.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kemi. In April, Kemi is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around -1°C (31°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Bled. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 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 AprilKemi -1°C (31°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Kemi
| Kemi | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.