Which place is cheaper, Budva or Kos?
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 Kos or Budva?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Budva 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: Kos or Budva?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
Budva
A coastal resort in Montenegro, Budva is probably the country's most popular tourist destination. Not only does it host a number of great beaches, but it is also home to a picturesque old town center located on a small peninsula. Some of its best features include narrow winding lanes, historic buildings, churches, and small squares.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €165Budva €113
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €165, while the average daily cost in Budva is €113. 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 Kos and Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Budva €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Budva €74
Compare Hotels in Kos and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Kos or Budva? 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: Kos Hotel Prices and Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Budva €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- A Day's 3-Island Cruise Tour with Transfer: $54
- Arrival transfer from Kos Airport : $74
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $60
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $68
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $66
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $65
- Kos Private Airport and Hotel Transfer : $78
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $33
- Kos transfer services, Kos - Airport - Kos: $118
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $27
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $29
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budva
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Budva are as follows:
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Daily Car Rental€65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budva
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Budva:
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $107
- Private transfer Tivat/Kotor/Budva-Podgorica: $149
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $131
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $111
- Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $46
- Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $168
- Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $111
- AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva and Kos 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 dayKos €75Budva €53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $65
- Kos Greek Night with Transfer Dinner and Unlimited Wine: $66
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $67
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $88
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $111
- Kos 4x4 Sunset Adventure with dinner: $113
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Budva €22
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kos Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $23
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $24
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $29
- 3-Island Cruise with Lunch, Swimming and Audio Guide: $29
- Kos : 3-Island Wooden Ship Cruise w/ Lunch on Captain Hook: $29
- Zia Village Sunset Tour with Hotel Pickup: $29
- From 3-Island Pirate Cruise with Lunch and Waterslide: $29
- The Santa Maria 3 Island Cruise in the Aegean w/ Free Audio Guide: $30
- Barco De Pirata Cruise at 3 Islands in Greece : $30
- 3 Island Cruise Tour in Kos Island with Personalized Audio Guide: $31
- From Kos:A full day cruise in the newest luxury vessel!: $35
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Swimming and Boat Tour Trsteno Beach Budva: $179
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $19
- Adrenaline Speedboat Tours through the Bay of Kotor: $118
- Boka Bay: Kotor, Cave, Herceg Novi, & Lady of the Rocks Tour: $69
- Budva 1 hour Private walking tour: $85
- Budva Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Sightseeing: $76
- Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves: $54
- Budva Diving - Scuba Diving Experience: $74
- Budva old town private tour: $236
- 2-Hour «Night Lights» Kayak Tour: $54
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $53
- City Private Tour: $138
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Budva €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Sip and Savor Boutique Wine Tasting Experience: $66
- Guided Tour of Kos Town Asclepeion and Zia with Wine Tasting: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Budva, we can see that Kos is more expensive. And not only is Budva much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budva would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budva 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 Kos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kos than you might in Budva.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kos Expensive? and Is Budva Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kos or Budva?
Kos has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Kos and Budva, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.