Which place is cheaper, Bilbao or Segovia?
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 Segovia or Bilbao?
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 Segovia and Bilbao. 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: Segovia or Bilbao?
Segovia
Segovia is a historic town of Spain, predating the Roman Empire to a time of Celtic possession. The town is also capital of a province of the same name, and was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 for its multitude of historic structures, including a Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and royal palace.
Bilbao
The industrial city of Bilbao is located on a port of the Nervión River in northern Spain, an important location of Basque country. While the downtown is filled with skyscrapers and innovative architecture, it sits between a river and mountains of natural allure. A city of hard-workers to the core, Bilbao displays remnants of its industrial past, though in more recent years it has transformed into a center for art. It is now a popular location for visitors looking to experience art galleries and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Segovia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySegovia €181Bilbao €170
The average daily cost (per person) in Segovia is €181, while the average daily cost in Bilbao is €170. 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 Segovia and Bilbao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSegovia €75Bilbao €72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSegovia €150Bilbao €144
Compare Hotels in Segovia and Bilbao
Looking for a hotel in Segovia or Bilbao? 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: Segovia Hotel Prices and Bilbao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Segovia €24Bilbao €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Segovia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Segovia:
- Hot Air Balloon over Segovia with Optional Transfers from Madrid: $245
- Private One Way Transfer from Avila to Madrid City Airport: $99
- Private Transfer from Toledo or Avila to Madrid MAD by Minibus: $241
- Private transfer from Segovia to Madrid city/airport: $167
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bilbao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bilbao:
- Bilbao Airport Private Departure Transfer: $52
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Business Car: $60
- Bilbao city to Bilbao Airport (BIO) - Departure Private Transfer: $68
- Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao City - Arrival Private Transfer: $68
- Bilbao Private Transfer from Bilbao city centre to Bilbao Airport: $80
- Private Transfer from Bilbao Cruise Port to Bilbao Airport (BIO): $95
- Bilbao Airport to the Basque Country: Private Transfers: $105
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Luxury Van: $105
- Transfer Bilbao or San Sebastian Airports to San Sebastian by Van: $116
- Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
- Private Transfer from Bilbao city to Vitoria: $176
- Private Transfer from Vitoria to Bilbao: $176
Is it cheaper to fly into Segovia or Bilbao?
Prices for flights to both Bilbao and Segovia 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 daySegovia €84Bilbao €77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bilbao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bilbao.
- Bilbao Food Tour with Pintxos & Drinks with a Local: $105
- Bilbao Food Tour: Pintxos, Drinks, and Tapas with a Local: $107
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairings: $112
- Basque Food Tour and Wine Tasting with Guide: $112
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class: $112
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $120
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $120
- The Award-Winning Bilbao Food Tour & Wine Pairing by Basque Local: $126
- Paella Cooking Class with Sangria in Bilbao: $148
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $150
- Immersive Basque Cooking Class: $165
- Gourmet Pintxos & Premium Wines small groups Food Tour: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Segovia €34Bilbao €29
Tours and Activities in Segovia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Segovia are as follows:
- Guided Tour of Ávila: $3.58
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket to Cathedral of Segovia: $5.09
- Segovia Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.12
- Guided Tour to Tower / Guided Tour of the Tower: $9.28
- Segovia from the Aqueduct to the Alcazar: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Legends and Mysteries DE Segovia Tour: $12
- E-ticket to Cathedral of Segovia with Audio Tour: $17
- Guided Tuktuk Tour with Stops and Drop-off in Ávila: $18
- Avila Historic Old Town Walking Tour: $18
- Segovia Alcazar Castle Entry Ticket: $20
- Segovia Alcázar de Segovia Entry Ticket: $21
- Combo Segovia Alcazar Castle and Tower of Juan II Entry Ticket: $24
Tours and Activities in Bilbao
Here are a few actual costs in Bilbao for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bilbao Year of Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $8.38
- Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket: $12
- 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour: $17
- San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour: $19
- I am a tour guide who shows the history of the town of Bilbao.: $20
- Bilbao Walking Tour and cable car in spanish: $22
- Bilbao Estuary and Abra Bay Boat Tour: $22
- Bilbao Historical Tour in small group: $23
- Bilbao old town walking tour: $23
- Old Town Bilbao Tour in small group: $30
- Self Guided Bike Tour in Getxo (Scenic Bilbao's Seaside): $30
- Historical Walking Tour and Highlights: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySegovia €24Bilbao €21
Sample the Local Flavors in Bilbao
Also in Bilbao, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Unique Spanish Wine Tasting with Sommelier - In Bilbao: $53
- Basque Wine Tasting with Sommelier (Bilbao): $54
- Gaztelugatxe, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika, & Wine Tour: $70
- From La Rioja Wineries Day Trip with Wine Tastings: $75
- Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide: $100
- Basque Best Bites - #1 Food & Wine tour of Bilbao: $120
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $195
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $198
- Guided Txacoli Wine Tasting: $207
- Boutique Rioja Wine Tour with Charming Lunch (From Bilbao): $266
- Marques de Riscal and Ysios Rioja Wine Tour w/ Lunch from Bilbao: $274
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $287
When comparing the travel costs between Segovia and Bilbao, we can see that Segovia is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Segovia Expensive? and Is Bilbao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Segovia or Bilbao?
Bilbao has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Segovia. When comparing the sizes of Segovia and Bilbao, 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.