Which place is cheaper, Bad Gastein or Snowdonia National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Snowdonia National Park or Bad Gastein?
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 Snowdonia National Park and Bad Gastein can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Snowdonia National Park or Bad Gastein?
Snowdonia National Park
Snowdonia National Park is in North West Wales and is known for its outstanding natural beauty. Mount Snowdon is located in the park, which is the highest peak in all of Wales. There are many campsites and hiking trails, as well as traditional Welsh pubs and shops. English is one of the languages spoken in Snowdonia, however 75% of the population, which is 121,000, speaks Welsh.
Bad Gastein
Located in the High Tauern Mountains south of Salzburg, Bad Gastein is a spa and ski town known for hotels and villas built into steep and forested slopes. While the town is most visited in the winter for skiing purposes, it is also a home base for many hiking opportunities throughout the summer.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySnowdonia National Park £75Bad Gastein £104
The average daily cost (per person) in Snowdonia National Park is £75, while the average daily cost in Bad Gastein is £104. 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 Snowdonia National Park and Bad Gastein in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSnowdonia National Park £29Bad Gastein £53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSnowdonia National Park £58Bad Gastein £106
Compare Hotels in Snowdonia National Park and Bad Gastein
Looking for a hotel in Snowdonia National Park or Bad Gastein? 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: Bad Gastein Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Snowdonia National Park £46Bad Gastein £34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Snowdonia National Park
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Snowdonia National Park:
- Private Transfer from Caernarfon to Manchester Airport (MAN): $250
Is it cheaper to fly into Snowdonia National Park or Bad Gastein?
Prices for flights to both Bad Gastein and Snowdonia National Park 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 daySnowdonia National Park £19Bad Gastein £30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Snowdonia National Park £18Bad Gastein £18
Tours and Activities in Snowdonia National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Snowdonia National Park are as follows:
- Anglesey Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK: $32
- 2 Hours Historical Tour of Caernarfon: $33
- Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn: $56
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySnowdonia National Park £4.86Bad Gastein £6.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Snowdonia National Park and Bad Gastein, we can see that Bad Gastein is more expensive. And not only is Snowdonia National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Snowdonia National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Snowdonia National Park 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 Bad Gastein would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bad Gastein than you might in Snowdonia National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Snowdonia National Park Expensive? and Is Bad Gastein Expensive?.
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.