Which place is cheaper, Bari or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Bari?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varna and Bari 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: Varna or Bari?
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
Bari
Off the lustrous, aquamarine waters of the Adriatic Sea, a bustling city hums to life as the sun sets. Though an ancient city, Bari still attains its youthful air, with a thriving nightlife and breathtaking boulevards. The capital city of Apulia region, Bari is the second most important economic center of mainland Southern Italy, as well as a significant port and university city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Bari $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Bari is $122. 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 Varna and Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Bari $78
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Bari $156
Compare Hotels in Varna and Bari
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Bari? 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: Varna Hotel Prices and Bari Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Bari $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Bucharest to Varna - Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Sofia (SOF) Airport : $300
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Private Transfer from Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $131
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Saints Constantine and Helena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $123
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bari:
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Train to Lecce$47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bari Airport: 1-Way Shared Transfer to Matera City Center: $5.35
- Bari Airport: Shared Transfer to/from Taranto Train Station: $9.09
- Bari City Hotels to Taranto Cruise Port - Departure Transfer: $67
- Bari Cruise Port (Terminal di Bari) to Bari hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Bari Cruise Port (Terminal di Bari) to Bari hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $50
- Bari Cruise Port to Polignano Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $79
- Bari Cruise Port to Polignano city Round trip Private Transfer: $157
- Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $50
- Bari Per Matera - Matera Airport Transfer Service For Bari Airport: $148
- Bari or Naples: Private Transfer Service: $541
- Bari Airport Transfer to/from Foggia Train Station: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari and Varna 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 dayVarna $23Bari $34
Typical Food Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
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Dinner$47
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Coffee$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bari
For Bari, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street food tour of Polignano a Mare: $39
- Bari Walking Street Food Tour: $48
- Bari Street Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Italian Street Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $70
- Puglia Plates - Bari Food Tour: $76
- Street Food Tour in Bari old town - Do Eat Better Experience: $78
- Rickshaw Street Food Tour: $80
- Conversano: Apulian cooking lesson with dinner included: $82
- Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $82
- Bari Street Food Tour on Segway: $86
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Barletta with Show Cooking: $93
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Margherita di Savoia with Show Cooking: $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Bari $9.23
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Tour "Hunt for the treasures of Bari": $3.28
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $6.42
- Bari Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Wonderful Bari Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Olive Oil Private Tour and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting in Altamura: $22
- Simi Palace and Byzantine Church Tour with Ticket: $24
- St. Nicholas Basilica and Crypt Guided Tour: $27
- Guided Walking Tour: $27
- Bari Walking City Tour: $30
- Norman-Swabian Castle Guided Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Bari $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bari
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Bari:
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Beer$2.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
- Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $79
- Private Tour: Trani walking tour with Moscato wine tasting: $115
- Wine tasting experience in the Apulian countryside : $235
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Bari, we can see that Bari is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Bari would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bari than you might in Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varna Expensive? and Is Bari Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Bari?
Bari has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Bari, 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 Varna or Bari?
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 Varna or Bari in the Summer?
Both Bari and Varna during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Bari for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Varna is around the same temperature as Bari in the summer. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Bari fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
In Bari, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Varna. In the summer, Varna often gets less sunshine than Bari. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 336 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets more rain in July than Bari. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bari receives 9 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Bari 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Varna or Bari in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Bari. Furthermore, many visitors come to Bari in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Varna is cooler than Bari. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Varna in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Bari averages at about 18°C (65°F).
Varna usually receives less sunshine than Bari during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Bari. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Bari receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Bari 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Varna or Bari in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Varna as well as Bari. Additionally, most visitors come to Bari for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Varna can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Varna is generally much colder than Bari. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 3°C (37°F), and Bari fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets less sunshine than Bari. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 110 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in January than Bari. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bari receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Bari 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Varna or Bari in the Spring?
Both Bari and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Bari because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
Varna is cooler than Bari in the spring. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Bari fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Bari. Varna usually receives less sunshine than Bari during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 203 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives more rain than Bari. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Bari receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Bari 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Bari and Varna
| Varna | Bari | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
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