Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Basel?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Basel or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Basel or Poznan, 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: Basel or Poznan?
Basel
Basel is often overlooked as a tourist destination in Switzerland, but despite this, it does have a lot to offer visitors as well as a beautiful medieval historic center. Every year it also hosts a Carnival festival that is one of the most popular in Europe, competing with those in Venice and Rio de Janeiro in its popularity. There are also some excellent museums and great examples of regional architecture around town. Basel also serves as an excellent entry point to the Swiss Jura mountains and a jumping off point to visit more popular cities such as Zurich or Lucerne.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Bicycle Tours in Switzerland, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBasel $236Poznan $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Basel is $236, while the average daily cost in Poznan is $35. 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 Basel and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBasel $143Poznan $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBasel $286Poznan $34
Compare Hotels in Basel and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Basel or Poznan? 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: Basel Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Basel $45Poznan $4.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basel
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Basel:
- Private Transfer: Basel Airport BSL to Zurich in Luxury Van: $261
- Private Transfer from Basel to Zurich with 3h Sightseeing Stops: $251
- Private transfer from Basel to Strasbourg with a local driver: $233
- Private Transfer From Basel To Bern With a 2 Hour Stop in Olten: $224
- Private Direct Transfer from Basel to Zurich: $205
- Private One-way Transfer From Basel to Zurich, English Speaking Driver: $186
- Private direct transfer from Basel to Lucerne with a local driver: $177
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Car: $157
- Arrival Private Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $119
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $119
- Basel Airport Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Business Car: $108
- ONE WAY: Basel Train Station (ZDH) to / from Basel transfer: $88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Basel or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Basel 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 dayBasel $61Poznan $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Basel $37Poznan $4.79
Tours and Activities in Basel
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basel are as follows:
- Alpine Majesty: Basel to Jungfraujoch Exclusive Private Tour: $821
- Alpine Majesty: Private Tour to Mount Titlis from Basel: $650
- Basel (Kleinbasel) Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $15
- Basel : Old Town Walking Tour: $107
- Basel : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Local Guide: $82
- Basel Adventure Tour - The city quiz: $37
- Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour: $27
- Basel City: Private guided Segway Tour: $196
- Basel Family Adventure: Exploring Historic & Artistic Gems: $543
- Basel Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $5.35
- Basel History Tour for Groups: $328
- Basel Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- Poznań: The Birthplace of Poland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- The Birthplace of Poland: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Poznań: $5.00
- Poznan's Cultural Struggles: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Poznań Experience 2-Hours Guided Walking Tour: $41
- The Best of Poznan 4 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: $46
- Poznań: Highlights Tour with a local guide: $59
- Poznań Half-day Tour: $79
- Romantic tour in Poznan: $80
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBasel $33Poznan $3.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Basel
Also in Basel, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Meet People and Hidden Bars and Clubs: $33
- Pinot Noir & Pinot Wine Tour to Baden-Württemberg: $279
- Fantastic, full day, private wine tour to Alsace!: $285
- Half Day Private Cheese & Wine Tasting in Vineyard in Basel: $289
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Basel and Poznan, we can see that Basel is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Basel would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basel than you might in Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basel Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Basel or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Basel. When comparing the sizes of Basel and Poznan, 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 Basel or Poznan?
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 Basel or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Basel as well as Poznan. Many travelers come to Basel for the family-friendly experiences.
Basel is a little warmer than Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Poznan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Basel this time of the year. In the summer, Basel often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Basel gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in July than Poznan. Basel gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBasel 21°C (70°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Basel or Poznan in the Autumn?
Both Poznan and Basel are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Basel in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Basel is a little warmer than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Basel in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Basel usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Basel gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Basel usually receives more rain than Poznan. Basel gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBasel 13°C (56°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Basel or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Basel during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Basel for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Poznan can be very cold. Basel can be very cold during winter. In January, Basel is generally much warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 3°C (37°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Basel often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Basel gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Basel gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBasel 3°C (37°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Basel or Poznan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Basel and Poznan. The spring months attract visitors to Basel because of the natural beauty.
Basel is a little warmer than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Basel usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during spring. Basel gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Basel usually receives more rain than Poznan. Basel gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBasel 12°C (53°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Basel
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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