Which place is cheaper, Bled or Kotor?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kotor 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 Kotor and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kotor or Bled?
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
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 Luxury Tours to Montenegro, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, 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 dayKotor €100Bled €104
The average daily cost (per person) in Kotor is €100, 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 Kotor and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKotor €49Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKotor €98Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Kotor and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Kotor 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: Kotor Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kotor €9.26Bled €34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Transfer service: $131
- Transfer from Tivat airport to Dubrovnik city: $96
- Transfer from Tivat Airport to Budva: $65
- Transfer from Kotor to Podgorica: $58
- Transfer Tivat Airport to Kotor old town : $55
- Transfer Tivat Airport - Kotor Old Town (and viceversa): $53
- Transfer Portonovi / Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Old Town: $251
- Tivat to Kotor one way transfer: $102
- Tivat hotels to Kotor Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Tivat Airport (TIV): Private Transfer to Kotor Cruise Port: $90
- Private transfer from Kotor to Dubrovnik: $240
- Private transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik airport: $119
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Kotor or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Kotor 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 dayKotor €43Bled €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $203
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $226
- Kotor and Perast Private Tour with Cooking Class and Boat Ride: $262
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $306
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.Kotor €8.32Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Blue Cave, Lady of Rocks and Mamula Speed Boat Tour : $44
- "Adriatic Adventure: Blue Cave & Islands Speedboat Tour": $46
- 1-Day Montenegro Hiking Tour to Durmitor National Park : $119
- 3 Hour Speed Boat Tour to Blue Cave with WiFi and Drinks: $55
- 3-Hour Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks Private Speedboat Tour: $294
- Adventure park ’Lovcen’ and Njegos’s Mausoleum : $198
- All inclusive - Lovcen tour: $131
- Bay of 2-Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Tour: $53
- Bay of 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour: $53
- Bay of 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour : $55
- Bike & hike tour : $82
- Bike tour - Downhill from Njegos Mausoleum to Kotor bay: $134
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:
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
- Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $55
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
- From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $65
- Winter Triglav National Park Adventure - Half day trip from Bled: $71
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Guided Clear Kayak Tour in Bled: $75
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKotor €8.51Bled €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Private tour: Homemade food and wine tasting at my family home: $125
- Private National Park Lovcen with food and wine tasting: $136
- Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake): $251
- National Parks Skadar Lake and Lovcen+Wine tasting (Private tour): $260
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $428
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 comparing the travel costs between Kotor and Bled, we can see that Bled 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 Kotor Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kotor or Bled?
Kotor has a larger population, and is about 3% larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Kotor 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 Kotor or Bled?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Kotor or Bled in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kotor as well as Bled. Many travelers come to Kotor for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Kotor is around the same temperature as Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Kotor averages around 26°C (80°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bled. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kotor this time of the year. In the summer, Kotor often gets more sunshine than Bled. Kotor gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Kotor usually gets less rain in July than Bled. Kotor gets 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKotor 26°C (80°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Kotor or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Kotor are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Kotor in the autumn for the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Kotor is around the same temperature as Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kotor in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kotor. Kotor usually receives more sunshine than Bled during autumn. Kotor gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Kotor. In October, Kotor usually receives more rain than Bled. Kotor gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKotor 17°C (63°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Kotor or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Kotor during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Kotor for the cuisine during these months.
In January, Kotor is generally a little warmer than Bled. Daily temperatures in Kotor average around 6°C (42°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Kotor often gets more sunshine than Bled. Kotor gets 121 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kotor. Kotor usually gets more rain in January than Bled. Kotor gets 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKotor 6°C (42°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Kotor or Bled in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kotor and Bled. The spring months attract visitors to Kotor because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Kotor is around the same temperature as Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Kotor averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Kotor usually receives more sunshine than Bled during spring. Kotor gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Kotor usually receives more rain than Bled. Kotor gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKotor 14°C (58°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Kotor
| Kotor | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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