A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Auxerre vs. Podgorica for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Auxerre or Podgorica?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Auxerre and Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Auxerre or Podgorica?

Auxerre

Auxerre is a town in France on the Yonne River and in the Yonne department of the Burgundy region. Historically, the town owes its importance to its important position on the river, and also to the once important trade route between the Mediterranean and the North Sea. Auxerre has received the classification of a protected Historic Town in France as well as being one of the French towns of art and history. Auxerre is an interesting place to visit, with the town center towered over by the cathedral and by several churches. The part of the town of most interest to visitors occupies the hill that runs up from the west bank of the river, and includes the major churches and the historical old town.

Podgorica

Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 2-Week Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Auxerre?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Auxerre is €113, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Auxerre and Podgorica in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Auxerre 51
    Podgorica 46
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Auxerre 102
    Podgorica 92
Compare Hotels in Auxerre and Podgorica

Looking for a hotel in Auxerre or Podgorica? 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.

Hotels in Auxerre


Hotels in Podgorica


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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: Auxerre Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Auxerre 46
    Podgorica 20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:

  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $262
  • Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
  • VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
  • Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
  • Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
  • Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87

Is it cheaper to fly into Auxerre or Podgorica?

Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Auxerre 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Auxerre 34
    Podgorica 41

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Auxerre 18
    Podgorica 21

Tours and Activities in Auxerre

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Auxerre.

  • Chocolate Tour with Tasting: $16
  • e-Mehari Tour et dégustation Chablis Clotilde Davenne: $92
  • Touristic highlights of Auxerre a Private half day tour (4 Hours) with a local: $112

Tours and Activities in Podgorica

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:

  • ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
  • ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
  • Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
  • Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
  • Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
  • Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
  • Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
  • Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
  • Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
  • Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
  • Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
  • Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Auxerre 6.14
    Podgorica 20

Sample the Local Flavors in Auxerre

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Auxerre:

  • From Dutch Barge Full-Day Cruise with Wine Tasting: $85
  • Chablis & Northern Burgundy Wine Tour: $273

Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:

  • Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
  • Book Your Wine Tour: $77
  • Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
  • Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
  • Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
  • Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
  • Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196


When comparing the travel costs between Auxerre and Podgorica, we can see that Auxerre 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 Auxerre Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Auxerre or Podgorica?

Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Auxerre. When comparing the sizes of Auxerre and Podgorica, 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.


When is the best time to visit Auxerre or Podgorica?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Auxerre or Podgorica in the Summer?

Both Podgorica and Auxerre during the summer are popular places to visit. The small town charm and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Auxerre this time of year.

In the summer, Auxerre is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the summer temperatures in Auxerre in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Podgorica averages at about 26°C (80°F).

In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Auxerre. In the summer, Auxerre often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Auxerre gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.

Auxerre usually gets more rain in July than Podgorica. Auxerre gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Auxerre 19°C (66°F) 
    Podgorica 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Auxerre or Podgorica in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Auxerre and Podgorica. Many travelers come to Auxerre for the small town atmosphere.

In October, Auxerre is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Auxerre average around 13°C (55°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. Auxerre usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Auxerre gets 126 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Auxerre usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Auxerre gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Auxerre 13°C (55°F) 
    Podgorica 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Auxerre or Podgorica in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Auxerre as well as Podgorica. Many visitors come to Auxerre in the winter for the museums and the cuisine.

Auxerre can get quite cold in the winter. Auxerre is much colder than Podgorica in the winter. The daily temperature in Auxerre averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In the winter, Auxerre often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Auxerre gets 53 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Auxerre usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Auxerre gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Auxerre 3°C (37°F) 
    Podgorica 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Auxerre or Podgorica in the Spring?

Both Podgorica and Auxerre are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Auxerre for the small town charm during these months.

In the spring, Auxerre is cooler than Podgorica. Typically, the spring temperatures in Auxerre in April average around 10°C (50°F), and Podgorica averages at about 14°C (58°F).

Auxerre usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during spring. Auxerre gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In April, Auxerre usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Auxerre gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Auxerre 10°C (50°F) 
    Podgorica 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Podgorica and Auxerre

Auxerre Podgorica
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 3°C (37°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 6°C (42°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Feb 5°C (41°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Mar 7°C (45°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 11°C (51°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in) 14°C (58°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 19°C (67°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in) 26°C (80°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in) 26°C (79°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 17°C (63°F) 50 mm (2 in) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oct 13°C (55°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in) 11°C (53°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Dec 5°C (41°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)