Which place is cheaper, Split or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varna and Split 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.
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.
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Walking Tours in Croatia, and The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Split is $116. 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 Split in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Split 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.
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Split, we can see that Split 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 Split would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Split 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 Split Expensive?.
Varna has a larger population, and is about 77% larger than the population of Split. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Split, 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Varna as well as Split. Also, many travelers come to Split for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Varna is generally cooler than Split. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 23°C (73°F), and Split fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Split. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Varna this time of the year. In the summer, Varna often gets less sunshine than Split. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 345 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets more rain in July than Split. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Split receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Split and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Split in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Varna is cooler than Split in the autumn. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Split fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Split. Varna usually receives less sunshine than Split during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Split. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Split receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Split and Varna during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Split for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Varna can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Varna is much colder than Split. Typically, the winter temperatures in Varna in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Split averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets less sunshine than Split. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Split receives 128 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in January than Split. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Split receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Split. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Split because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
In April, Varna is generally cooler than Split. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 11°C (52°F), and Split fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Split this time of the year. Varna usually receives less sunshine than Split during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Split receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives less rain than Split. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Split receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Varna | Split | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |