Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Caen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Caen or A Coruna?
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 Caen and A Coruna. 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: Caen or A Coruna?
Caen
Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCaen €123A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Caen is €123, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €89. 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 Caen and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCaen €61A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCaen €122A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Caen and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Caen or A Coruna? 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: Caen Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Caen €35A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caen
Also for Caen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Round-Trip from Caen Airport (CFR) to Caen: $63
- Caen to Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) - Departure Private Transfer: $32
- Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Caen - Arrival Private Transfer: $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Caen or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Caen 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 dayCaen €40A Coruna €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Caen €19A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Caen
For Caen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Caen Like a Local: Customized Guided Walking Tour: $51
- Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum Ticket: $127
- Memorial Museum Entrance Ticket: $21
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $307
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $160
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $59
- D-Day private tour Juno Beach departing Caen with audio guide. 2Pers. minimum: $268
- D-Day private tour Omaha Beach from Caen with audio guide.: $268
- From Caen or Bayeux: Normandy History Private Full-Day Tour: $1,283
- Guided Tour in an Old Convertible Car on the Côte de Nacre: $93
- Guided Tour of the Landing Sites and the Memorial of Caen: $191
- Mémorial de Caen Museum Admission and Guided Tour of D-Day Sites: $133
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules€3.00
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Private City Tour of A Coruña - Shore Excursion : $237
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCaen €17A Coruna €13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Caen and A Coruna, we can see that Caen is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 Caen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Caen than you might in A Coruna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caen Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Caen or A Coruna?
A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Caen. When comparing the sizes of Caen and A Coruna, 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 Caen or A Coruna?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Caen or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Caen are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Caen because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Caen is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the summer. The daily temperature in Caen averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in A Coruna. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caen. Caen usually receives less sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Caen gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Caen usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Caen gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCaen 18°C (64°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Caen or A Coruna in the Autumn?
Both A Coruna and Caen during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions are the main draw to Caen this time of year.
In the autumn, Caen is cooler than A Coruna. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Caen in October average around 12°C (54°F), and A Coruna averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Caen often gets less sunshine than A Coruna. Caen gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.
A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Caen usually gets less rain in October than A Coruna. Caen gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCaen 12°C (54°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Caen or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Caen and A Coruna. Many travelers come to Caen for the museums and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Caen. In January, Caen is generally much colder than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Caen average around 5°C (41°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Caen usually receives less sunshine than A Coruna during winter. Caen gets 70 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Caen usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Caen gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCaen 5°C (41°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Caen or A Coruna in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Caen as well as A Coruna. Many visitors come to Caen in the spring for the activities around the city.
Caen is cooler than A Coruna in the spring. The daily temperature in Caen averages around 9°C (49°F) in April, and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Caen often gets around the same amount of sunshine as A Coruna. Caen gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.
Caen usually gets less rain in April than A Coruna. Caen gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCaen 9°C (49°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Caen
| Caen | A Coruna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.