Which place is cheaper, Bled 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 Bled?
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 Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Snowdonia National Park or Bled?
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.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in United Kingdom, The Best Luxury Tours to United Kingdom, 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 daySnowdonia National Park £75Bled £89
The average daily cost (per person) in Snowdonia National Park is £75, while the average daily cost in Bled is £89. 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 Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSnowdonia National Park £29Bled £48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSnowdonia National Park £58Bled £96
Compare Hotels in Snowdonia National Park and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Snowdonia National Park 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.Snowdonia National Park £46Bled £29
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Snowdonia National Park or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled 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 £19Bled £24
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: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Snowdonia National Park £18Bled £11
Tours and Activities in Snowdonia National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Snowdonia National Park are as follows:
- 2 Hours Historical Tour of Caernarfon: $33
- Anglesey Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK: $32
- Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn: $56
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£79
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
- Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $55
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
- From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $65
- Winter Triglav National Park Adventure - Half day trip from Bled: $71
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Guided Clear Kayak Tour in Bled: $75
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySnowdonia National Park £4.86Bled £12
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£15
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: $43
- 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 Snowdonia National Park and Bled, we can see that Bled 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 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 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 Bled Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Snowdonia National Park or Bled?
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 Snowdonia National Park or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Snowdonia National Park during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Snowdonia National Park for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Snowdonia National Park is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Snowdonia National Park average around 15°C (60°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Bled, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Snowdonia National Park. In the summer, Snowdonia National Park often gets less sunshine than Bled. Snowdonia National Park gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Snowdonia National Park usually gets less rain in July than Bled. Snowdonia National Park gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySnowdonia National Park 15°C (60°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Snowdonia National Park and Bled. Many visitors come to Snowdonia National Park in the autumn for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
Snowdonia National Park is cooler than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Snowdonia National Park averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Snowdonia National Park usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Snowdonia National Park gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Snowdonia National Park usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bled. Snowdonia National Park gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSnowdonia National Park 12°C (53°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Bled in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Snowdonia National Park as well as Bled. Most visitors come to Snowdonia National Park for the skiing and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Snowdonia National Park is around the same temperature as Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Snowdonia National Park in January average around 5°C (42°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Snowdonia National Park often gets less sunshine than Bled. Snowdonia National Park gets 63 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Snowdonia National Park usually gets more rain in January than Bled. Snowdonia National Park gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySnowdonia National Park 5°C (42°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Snowdonia National Park or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Snowdonia National Park are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Snowdonia National Park because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Snowdonia National Park is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Snowdonia National Park average around 8°C (47°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Snowdonia National Park usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bled during spring. Snowdonia National Park gets 179 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Snowdonia National Park usually receives less rain than Bled. Snowdonia National Park gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSnowdonia National Park 8°C (47°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Snowdonia National Park
| Snowdonia National Park | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (56°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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.