Which place is cheaper, London or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or London?
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 London 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 London?
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.
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65London $236
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in London is $236. 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 London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35London $153
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70London $306
Compare Hotels in Varna and London
Looking for a hotel in Varna or London? 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 London Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33London $32
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 Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $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 London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$18
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Heathrow Express$22
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Luggage Storage$9.97
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London Map$1.61
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Oyster Card$45
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$27
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Oyster Card$34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- "Private Group Transfer: Heathrow Airport to City of London": $172
- "Private Transfer: Heathrow Airport to Central London Hotel": $70
- "Private Transfer: Heathrow Airport to Dover Cruise Port": $146
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $162
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouth".: $152
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge.": $106
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Crawley.": $94
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Dorking.": $82
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Dorking.": $81
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Guildford.": $77
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Harlow".: $99
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Slough": $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or London?
Prices for flights to both London 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 $23London $43
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$16
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Tea$7.47
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$49
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Morning Tea$7.91
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Pastry$6.23
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Sushi Dinner for One$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Borough Market Food Tour - Self Guided: $6.47
- Dinner and Live DJ at A Fancy Restaurant: $16
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Picadilly Circus: Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Tea and Doughnuts: Borough Market Walking Food Tour: $44
- Pizza Making Cookery Class: $52
- Borough Bites, The London Food Tour: $66
- Borough Market Flavors of London Food Tour: $66
- No Diet Club - Best food Tour in East London: $67
- African & Caribbean Food Tour in Multi-Cultural Brixton: $74
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $87
- Ultimate London Food Tour: Borough Market & Southwark: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55London $41
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$103
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London Symphony Orchestra$43
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London Pass$59
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Comedy Show$9.97
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- London's Hidden Gems Self Guided City Tour: $3.26
- London Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $3.27
- Harry Potter Movie Locations Self Walking Tour: $3.74
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in London: $5.44
- Bloomsbury's Contribution to Health Care History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.48
- Covent Garden: A Self-Guided Photography Tour : $5.54
- Brick Lane: A self-guided audio tour of East London's vibrant jewel: $5.54
- Secret An audio tour about the heritage of the city's Russian immigrants: $5.54
- London Lights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Cultural Capital of the World: $5.54
- Photographing Dynamic Soho: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.55
- Southbank Photography Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.55
- Bustling Bloomsbury: A Self-Guided Street Photography Tour: $5.55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52London $19
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
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $13
- 2-Hour Haunted Pub Walking Tour: $20
- Shoreditch Bar Crawl of Five Venues with Drink Deals: $22
- Central London Pub Crawl: $23
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $23
- Camden Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting of 4 Beers: $25
- Shoreditch Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Pub Crawl of Central London: $29
- Burlesque Cabaret Show in Covent Garden: $31
- Camden Pub Crawl & Bar Tour London: $31
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $31
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and London, we can see that London 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London 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 London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and London, 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 London?
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 London in the Summer?
Both London and Varna during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to London for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Varna is a little warmer than London in the summer. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and London fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Varna. In the summer, Varna often gets more sunshine than London. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 195 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than London. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while London receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Varna or London in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and London. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to London because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Varna is a little warmer than London. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Varna in October average around 14°C (57°F), and London averages at about 12°C (53°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than London during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 107 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than London. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while London receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Varna or London in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Varna as well as London. Additionally, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to London this time of year.
It's quite cold in London in the winter. The weather in Varna can be very cold. In January, Varna is generally cooler than London. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 3°C (37°F), and London fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than London. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 52 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in January than London. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Varna or London in the Spring?
Both London and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to London for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Varna is a little warmer than London in the spring. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and London fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Varna usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as London during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 147 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives around the same amount of rain as London. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while London receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London and Varna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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