Which place is cheaper, Ljubljana or Mostar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mostar or Ljubljana?
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 Mostar and Ljubljana can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Mostar or Ljubljana?
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
Ljubljana
Most people don't travel to Ljubljana to see specific sights, as there aren't many famous attractions around town. Instead, this is a city that is about atmosphere. It's a city that you explore and immerse yourself in completely. You meet the people, you go to the clubs, you find the interesting restaurants. That is the best way to learn about Ljubljana.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, 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 dayMostar $70Ljubljana $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Mostar is $70, while the average daily cost in Ljubljana is $93. 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 Mostar and Ljubljana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMostar $36Ljubljana $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMostar $72Ljubljana $116
Compare Hotels in Mostar and Ljubljana
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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: Mostar Hotel Prices and Ljubljana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mostar $8.65Ljubljana $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ljubljana
Also for Ljubljana, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer to/from Ljubljana Station: $13
- Private Transfer from Brnik Airport to Ljubljana Centre: $28
- Private Transfer from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Ljubljana City: $46
- Private transfer Ljubljana Airport from & to Ljubljana City: $52
- Private Transfer from Kranj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $55
- Private Transfer from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Kranj: $55
- Ljubljana-Airport Ljubljana. Private transfer.Price per car.: $63
- Departure Private Transfer Ljubljana City to Ljubljana Airport by Business Car: $66
- Private Transfer from Ljubljana Airport (LJU) to Koper Port: $68
- Ljubljana to Ljubljana Airport (LJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Private transfer from Kamnik to airport Ljubljana: $74
- Private transfer from airport Ljubljana to Kamnik : $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Mostar or Ljubljana?
Prices for flights to both Ljubljana and Mostar 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 dayMostar $26Ljubljana $18
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Typical Food Prices in Ljubljana
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ljubljana:
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Horsemeat Hot Dog$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ljubljana
For Ljubljana, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Slovenia: Belokranjska Pogača Cooking Class: $53
- Cooking class; Traditional sLOVEnian štrukelj: $64
- Traditional Slovenian Dinner and Show: $64
- sLOVEnian Strukelj Traditional Cooking Class: $66
- Traditional Slovenian Dinner and Performance: $74
- Flavour of Slovenia: Very Small Group Food Tour in Ljubljana: $82
- Dinner in the Dark: $86
- 3-Hour Food Tour: $91
- Dinner in the Dark: $106
- Šmarna Gora: Hiking and Food Tour from Ljubljana: $128
- The 10 Tastings of Ljubljana Private Food Tour : $210
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mostar $9.37Ljubljana $15
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ljubljana
For Ljubljana, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Castle Tower Entrance (for 2)$8.57
Tours and Activities in Ljubljana
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ljubljana.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Romantic Old Town Self-guided Discovery Tour: $6.31
- Ljubljana City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Ljubljana:Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.95
- From Swamp to State: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Ljubljana: $6.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Castle Entry Ticket with Optional Funicular Ride: $13
- Ljubljana Castle: Entrance Ticket: $13
- House of Illusions Entrance Ticket: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour: $14
- Virtual Reality Gaming Experience Ljubljana: $17
- Tour of the Festive Decorations: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMostar $3.71Ljubljana $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)$6.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ljubljana
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ljubljana are as follows:
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Drinks at a Sidewalk Cafe (for 2)$6.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Ljubljana
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ljubljana:
- Craft brewery tour and beer tasting, Tour the Brew, Tekotnik : $28
- Wine Tasting Ljubljana: $59
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Ljubljana: $63
- BEER WAY Kamnik Beer Tasting & Brewery Tour: $83
- Food & Wine tour with a Sommelier: $93
- Food & Wine Tour Ljubljana - Local Foodie Adventure in Slovenia: $97
- From Ljubjana: Slovenian Wine Tour: $191
- Wine Tours in Slovenia: $217
- Wine Tour Slovenia: $261
- Truffle Hunting & Wine Tasting In Istria (private V.i.p. Tour): $263
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mostar and Ljubljana, we can see that Ljubljana is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Ljubljana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ljubljana than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mostar Expensive? and Is Ljubljana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mostar or Ljubljana?
Ljubljana has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Mostar and Ljubljana, 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 Mostar or Ljubljana?
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 Mostar or Ljubljana in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Mostar as well as Ljubljana. Also, many travelers come to Ljubljana for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Mostar is a little warmer than Ljubljana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Mostar in July average around 26°C (78°F), and Ljubljana averages at about 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ljubljana. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In the summer, Mostar often gets more sunshine than Ljubljana. Mostar gets 323 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ljubljana receives 260 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Ljubljana. Mostar usually gets less rain in July than Ljubljana. Mostar gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMostar 26°C (78°F)Ljubljana 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Mostar or Ljubljana in the Autumn?
Both Ljubljana and Mostar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Ljubljana in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Mostar is generally a little warmer than Ljubljana. Daily temperatures in Mostar average around 17°C (62°F), and Ljubljana fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Mostar usually receives more sunshine than Ljubljana during autumn. Mostar gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Ljubljana receives 116 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ljubljana. It's quite rainy in Mostar. In October, Mostar usually receives more rain than Ljubljana. Mostar gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMostar 17°C (62°F)Ljubljana 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Mostar or Ljubljana in the Winter?
Both Ljubljana and Mostar during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Ljubljana for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Ljubljana can be very cold during winter. Mostar is much warmer than Ljubljana in the winter. The daily temperature in Mostar averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Ljubljana fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).
In the winter, Mostar often gets more sunshine than Ljubljana. Mostar gets 113 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ljubljana receives 47 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. Mostar usually gets more rain in January than Ljubljana. Mostar gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMostar 6°C (42°F)Ljubljana 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Mostar or Ljubljana in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Mostar and Ljubljana. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Ljubljana because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Mostar is a little warmer than Ljubljana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Mostar in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Ljubljana averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Mostar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ljubljana during spring. Mostar gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Ljubljana receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.
Ljubljana receives a lot of rain in the spring. Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Mostar usually receives more rain than Ljubljana. Mostar gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Ljubljana receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMostar 14°C (58°F)Ljubljana 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Ljubljana and Mostar
| Mostar | Ljubljana | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 80 mm (3.2 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 98 mm (3.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
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