Should you visit Tallinn or Bergen?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Bergen, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
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.
Which city is cheaper, Bergen or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €74, while the average daily cost in Bergen is €92. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Tallinn and Bergen in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Tallinn can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €40, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €80.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €57. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Bergen the cost is €114 on average.
Food
Tallinn food costs typically run travelers around €25 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
While meal prices in Bergen can vary, the average travelers spends about €26 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Bergen should cost around €10 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Bergen is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Tallinn €25
Bergen €26
Typical Food prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two
€7.68
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Dessert
€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Estonian food tour in Tallinn:
$12
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Tallinn Sunset Dinner Cruise:
$73
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Tallinn Beer House Dinner:
$75
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Tallinn Russian Dinner:
$96
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Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour:
$106
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Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City:
$131
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Tallinn Segway and Food Tour:
$156
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Vegan Food Tours Tallinn:
$242
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergen
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergen.
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Lunch / Dinner-cruise Bergen - Cornelius, the best seafood restaurant in Bergen:
$2,154
Local Transportation
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Tallinn than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €9.68 on transportation in Tallinn on average per day.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around €8.19 per day to get around in Bergen.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two
€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Ultra - Tallinn Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to City Centre:
$8.71
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Ultra - Tallinn Private Transfer from City Centre to Tallinn Cruise Port:
$8.71
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Private Airport Transfer: Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn:
$14
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Private Airport Transfer: from Tallinn to Tallinn Airport (TLL):
$14
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Private Arrival Transfer from Tallinn TLL Airport to Tallinn City:
$15
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Private Departure Transfer from Tallinn City to Tallinn TLL Airport:
$15
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Arrival Private Transfer Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn City:
$23
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Departure Private Transfer Tallinn City to Tallinn TLL by Car:
$23
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Private Tallinn TLL Airport - Tallinn City Round-Trip Transfer:
$29
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City Transfer Tallinn:
$33
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Tallinn TLL Airport Luxury Van Private Arrival Transfer:
$35
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Tallinn TLL Airport Luxury Van Private Departure Transfer:
$35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergen:
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Ålesund:
$2,080
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Voss:
$530
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Ulvik:
$744
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Stavanger:
$1,256
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Oslo:
$2,408
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Olden, Loen, Stryn:
$1,612
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Norheimsund:
$400
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Lofthus:
$837
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Geiranger:
$2,210
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Geilo:
$1,142
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Flåm, Gudvangen:
$868
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WINTER TRANSFER Bergen - Fagernes, Valdres:
$1,559
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Bergen?
Prices for flights to both Bergen and Tallinn 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing expenses in Tallinn, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €4.50 per day, per person.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around €14 per person, per day in Bergen. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Pioneer Street Art Tour in Tallinn Telliskivi Creative City:
$12
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Tallinn Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$15
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Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area:
$16
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Skip the Line: Tallinn TV Tower Entrance Ticket:
$16
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Skip the Line: Tallinn Legends Interactive Museum Entrance Ticket:
$17
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Tallinn National Unity Tour on E-bike:
$19
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1-Hour Good Morning Tallinn Running Tour:
$19
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Tallinn Bay Sightseeing Cruise:
$22
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Tallinn Day Cruise: TOWERS OF TALLINN:
$22
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Tallinn Ghost and Legends Walking Tour:
$24
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Tallinn Bicycle Sightseeing Tour:
$29
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City Sightseeing Tallinn Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour:
$31
Tours and Activities in Bergen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergen are as follows:
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4 Day Bergen - Hardangerfjord cruise:
$8,502
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ALL ELECTRIC: Emission free tour to the World Heritage Fjords, 10.5 hours:
$860
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ALL ELECTRIC: Emission free tour to the World Heritage Fjords, 13 hours:
$1,030
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AMAZING HARDANGER: Private round trip with Fjord Cruise – from Bergen, 11 hours:
$1,001
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Bergen - Folgefonna Glacier private cruise:
$3,600
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Bergen - Ullensvang private cruise, one way:
$3,900
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Bergen 3-in one Guided Tour - Fjord Cruise, City Sightseeing and Mount Fløyen:
$353
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Bergen Active: The Exinge valley Bicycle downhill experience:
$750
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Bergen Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$45
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Bergen Panoramic Tour - Shore Excursion from Bergen:
$72
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Bergen Private Walking Tour:
$260
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Bergen Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$15
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Tallinn spend on average €12 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
The average person spends about €5.83 on alcoholic beverages in Bergen per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Nudist Winery Wine Tasting and Winery tour in Tallinn:
$44
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Tallinn Brewery Fiesta:
$77
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Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl:
$77
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Tallinn Bar Crawl:
$85
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Tallinn Beer House Brewery Fiesta:
$90
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City tour Craft Brewery visit and tasting of craft beers ciders and cheeses:
$90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Bergen, we can see that Bergen is more expensive. And not only is Tallinn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tallinn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tallinn 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 Tallinn.
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