Bilbaois 31% cheaper Dorms avg $β26/night vs $β29/night.
Quick Verdict
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Traveler type
πͺπΈ Bilbao
π¬π§ London
Solo budget traveler
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24 hostels, avg 8.7 rating
Couple on a budget
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Private rooms avg $115/night
Digital nomad
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Coffee $5.35, dorms avg $29
Nightlife seeker
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Beer $8.76, 24 hostels
First-time Europer
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27 attractions
Cost Comparison
Daily Budget
| Tier | πͺπΈ Bilbao | π¬π§ London | You Save / day |
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brokepackr Dorm bed Β· street food Β· free activities | $β51 cheaper | $β75 | $23/day |
backpackr Mix of dorm & private Β· restaurants | $79 cheaper | $119 | $40/day |
flashpackr Private rooms Β· dining out Β· some tours | $116 cheaper | $175 | $59/day |
Price Intelligence
Seasonal Price Curve
Everyday Costs
Cost of Living
| Item | πͺπΈ Bilbao | π¬π§ London |
|---|---|---|
| π₯Street food meal Local market, street stall | $β19.61 27% less | $β26.96 |
| π½οΈMid-range meal Sit-down restaurant, one person | $β37.49 30% less | $β53.91 |
| πΊBeer (local draft) 500ml at a bar | $β3.75 57% less | $β8.76 |
| βCoffee Espresso or flat white | $β2.41 55% less | $β5.35 |
| πSingle metro / bus Standard single ticket | $β1.96 58% less | $β4.72 |
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Our Verdict + Hostel Quality
πͺπΈ
Bilbao
Spain
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelHabitaciΓ³n con balcΓ³n centro Bilbao ArtΓstico (10.0)
Annual dorm avg$β26/night
Total hostels15
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London
England
37
BDI: Pricey
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Higher dorm prices (avg $29/night). Strong hostel scene (24 hostels).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelOnefam Notting Hill (9.6)
Annual dorm avg$β29/night
Total hostels24
Entry Requirements
Visa & Entry
Passport
πͺπΈ Bilbao
π¬π§ London
πͺπΊ EU / EEA
Visa Free (90d)
No data
πΊπΈ US
Visa Free (90d)
No data
π¬π§ UK
Visa Free (90d)
No data
π¦πΊ Australia
Visa Free (90d)
No data
π¨π¦ Canada
Visa Free (90d)
No data
Flights
Getting There
City to City
Getting Between Bilbao & London
Climate
Weather & Best Time to Visit
Β°C Β· mm
πͺπΈ Bilbao
18Β°C
High
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8Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 84mm/month
Best months: Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug
π¬π§ London
11Β°C
High
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3Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 44mm/month
Best months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Things To Do
Top Attractions
πͺπΈ Bilbao
1. Itsasmuseum BilbaoFree
2. Ariz dorreaFree
3. Convento de San FranciscoFree
4. MamanFree
5. Parque Ibarrola - EmbarcaFree
π¬π§ London
1. Alan Brooke, 1st Viscount AlanbrookeFree
2. Anglo-Belgian War MemorialFree
3. Battle of Britain MemorialFree
4. Douglas HaigFree
5. MontyFree
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