Should you visit Vilnius or Bern?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Vilnius and Bern. We’ll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget. So, let's dig into it.
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
Bern
The capital city of Switzerland, Bern, is a surprisingly small city with a population of only about 130,000. It's located on a peninsula that is created by the turns of the River Aare. The city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it has a wonderfully preserved old town area. There are about four miles worth of quaint walkways that are lined with clock towers and fountains.
Which city is cheaper, Bern or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €76, while the average daily cost in Bern is €171. 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 Vilnius and Bern in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €68 for a double occupancy room in Vilnius.
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around €110. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Bern the cost is €220 on average.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Vilnius cost around €32 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €13.
The price of a meal in Bern can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €41 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €16 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Vilnius €32
Bern €41
Typical Food prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
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Vilnius - City of Contrasts - The Original City Tour by bicycle (bike+food tour):
$32
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National Dinner with Folk Show in Vilnius:
$49
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Dinner in local family:
$66
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Cooking Class in Vilnius:
$71
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Cooking Class:
$74
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Vilnius Dinner in the Darkness:
$115
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Dinner in the Dark Dining Experience in Riga:
$281
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Vilnius is €6.64 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
The cost of a taxi ride in Bern is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €23 per person, per day, on local transportation in Bern.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
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Vilnius Airport Departure Private Transfer:
$14
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Private Airport Transfer: Vilnius International Airport (VNO) to Vilnius:
$16
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Private Airport Transfer: from Vilnius to Vilnius International Airport (VNO):
$16
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Private Vilnius Airport Departure Transfer:
$16
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Private Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius City:
$17
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Private Departure Transfer from Vilnius City to Vilnius VNO Airport:
$17
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Vilnius Airport Arrival Private Transfer:
$17
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Private Vilnius VNO Airport - Vilnius City Round-Trip Transfer:
$33
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Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer:
$37
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Arrival Private Transfer from Vilnius VNO in Minivan:
$46
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Departure Private Transfer Vilnius City to Vilnius VNO by Minivan:
$46
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Luxury Car Transfers from VNO Vilnius Airport to Vilnius - Arrival:
$92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bern
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bern:
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Bern Belp Airport to Bern City - One Way:
$105
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Private Transfer from Bern City Center to Zurich City Center:
$318
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Private transfer from Bern City to Zurich Airport:
$416
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Bern Belp Airport to Basel City - One Way:
$586
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Bern Belp Airport to Zurich City - One Way:
$661
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Bern?
Prices for flights to both Bern and Vilnius 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
Vilnius's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €7.78 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Entertainment and activities in Bern typically cost an average of €23 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Typical Entertainment prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
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The old town of An audio tour from Cathedral Square to the Gate of Dawn:
$5.99
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Museum of illusions Entrance Ticket:
$14
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Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$14
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Vilnius Guided Ghost Walking Tour:
$15
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Vilnius Sightseeing - City Tour:
$15
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Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius:
$15
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Regular 2 hr walking tour of Jewish Vilnius:
$15
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Vilnius City Tour audio guide one round 11 languges:
$16
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Vilnius Old Town 2-hour Ghost Tour:
$23
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From Trakai 4-Hour Tour with Audio Guide:
$24
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Highlights of Vilnius - Short City Bike Tour:
$25
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Bicycle tour Contrasts of Vilnius:
$25
Tours and Activities in Bern
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bern are as follows:
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Bern Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$45
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Bern Capital City Small Group Tour:
$90
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Best Introduction Tour of Bern with a Local:
$91
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Schilthorn Piz Gloria (James Bond Location) Small Group Tour from Bern:
$179
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GAILY TOUR in BERN - Gay & Lesbian Tour:
$187
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Bern Capital City Private Tour:
$194
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Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Small Group Tour from Bern:
$227
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Adventure: Diamond Skull Virtual Reality:
$230
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Private tour of the best of Bern - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local:
$249
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Layover in Bern a Private Tour with a local: Best Highlights of Bern:
$249
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Zermatt Village Matterhorn Area plus Mt. Gornergrat Private Tour from Bern:
$305
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Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Small Group Tour from Bern:
$329
Alcohol
The average person spends about €5.10 on alcoholic beverages in Vilnius per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about €18 on alcoholic beverages in Bern per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Typical Alcohol prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Bern, we can see that Bern is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Bern would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bern than you might in Vilnius.
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