Which place is cheaper, Bari or A Coruna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit A Coruna or Bari?
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 A Coruna and Bari. 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: A Coruna or Bari?
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
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 Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayA Coruna €109Bari €137
The average daily cost (per person) in A Coruna is €109, while the average daily cost in Bari is €137. 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 A Coruna and Bari in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personA Coruna €51Bari €73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomA Coruna €102Bari €146
Compare Hotels in A Coruna and Bari
Looking for a hotel in A Coruna 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: A Coruna Hotel Prices and Bari Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.A Coruna €13Bari €11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $158
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $156
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $143
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€44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bari
Also for Bari, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tour with transfer from Bari to Castel del Monte: $174
- Private Transfers from Bari Airport: $143
- Private Transfer from Bari hotels to Bari Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Bari city hotels to Taranto Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Bari Intl Airport (BRI) to Bari Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Bari Cruise Port to Polignano: $105
- Private Transfer from Bari Airport to Matera: $180
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Torre Canne: $298
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Selva di Fasano: $240
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Polignano a Mare: $162
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Ostuni: $272
- Private Transfer from Bari (BRI) Airport to Matera: $205
Is it cheaper to fly into A Coruna or Bari?
Prices for flights to both Bari and A Coruna 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 dayA Coruna €49Bari €55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $117
Typical Food Prices in Bari
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Bari:
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Dinner€44
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Coffee€2.00
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: $48
- Polignano : Typical Cooking Class with Aperitif and wine included: $70
- Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better: $76
- Apulian Cooking Class with Aperitif and Wine in Polignano a Mare: $77
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine in Bari: $82
- Experience Cooking Pasta in Polignano a Mare: $84
- Bari Street Food Tour by Rickshaw: $90
- Cooking class: We prepare orecchiette with vegetables from the garden: $92
- Tagliatelle and Tiramisù cooking class: $96
- Bari : Nonna’s cooking class – Apulian Focaccia & Orecchiette: $101
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cisternino with Show Cooking: $102
- Cesarine: Dining & Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Altamura: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.A Coruna €9.72Bari €8.61
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules€3.00
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $90
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.15
- Cathedrals Beach and Lugo Tour from A Coruña: $78
- Discover Coruña 60 Minute Private Tour in Tuk tuk: $179
- Discover La Coruña: Exclusive Cruise Tour from Coruña: $58
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $70
- E-bike Tour with Galicia flavor: $149
- EN Small Group Historic POR Coruña Walking Tour: $32
- Excursion to Santiago de Compostela for cruises from Coruña: $83
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $82
- Guided Tour Lugo: $30
- Private La Coruña Walking Tour: $185
Tours and Activities in Bari
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bari.
- 1 Hour and a Half Panoramic Tour of Polignano a Mare by Boat: $42
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Bari with Street Food: $108
- Alberobello & Matera Tour with Tasting and Guide - from Bari: $131
- Alberobello & Matera: Private DA Bari Tour: $298
- Alberobello Self-Guided Tour Departing from Bari by GT Bus: $66
- Alberobello and Matera private bus tour from Bari: $71
- Alberobello, Martina Franca and Locorotondo Guided Tour from Bari: $214
- Alberobello, Monopoli Polignano Small-Group Guided Tour from Bari: $213
- Altamura the Lioness of Puglia - Guided Walking Tour: $42
- Ancient Egnazia & Polignano: Private Day Trip or Walking Tour: $162
- Apulian Olive Oil Tasting and Aperitivo Experience in Trani: $57
- Bari Bike Tour: $54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayA Coruna €13Bari €13
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€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Bari
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bari:
- TRANI Wine Tours: Flavors of Puglia: $57
- Afternoon Tour Secrets of Alberobello incl. Food & Wine tasting: $86
- Alberobello Locorotondo and Wine Tasting - Guided Tour From Bari: $168
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between A Coruna and Bari, we can see that Bari is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 A Coruna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is A Coruna Expensive? and Is Bari Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, A Coruna or Bari?
Bari has a larger population, and is about 30% larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of A Coruna 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 A Coruna or Bari?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit A Coruna or Bari in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both A Coruna and Bari. Furthermore, the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bari this time of year.
In July, A Coruna is generally cooler than Bari. Daily temperatures in A Coruna average around 19°C (66°F), and Bari fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bari this time of the year. In A Coruna, it's very sunny this time of the year. A Coruna usually receives less sunshine than Bari during summer. A Coruna gets 248 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 336 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, A Coruna usually receives more rain than Bari. A Coruna gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Bari receives 9 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyA Coruna 19°C (66°F)Bari 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit A Coruna or Bari in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to A Coruna as well as Bari. Additionally, many travelers come to Bari for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
A Coruna is cooler than Bari in the autumn. The daily temperature in A Coruna averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Bari fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In the autumn, A Coruna often gets less sunshine than Bari. A Coruna gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 178 hours of full sun.
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the autumn. A Coruna usually gets more rain in October than Bari. A Coruna gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Bari receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberA Coruna 16°C (61°F)Bari 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit A Coruna or Bari in the Winter?
Both Bari and A Coruna are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bari in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, A Coruna is around the same temperature as Bari. Typically, the winter temperatures in A Coruna in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Bari averages at about 10°C (49°F).
A Coruna usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bari during winter. A Coruna gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Bari receives 110 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in A Coruna. In January, A Coruna usually receives more rain than Bari. A Coruna gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Bari receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryA Coruna 11°C (51°F)Bari 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit A Coruna or Bari in the Spring?
Both Bari and A Coruna during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Bari for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
In April, A Coruna is generally cooler than Bari. Daily temperatures in A Coruna average around 13°C (55°F), and Bari fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In Bari, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, A Coruna often gets less sunshine than Bari. A Coruna gets 167 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bari receives 203 hours of full sun.
A Coruna usually gets more rain in April than Bari. A Coruna gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Bari receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilA Coruna 13°C (55°F)Bari 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Bari and A Coruna
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
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