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Lillehammer vs Bergen

Norway vs Norway · 290 km apart

Lillehammer

Norway

kr10,634 ($985)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bergen

Norway

kr12,703 ($1,176)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseLillehammerBergenCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.72$11.45Lillehammer
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$38.88$45.79Lillehammer
Cappuccino$2.92$3.43Lillehammer
Monthly groceries (single person)$220$259Lillehammer
Monthly public transport pass$35.64$41.98Lillehammer
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$93.96$111Lillehammer
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.22$32.05Lillehammer
Fitness club membership$27.22$32.05Lillehammer
Cinema ticket$7.13$8.40Lillehammer
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$484$594Lillehammer
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$337$413Lillehammer
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,010$1,239Lillehammer
Total single-person budget$985$1,176Lillehammer
Average net salary$3,510$4,134

Verdict

Lillehammer is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lillehammer runs about $985 versus $1,176 in Bergen — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Bergen leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Lillehammer  ·  Full cost of living in Bergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lillehammer cheaper than Bergen?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $985 per month in Lillehammer versus $1,176 in Bergen — about 19% less.
How far is Lillehammer from Bergen?
The straight-line distance between Lillehammer and Bergen is approximately 290 km (180 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Lillehammer or Bergen?
The estimated average net salary is $3,510 in Lillehammer and $4,134 in Bergen. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,525 in Lillehammer versus $2,958 in Bergen per month.