A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sopron vs. Bled for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sopron or Bled?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sopron and Bled can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Sopron or Bled?

Sopron

Sopron is a city in northwestern Hungary, located right on the Austrian border at the foot of the Alps near Lake Neusiedl.

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 Budget Tours to Hungary, The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.


Which place is cheaper, Bled or Sopron?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sopron is $65, while the average daily cost in Bled is $113. 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 Sopron and Bled in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sopron $29
    Bled $60
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sopron $58
    Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Sopron and Bled

Looking for a hotel in Sopron 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.

Hotels in Sopron


Hotels in Bled


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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: Sopron Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sopron $21
    Bled $37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled

Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bled- Ljubljana Airport. Private transfer. Price per car.: $86
  • Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $164
  • Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $205
  • Private transfer from Tolmin to airport Ljubljana: $209
  • Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $136

Is it cheaper to fly into Sopron or Bled?

Prices for flights to both Bled and Sopron 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sopron $24
    Bled $30

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: $129

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sopron $5.51
    Bled $14

Tours and Activities in Sopron

Here are a few actual costs in Sopron for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Special Magical Christmas tour around Sopron: $217
  • The best of Sopron walking tour: $163
  • Romantic tour in Sopron for couples: $98
  • Romantic tour in Sopron for couples: $191
  • City Highlights Walking Tour: $191

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Rafting
    $100

Tours and Activities in Bled

For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • From Ljubljana: Lake Bled Day Tour: $33
  • From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
  • From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
  • Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $54
  • 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
  • Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
  • Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
  • Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
  • From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $69
  • 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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sopron $5.64
    Bled $15

Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:


  • Bottle of Champagne
    $19

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: $42
  • 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 Sopron and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Sopron much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sopron would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sopron 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 Sopron.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sopron Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Sopron or Bled?

Sopron has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Sopron and Bled, 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 Sopron 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 Sopron or Bled in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Sopron as well as Bled.

In July, Sopron is generally around the same temperature as Bled. Daily temperatures in Sopron average around 23°C (73°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bled. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sopron this time of the year. In the summer, Sopron often gets less sunshine than Bled. Sopron gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.

Sopron usually gets less rain in July than Bled. Sopron gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Sopron 23°C (73°F) 
    Bled 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Sopron or Bled in the Autumn?

Both Bled and Sopron are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

Sopron is cooler than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sopron averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

Sopron usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Sopron gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Sopron usually receives less rain than Bled. Sopron gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Sopron 12°C (54°F) 
    Bled 16°C (60°F)

Should I visit Sopron or Bled in the Winter?

Both Bled and Sopron during the winter are popular places to visit.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Sopron. In the winter, Sopron is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sopron in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).

In the winter, Sopron often gets less sunshine than Bled. Sopron gets 65 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.

Sopron usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Sopron gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Sopron 2°C (36°F) 
    Bled 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Sopron or Bled in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sopron and Bled.

In April, Sopron is generally around the same temperature as Bled. Daily temperatures in Sopron average around 13°C (55°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

In Sopron, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sopron usually receives more sunshine than Bled during spring. Sopron gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Sopron usually receives less rain than Bled. Sopron gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Sopron 13°C (55°F) 
    Bled 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Bled and Sopron

Sopron Bled
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (36°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 4°C (38°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 7°C (44°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 8°C (46°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 9°C (49°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Apr 13°C (55°F) 51 mm (2 in) 13°C (56°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 20°C (69°F) 74 mm (2.9 in) 22°C (71°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 24°C (75°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 24°C (74°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sep 18°C (64°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 20°C (68°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Oct 12°C (54°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 16°C (60°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Nov 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in) 10°C (51°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec 3°C (37°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 6°C (44°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)