Which place is cheaper, Bled or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow 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 Moscow 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: Moscow or Bled?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
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 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 dayMoscow $62Bled $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Bled is $113. 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 Moscow and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Moscow 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.Moscow $6.06Bled $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Umban Sari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $50
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tanjung Rhu to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tanah Datar to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Sri Meranti to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $64
- Private Transfer from Singkarak to Padang Airport (PDG): $167
- Private Transfer from Simpang Tiga to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Sidomulyo Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Sei Selayur to Palembang Airport (PLM): $92
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru City to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $136
- Private transfer from Tolmin to airport Ljubljana: $209
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $205
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $164
- Bled- Ljubljana Airport. Private transfer. Price per car.: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Bled $30
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
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: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Bled $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
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$100
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: $152
- 4 hours Fratarica Canyoning Adventure: $114
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $166
- Alpine Adventure in Triglav National Park: $244
- 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: $288
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Bled $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: $42
- 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 Moscow and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Bled?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 1990 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Moscow 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 Moscow 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 Moscow or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Moscow is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In July, Moscow usually receives more rain than Bled. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 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 JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Moscow during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Moscow is much colder than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Moscow in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 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 OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Bled in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Bled.
It's quite cold in Moscow in the winter. In January, Moscow is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around -8°C (17°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In January, Moscow usually receives less rain than Bled. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 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 JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Bled in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Bled.
Moscow is much colder than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 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 AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Moscow
| Moscow | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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