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Trondheim vs Bergen

Norway vs Norway · 430 km apart

Trondheim

Norway

kr11,923 ($1,104)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bergen

Norway

kr12,703 ($1,176)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseTrondheimBergenCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.80$11.45Trondheim
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$43.20$45.79Trondheim
Cappuccino$3.24$3.43Trondheim
Monthly groceries (single person)$245$259Trondheim
Monthly public transport pass$39.60$41.98Trondheim
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$104$111Trondheim
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$30.24$32.05Trondheim
Fitness club membership$30.24$32.05Trondheim
Cinema ticket$7.92$8.40Trondheim
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$552$594Trondheim
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$384$413Trondheim
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,152$1,239Trondheim
Total single-person budget$1,104$1,176Trondheim
Average net salary$3,900$4,134

Verdict

Trondheim is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Trondheim runs about $1,104 versus $1,176 in Bergen — a difference of roughly 7%.

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 Trondheim  ·  Full cost of living in Bergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trondheim cheaper than Bergen?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,104 per month in Trondheim versus $1,176 in Bergen — about 7% less.
How far is Trondheim from Bergen?
The straight-line distance between Trondheim and Bergen is approximately 430 km (267 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Trondheim or Bergen?
The estimated average net salary is $3,900 in Trondheim and $4,134 in Bergen. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,796 in Trondheim versus $2,958 in Bergen per month.