A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kosice vs. Bad Gastein for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kosice or Bad Gastein?

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 Kosice and Bad Gastein can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kosice or Bad Gastein?

Kosice

Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.

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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.


Which place is cheaper, Bad Gastein or Kosice?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Kosice is €137, 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 Kosice and Bad Gastein in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kosice 73
    Bad Gastein 62
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kosice 146
    Bad Gastein 124
Compare Hotels in Kosice and Bad Gastein

Looking for a hotel in Kosice 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.

Hotels in Kosice


Hotels in Bad Gastein


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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: Kosice Hotel Prices and Bad Gastein Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kosice 29
    Bad Gastein 40

Is it cheaper to fly into Kosice or Bad Gastein?

Prices for flights to both Bad Gastein and Kosice 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 day
    Kosice 42
    Bad Gastein 35

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kosice 24
    Bad Gastein 21

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kosice 23
    Bad Gastein 7.86


When comparing the travel costs between Kosice and Bad Gastein, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Bad Gastein Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Kosice or Bad Gastein?

Kosice has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Bad Gastein. When comparing the sizes of Kosice 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.