Which place is cheaper, Bad Gastein or Lake District National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lake District National Park 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 Lake District National Park 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: Lake District National Park or Bad Gastein?
Lake District National Park
Believe it or not, there are many incredible places to visit in England other than just London! Lake District National Park is definitely one of them. Located in North West England, this area truly captures the beauty of the pristine English outdoors. Of all the national parks in the UK, the Lake District is visited the most, especially during the summer season. The tallest peak and the deepest lake in England are located here, and they are beautiful.
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 Bicycle Tours in United Kingdom, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United Kingdom, 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 dayLake District National Park £81Bad Gastein £104
The average daily cost (per person) in Lake District National Park is £81, while the average daily cost in Bad Gastein 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 Lake District National Park and Bad Gastein in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLake District National Park £39Bad Gastein £53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLake District National Park £78Bad Gastein £106
Compare Hotels in Lake District National Park and Bad Gastein
Looking for a hotel in Lake District National Park 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: Bad Gastein Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lake District National Park £33Bad Gastein £34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lake District National Park
Also for Lake District National Park, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lake District Ski Club to Manchester Airport - Departure Transfer: $44
- Lake District Ski Club to Newcastle Airport - Departure Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Lake District National Park or Bad Gastein?
Prices for flights to both Bad Gastein and Lake District National Park 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 dayLake District National Park £21Bad Gastein £30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lake District National Park £20Bad Gastein £18
Tours and Activities in Lake District National Park
For Lake District National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Guided Canoeing Experience on Coniston Water - Half Day: $89
- Ghyll Scrambling Water Adventure in the Lake District: $89
- 3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLake District National Park £4.64Bad Gastein £6.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lake District National Park and Bad Gastein, we can see that Bad Gastein is more expensive. And not only is Lake District National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lake District National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lake District National Park 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 Lake District National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lake District National Park Expensive? and Is Bad Gastein Expensive?.
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.