Which place is cheaper, Bled or Zurich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zurich or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zurich and Bled. 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, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zurich or Bled?
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, 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 dayZurich $268Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Zurich is $268, 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 Zurich and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZurich $170Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZurich $340Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Zurich and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Zurich 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: Zurich Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zurich $36Bled $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- Zurich:Transfer and Ticket to Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum: $109
- Transfer from/to Hotel - Airport: $160
- Private Transfer to/from Zurich Airport: $108
- One-Way Private Airport Transfer: $131
- 1-Way Private Transfer from the airport to Zurich: $188
- Zurich to Basel Private Direct Transfer: $205
- Zurich Private Airport and Hotels Transfer with Round-Trip: $149
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to/from Zurich City: $109
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to/from Lucerne: $251
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer to Greater Zurich Area: $109
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer from Greater Zurich Area: $109
- Zurich Airport: Private Transfer Zurich Airport to Lucerne: $328
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Zurich or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Zurich 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 dayZurich $62Bled $30
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$13
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.Zurich $36Bled $13
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- 007-Elegance: Exclusive Private Tour Schilthorn from Zürich: $627
- 3 Hours Private Tour Around Zurich: $224
- 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg: $101
- Adventure to Mount Pilatus Gold and Silver tour: $157
- Alpine Majesty: Private Tour to Mount Titlis from Zürich: $650
- Alpine Majesty:Zürich to Jungfraujoch Exclusive Private Tour: $799
- Beer Tasting Tour in Zurich: $129
- Best Intro Tour of Zurich with a Local: $124
- Best of Zürich: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in English: $7.87
- Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride : $73
- Best of Zurich and Surroundings - Extended City Sightseeing Tour: $87
- Bike Private Tour with Pickup and Drop off From Zurich: $114
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:
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
- From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
- Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $55
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
- From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $65
- Winter Triglav National Park Adventure - Half day trip from Bled: $71
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Guided Clear Kayak Tour in Bled: $75
- Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZurich $29Bled $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $31
- eTukTuk Hot Stone BBQ and Wine Tour Zürich: $129
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 Zurich and Bled, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zurich or Bled?
Zurich has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Zurich 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 Zurich or Bled?
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 Zurich or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Zurich during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Zurich for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Zurich is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Zurich average around 21°C (70°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Bled, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Zurich. In the summer, Zurich often gets less sunshine than Bled. Zurich gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
Zurich usually gets more rain in July than Bled. Zurich gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZurich 21°C (70°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Zurich and Bled. The autumn months attract visitors to Zurich because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Zurich is cooler than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zurich averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Zurich usually receives less sunshine than Bled during autumn. Zurich gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zurich usually receives less rain than Bled. Zurich gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZurich 13°C (56°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Bled in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Zurich as well as Bled. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zurich this time of year.
It's quite cold in Zurich in the winter. In the winter, Zurich is much colder than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zurich in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Zurich often gets less sunshine than Bled. Zurich gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Zurich usually gets more rain in January than Bled. Zurich gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZurich 3°C (37°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Zurich are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Zurich for the natural beauty.
In April, Zurich is generally cooler than Bled. Daily temperatures in Zurich average around 12°C (53°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Zurich usually receives less sunshine than Bled during spring. Zurich gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Zurich usually receives less rain than Bled. Zurich gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZurich 12°C (53°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Zurich
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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