Which place is cheaper, Budva or Valencia?
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 Valencia or Budva?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia or Budva, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Valencia or Budva?
Valencia
Valencia is a port city that sits on Spain's southeastern Orange Blossom coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. As the nation's third-largest city, it is continually innovative in the arts and sciences with some futuristic architecture including a planetarium, oceanarium, and an interactive museum. The nightlife and daytime culture both thrive in their own ways, bustling with limitless opportunities for sight-seeing and entertainment. While the city is surrounded by fertile farmland, its center is a modern metropolis, skirted by beautiful beaches.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, 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 dayValencia €153Budva €113
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €153, 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 Valencia and Budva in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Budva €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Budva €74
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Budva
Looking for a hotel in Valencia 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: Valencia Hotel Prices and Budva Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valencia €18Budva €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Arrival Transfer Valencia Airport VLC to Valencia City by Sedan: $40
- Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery: Tour, Transfers & Basilica: $45
- Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $192
- Private Transfer from Callosa d'en Sarria to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $206
- Private Transfer from Valencia Cruise Port to Valencia hotels: $57
- Private Transfer from Valencia Hotels to Valencia Cruise Port: $57
- Private Transfer: VLC Airport to Valencia in Business Car: $94
- Private Transfer: Valencia Airport VLC to Valencia in Luxury Van: $99
- Private Transfer: Valencia to VLC Airport in Business Car: $88
- Private Transfer: Valencia to Valencia Airport VLC in Luxury Van: $99
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Valencia (hotel OR airport pick-up): $78
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Valencia HTL-APT (VLC): $48
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:
- AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $68
- Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $111
- Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $168
- Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $46
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $111
- Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $131
- Private transfer Tivat/Kotor/Budva-Podgorica: $149
- Tivat to Budva private one way transfer: $107
Is it cheaper to fly into Valencia or Budva?
Prices for flights to both Budva and Valencia 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 dayValencia €70Budva €53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
- Make Valencian 'Pizza' in Ruzafa: $72
- Authentic Paella Dinner in Valencia : $73
- Valencian paella cooking class, tapas and visit to Ruzafa market.: $76
- Valencian Paella Cooking Class, Tapas & Sangria - Evening : $76
- Valencia Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $77
- Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia: $78
- Valencia Morning Food Tour with Central Market by Food Lover Tour: $78
- Seafood paella cooking class, tapas and visit to Ruzafa market.: $82
- Valencia Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $102
- Any Day is Sunday: Paella Cooking Class with Tapas and Sangria: $117
- Tapas Dinner and Flamenco Show in Valencia: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valencia €29Budva €22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valencia
Here are a few typical costs in Valencia for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Flamenco Tour€16
Tours and Activities in Valencia
Here are a few actual costs in Valencia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self Guided Tour in Valencia with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Valencia El Cabañal Secrets: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
- Valencia Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.35
- In Love with A Self-Guided Tour of its Landmarks: $9.99
- 2 Hours Self Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $12
- Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $12
- Valencia Uncovered GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Valencia City Highlights in Guided Bike or E-Bike Tour: $18
- Essential Walking Tour of Valencia: $18
- Valencia Family Tour Guided tour in Italian: $18
- Valencia Guided City Tour: $18
- Guided walking tour of the city of Valencia : $18
Tours and Activities in Budva
Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $19
- Tour Cetinje, Lovćen & Mausoleum: $24
- Kayak & Hike Experience on Sveti Nikola Island: $53
- 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $53
- Night Lights Kayaking Tour: $53
- Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves: $54
- 2-Hour «Night Lights» Kayak Tour: $54
- Small group kayaking tour from Budva to Sveti Nikola island caves: $60
- Boka Bay: Kotor, Cave, Herceg Novi, & Lady of the Rocks Tour: $69
- Full-Day Boka Bay Cruise Tour from Budva with Guide: $70
- Great tour of coastal monasteries in Budva - Walking on the path of history!: $72
- Budva Diving - Scuba Diving Experience: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Budva €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia
Also in Valencia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $54
- Wine tasting tour : $115
- Small Group - Half-Day Wine Tour: $117
- Cheese Factory Workshop with Wine Tasting in Requena, Valencia: $118
- Two wineries tour with wine tasting : $137
- Horseback riding and wine tour (private tour): $179
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Budva, we can see that Valencia 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 Valencia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valencia 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 Valencia Expensive? and Is Budva Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Valencia or Budva?
Valencia has a larger population, and is about 170 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Valencia 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.