Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Bucharest?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bucharest or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Bucharest and Poznan. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Bucharest or Poznan?
Bucharest
Bucharest is the capital and largest city in the country of Romania. With about 2 million residents living in the city and about 2.4 million in the surrounding urban area, it is also one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. As such, it is the economic, industrial and commercial center for the country. As a visitor, you will likely enter Romania by arriving in Bucharest. The city continues to grow and change, and there are ongoing infrastructure projects that continue to modernize the city. It is not uncommon to find historic churches on the same block as modern office buildings and Communist style apartment buildings. There are also many sights around town and the city continues to grow as a trendy and fascinating city.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Romania, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBucharest $137Poznan $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Bucharest is $137, 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 Bucharest and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBucharest $63Poznan $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBucharest $126Poznan $34
Compare Hotels in Bucharest and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Bucharest 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: Bucharest Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bucharest $26Poznan $4.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bucharest
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bucharest:
- Bucharest to Sofia - Private Transfer: $580
- Bucharest to Sofia Private Transfer: $448
- Bucharest to Mihail Kogalniceanu - Private Transfer: $344
- Mihail Kogalniceanu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $344
- Bucharest to Veliko Tarnovo - Private Transfer: $322
- Bucharest to Fetesti - Private Transfer: $322
- Bucharest to Craiova - Private Transfer: $301
- Transfer Bucharest Airport to Brasov: $288
- Bucharest (Romania) to Veliko Tarnavo (Bulgaria) - Private Guided Transfer : $283
- Bucharest to Tulcea - Private Guided Transfer - Driver and Car : $283
- Bucharest to Galati - Driver and Car - Private Guided Transfer : $272
- Bucharest to Constanta or Mamaia Beach - Private Transfer - Car and Driver: $272
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Bucharest or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Bucharest 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 dayBucharest $58Poznan $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bucharest
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bucharest.
- Dinner at the Museum of Communism - Traditional Food Tour: $53
- Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour: $60
- Cooking Class traditional food: $65
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $74
- Unhealthy Food Tour of Bucharest – 4 hours: $75
- Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner: $84
- Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner - 3 hours: $86
- Private Walking Food Tour - Culture, History & Traditions: $98
- Historical and Cultural Tour with Romanian Cuisine dinner: $141
- Cooking Class in Transylvania - Day Tour from Bucharest: $182
- 4-Hour Walking Food Tour in the Old Town: $202
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.Bucharest $15Poznan $4.79
Tours and Activities in Bucharest
Here are a few actual costs in Bucharest for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bears Sanctuary, Dracula's Castle, Brasov Day Trip Private Tour from Bucharest: $249
- Bucharest Panoramic Sightseeing - Private City Tour: $93
- Transylvania Heritage Tour at Peles Bran and Cantacuzino Castles: $93
- 1 Day 4x4 Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $173
- 1 Day ATV Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $207
- 10h Bucharest City Tour & Snagov Monastery (Dracula's Grave): $258
- 14 Days Private Tour in Romania, Moldova & Transnistria: $4,724
- 2 Days Private Tour - The Romanian Caves from Bucharest: $558
- 2 Hour Photoshoot Experience Near Bucharest Architectural Charms: $98
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Bucharest City: $87
- 2-Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov,Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest: $251
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Dracula's Castle, Rasnov Fortress, Peles Castle, Sighisoara and Libearty Brown Bear Sanctuary with Overnight in Brasov: $203
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 dayBucharest $9.17Poznan $3.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Bucharest
Also in Bucharest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Weekend Pub Crawl: $24
- Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $25
- From Romanian Wine Tasting Tour: $26
- Bachelors Party in Custom Bar Crawl: $37
- Private Bar Crawling in Bucharest Old City: $43
- Private Wine Tasting in Bucharest: $43
- Pub Crawl in the Old CIty and Rooftop Hopping in Bucharest: $47
- Romanian Wine Tasting: $49
- Private Romanian Wine Tasting in Urlați: $51
- Bucharest Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide: $57
- Bucharest VIP Bar Crawl in Lipscani 'Old Town': $59
- Bucharest City Tour and Wine Tasting: $84
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 Bucharest and Poznan, we can see that Bucharest 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 Bucharest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bucharest 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 Bucharest Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bucharest or Poznan?
Bucharest has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Poznan. When comparing the sizes of Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest or Poznan in the Summer?
Both Poznan and Bucharest during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Bucharest because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Bucharest is a little warmer than Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Bucharest averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
In Poznan, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bucharest. In the summer, Bucharest often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Bucharest gets 289 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Bucharest usually gets less rain in July than Poznan. Bucharest gets 64 mm (2.5 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 JulyBucharest 23°C (73°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Bucharest or Poznan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bucharest and Poznan. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Bucharest this time of year.
In the autumn, Bucharest is a little warmer than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bucharest in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Bucharest usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Bucharest gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Bucharest usually receives less rain than Poznan. Bucharest gets 32 mm (1.3 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 OctoberBucharest 13°C (55°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Bucharest or Poznan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bucharest as well as Poznan. Many travelers come to Bucharest for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Poznan can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Bucharest. In January, Bucharest is generally a little warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Bucharest average around -1°C (29°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Bucharest often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Bucharest gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Bucharest usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Bucharest gets 40 mm (1.6 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 JanuaryBucharest -1°C (29°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Bucharest or Poznan in the Spring?
Both Poznan and Bucharest are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Bucharest in the spring for the activities around the city.
Bucharest is a little warmer than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Bucharest averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Bucharest usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during spring. Bucharest gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bucharest usually receives more rain than Poznan. Bucharest gets 46 mm (1.8 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 AprilBucharest 12°C (54°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Bucharest
| Bucharest | Poznan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (29°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (44°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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