Which place is cheaper, Bled or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Bled, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Uppsala or Bled?
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
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 Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, 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 dayUppsala $135Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Bled is $112. 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 Uppsala and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Bled $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $32Bled $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: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Bled $13
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $113
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
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$99
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Scenic Quad Tour in Bled: $153
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $167
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Bled eBike Tour: $80
- Bled eBike Tour : $108
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $91
- 3-Hour Exclusive Lake Bled Canyoning Adventure: $159
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $289
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Rafting and Zipline Tour: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Bled $15
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$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: $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 Uppsala and Bled, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Bled much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bled would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bled 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala than you might in Bled.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Bled?
Uppsala has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala 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 Uppsala or Bled?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Uppsala or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Bled.
Uppsala is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bled this time of the year. In Uppsala, it's very sunny this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Bled during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bled. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Bled.
In the autumn, Uppsala is much colder than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Uppsala in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Bled. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Uppsala is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around -3°C (27°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Bled. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Uppsala during the spring are popular places to visit.
Uppsala is much colder than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bled. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 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.