Which place is cheaper, Bruges 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 Bruges?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Sihanoukville or Bruges? 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 Bruges?
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.
Bruges
Located in the northern part of Belgium, in Flanders, Bruges is one of the most charming and well preserved cities in Europe. With its stone streets and charming shops, it is a postcard perfect city that seems to have jumped out of the pages of a Disney fairytale. The city itself is quite compact, adding to the charm and making it easily walkable. Even given its old world charm, it manages to present a cosmopolitan air as well. There's an active nightlife, but during the day the historical city center is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. You can take a carriage ride through the cobblestone streets or you can wander around on your own. Be sure to swing into some of the museums, cathedrals, and churches you'll see along the way. There are now shops everywhere that are designed to appeal to tourists. While some may be easy to walk by, it takes the strongest souls to ignore the chocolate shops you'll see on your way.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Belgium, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium.
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Sihanoukville Prices
Cambodia PricesBruges Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySihanoukville $64Bruges $183
The average daily cost (per person) in Sihanoukville is $64, while the average daily cost in Bruges is $183. 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 Bruges in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSihanoukville $23Bruges $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSihanoukville $46Bruges $134
Compare Hotels in Sihanoukville and Bruges
Looking for a hotel in Sihanoukville or Bruges? 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 Bruges Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sihanoukville $14Bruges $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Private taxi transfer from Sihanoukville to Battambang: $290
- Private Taxi Transfer to Kampot: $224
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by VIP Alphard: $180
- Private Transfer to/from Battambang - Sihanoukville: $115
- Private Transfer : Phnom Penh ↔ Sihanouk Ville: $105
- Private Shuttle Transfer From Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh: $70
- Sihanoukville To Phnom Penh Private Transfer Mini-Van-Car: $65
- Convenient Taxi Transfers from Sihanoukville to Kampot: $36
- Private Transfer From Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh: $35
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Sihanoukville International Airport Transfers: $23
- Transfer: Between Airport and Shihanouk ville: $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bruges:
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Five Day Bus Pass$17
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Bike Rental for Day$9.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bruges
Also for Bruges, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bruges hotel to Ostend Airport (OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Bruges to Brussels Private One-Way Direct Custom Transfer Service: $189
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotel - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $137
- Ostend Airport (OST) to Bruges hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Ostend Bruges Airport(OST) to Bruges- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
- Private Transfer from Bruges City Hotels to Zeebrugge Cruise Port: $72
- Private Transfer from Bruges to Brussels By Business car: $159
- Private Transfer from Ostend Bruges Airport OST to Zeebrugge Port: $229
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Bruges hotels: $72
- Private Transfer from Zeebrugge Cruise Port to Brussels hotels: $235
- Private Transfert from Bruges to Brussels Airport By Business car: $252
- Private direct transfer from Bruges to The Hague: $280
Is it cheaper to fly into Sihanoukville or Bruges?
Prices for flights to both Bruges 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 $32Bruges $102
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
Typical Food Prices in Bruges
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bruges:
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Cup of Tea$2.28
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Sandwich for Lunch$3.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bruges Food Tour : Beer, Chocolate, Waffles & Fries in German: $143
- Bruges Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $148
- The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour: $154
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $162
- Private Bruges Food Tour: 8 Tastings of Local Delicacies: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sihanoukville $5.35Bruges $17
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best Sihanoukville Day Tours from Cruise Port: $79
- Best of Kep, Kampot from Sihanoukville Cruise Port: $259
- Best of Sihanoukville City Tour from Cruise Port: $75
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Bokor Mountain: Historic & Scenic Tour with Rickshaw/SUV: $55
- Day Trip from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh for Cruise Passengers: $189
- Discovery Tour: Caving, Climbing, Via Ferrata and Abseiling in Kampot: $53
- Exploring Bokor National Park Full-Day Tour from Sihanoukville: $99
- Exploring Kampot: A Memorable Tour from Sihanoukville: $63
- Exploring Shore Excursions from Cruise Ports: $59
- Exploring the Best of Kampot and Kep in a Full-Day Tour: $55
- From Phnom Penh Day Trip for Cruise Ship Guests: $189
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bruges
For Bruges, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Groeninge Museum Entrance$9.11
Tours and Activities in Bruges
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bruges.
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges: $3.42
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Bruges: $3.42
- Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges: $3.42
- THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips: $3.42
- 2-Hour Bruges Walking Tour with Chocolate Tasting: $3.42
- Secrets of Walking Tour With a Chocolate and Waffle Bite: $3.43
- Walking Tour Bruges in German: $3.43
- Bruges Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.55
- Self Guided Podcast Tour Bruges and the Hanseatic Hub: $5.48
- Bruges Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.72
- Bruges Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Essential Witches : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $6.01
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySihanoukville $4.40Bruges $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Bruges
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bruges:
- Bruges Brewery & Distillery – Discover at Your Own Pace (+1drink): $18
- Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery and Distillery Visit: $19
- Private: Discover Bruges beers & brewery with chocolate pairing by a young local: $297
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sihanoukville and Bruges, we can see that Bruges 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 Bruges 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 Bruges would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bruges 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 Bruges Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sihanoukville or Bruges?
Sihanoukville has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Bruges. When comparing the sizes of Sihanoukville and Bruges, 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.