Which place is cheaper, Bled or Malmo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Malmo or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Malmo or Bled, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Malmo or Bled?
Malmo
Located on the southern tip of Sweden, in the province of Skane, Malmo is Sweden's third largest city. It has a very international population with about a third of the residents being from countries other than Sweden. This diversity is evident within Malmo, which is rich in culture, interesting food, and an array of entertainment options. Historically, Malmo was an industrial city with a ship building company, Kockums being the area's largest employer. Today, however, the city is much more economicaly diverse with many eco friendly neighborhoods and plenty of suburban style housing.
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 Sweden, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, 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 dayMalmo $81Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Malmo is $81, while the average daily cost in Bled is $112. 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 Malmo and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMalmo $48Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMalmo $96Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Malmo and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Malmo 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: Malmo Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Malmo $7.88Bled $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Malmo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Malmo:
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Malmö Bus Card$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malmo
Also for Malmo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Malmo Airport MMX to Fredericia Port: $96
- Private Direct Transfer From Malmo to Copenhagen: $121
- Malmo Private Transfer from Malmo airport to Central Malmo : $95
- Malmo Private Transfer from Central Malmo to Malmo Airport: $95
- Malmo City Center to Malmo Airport (MMX) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $55
- Malmo Airport (MMX) to Malmo City Center - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Malmö City to Copenhagen hotel/address Private Departure Transfer: $128
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 Malmo or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Malmo 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 dayMalmo $25Bled $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Malmo
For Malmo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö: $59
- Guided Food Tour in Malmö (Private): $120
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.Malmo $16Bled $13
Tours and Activities in Malmo
For Malmo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö: $21
- Exploring Malmo Walking Tour: $147
- Half Day Walking Tour in Lund City and University: $33
- Joyful Malmo Walking Tour for Couples: $147
- Lund's Medieval and Modern History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Malmö Ghost Story: A self-guided audio walking tour: $9.35
- Malmö Photography Tour: $58
- Malmo Walking Tour, 3 hours (small group): $66
- Self-guided audio tour in Lund: explore the story of the Locus Peccatorum murder: $9.35
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$99
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 dayMalmo $35Bled $15
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$19
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 Malmo and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Malmo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Malmo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Malmo 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 Bled would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bled than you might in Malmo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Malmo Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Malmo or Bled?
Malmo has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Malmo 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 Malmo 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 Malmo or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Malmo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Malmo is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Malmo average around 17°C (62°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 Malmo. Malmo usually receives less sunshine than Bled during summer. Malmo gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Malmo usually receives less rain than Bled. Malmo gets 52 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 JulyMalmo 17°C (62°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Malmo or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Malmo during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Malmo is much colder than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Malmo averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Malmo often gets less sunshine than Bled. Malmo gets 104 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Malmo usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Malmo gets 46 mm (1.8 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 OctoberMalmo 10°C (50°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Malmo or Bled in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Malmo and Bled.
Malmo can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Malmo is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Malmo in January average around 0°C (32°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Malmo usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Malmo gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Malmo usually receives less rain than Bled. Malmo gets 37 mm (1.4 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 JanuaryMalmo 0°C (32°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Malmo or Bled in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Malmo as well as Bled.
In April, Malmo is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Malmo average around 5°C (42°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Malmo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bled. Malmo gets 173 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Malmo usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Malmo gets 35 mm (1.4 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 AprilMalmo 5°C (42°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Malmo
| Malmo | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (32°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (35°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.