Which place is cheaper, Bergen or Sihanoukville?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Sihanoukville or Bergen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Sihanoukville or Bergen? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Sihanoukville or Bergen?
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, also known by locals as Kompong Som, was named after King Sihanouk. Also Cambodia's youngest city, construction started in 1955 to build Cambodia's first and only deep water port so that ships would no longer have to go through the Mekong Delta in order to trade with Cambodia. Today, many visit Sihanoukville as a hub to visit Cambodia's islands.
Bergen
Bergen is the second largest city in Norway, and a major tourist destination due to its proximity and easy access to the fjords in West Norway. The nature that surrounds the city is stunning, and you can easily hop into the nearby countryside for some incredible hikes and outdoor adventures. The city itself is well known for its music and art scenes, making it a cultural haven in the country. There are many reasons to visit Bergen, not the least of which is the people that live there. Bergen is the most hilly city within Norway. It is surrounded by the Seven Mountains, which restrict development and keep the city contained. Situated in the far west of Norway, Bergen can be reached by a very scenic seven hour train ride from Oslo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia, The Best 10-Day Tours in Norway, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Norway.
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Sihanoukville Prices
Cambodia PricesBergen Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySihanoukville $64Bergen $149
The average daily cost (per person) in Sihanoukville is $64, while the average daily cost in Bergen is $149. 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 Sihanoukville and Bergen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSihanoukville $23Bergen $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSihanoukville $46Bergen $154
Compare Hotels in Sihanoukville and Bergen
Looking for a hotel in Sihanoukville or Bergen? 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: Sihanoukville Hotel Prices and Bergen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sihanoukville $14Bergen $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Transfer: Between Airport and Shihanouk ville: $20
- Sihanoukville International Airport Transfers: $23
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Private Transfer From Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh: $35
- Convenient Taxi Transfers from Sihanoukville to Kampot: $36
- Sihanoukville To Phnom Penh Private Transfer Mini-Van-Car: $65
- Private Shuttle Transfer From Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh: $70
- Private Transfer to/from Battambang - Sihanoukville: $115
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by VIP Alphard: $180
- Private Taxi Transfer to Kampot: $224
- Private taxi transfer from Sihanoukville to Battambang: $290
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergen:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Airport BGO to Bergen City by Minibus: $223
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Airport BGO to Bergen by Car: $152
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Airport BGO to Bergen by luxury minivan: $173
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Cruise Port to Bergen City by Sedan: $120
- Bergen Private Transfer from Bergen (BGO) Airport to City centre: $102
- Bergen Private Transfer from Bergen city centre to Bergen airport: $102
- BGO Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center: $54
- Departure Private Transfer from Bergen City to Bergen Airport BGO by Minivan: $161
- Departure Private Transfer from Bergen City to Bergen Cruise Port by luxury van: $130
- Private Airport Transfer From Bergen Airport or Hotels in Bergen: $124
- Private One-Way Bergen Airport and City Transfers: $109
- Private Transfer From Bergen Airport to City Centre: $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Sihanoukville or Bergen?
Prices for flights to both Bergen and Sihanoukville 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 daySihanoukville $32Bergen $60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sihanoukville
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sihanoukville.
- Cooking class in Kampot: $20
- Kampot Cooking Class by Eco Lotus Kampot: $33
- Sihanoukville - Khmer Traditional Cooking Class: $110
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergen
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergen.
- Bergen Food Tour: $178
- A Taste of Bergen Food Tour with Floibanen Funicular: $223
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sihanoukville $5.35Bergen $19
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kampot Pepper Tour, Salt Field, Cave Temple, Secret Lake: $20
- Kampot Countryside Tour - Pepper Farm, Salt Lake, Caves, and more: $25
- La Plantation tour (discovering Kampot Pepper) + Lunch: $27
- Kampot Day Tour "Bokor National Park": $29
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Kampot Waterfall Adventure with Nature Hiking Jungle and Swimming: $30
- Discovery Tour: Caving, Climbing, Via Ferrata and Abseiling in Kampot: $53
- Private Kampot Countryside Tour & Pepper farm, Kep/Crab Market: $55
- Bokor Mountain: Historic & Scenic Tour with Rickshaw/SUV: $55
- Exploring the Best of Kampot and Kep in a Full-Day Tour: $55
- Exploring Shore Excursions from Cruise Ports: $59
- Sihanoukville Small-Group City Tour for Cruise Passengers: $59
Tours and Activities in Bergen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergen are as follows:
- Tip-Based Walking Tour of Bergen: $3.44
- Bergen Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 24 Audio Comments: $6.77
- Off the Beaten Track in A Private Self-Guided Tour: $6.99
- Bergen's University District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Bergen Self-Guided Tour at Bryggen and Old Town, Audio and Quiz: $8.03
- Wolves, Vikings, Cod and Cannonballs Self Guided Tour of Bergen: $8.99
- Pocket Bergen A Self-guided Tour to the Unesco Site of Bryggen: $8.99
- Audio Walking Tour in Bergen Famous Ghosts Location: $9.75
- Bergen Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $10
- Walking Tour of Central Bergen: $16
- Bergen Outdoor Escape Game: Self-Guided City Adventure: $23
- Bergen Troll Museum Entry Ticket: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySihanoukville $4.40Bergen $7.81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sihanoukville and Bergen, we can see that Bergen is more expensive. And not only is Sihanoukville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sihanoukville is in Asia and Bergen is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Sihanoukville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sihanoukville 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 Bergen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergen than you might in Sihanoukville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sihanoukville Expensive? and Is Bergen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sihanoukville or Bergen?
Bergen has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Sihanoukville. When comparing the sizes of Sihanoukville and Bergen, 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.
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.