Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Edinburgh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Edinburgh or Pecs?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Edinburgh and Pecs can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Edinburgh or Pecs?
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the moderately sized capital of Scotland. It is a medieval city that has managed to perfect the combination of Georgian architecture and medieval relics with a cosmopolitan population and avant-garde atmosphere. The city's population is quite young, in large part because of the University of Edinburgh. This youthful vibe gives this city a lot of vitality. There's a thriving nightlife, many restaurants, theatres, galleries and museums.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, The Best 10-Day Tours from London, The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEdinburgh £142Pecs £64
The average daily cost (per person) in Edinburgh is £142, while the average daily cost in Pecs is £64. 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 Edinburgh and Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEdinburgh £74Pecs £30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEdinburgh £148Pecs £60
Compare Hotels in Edinburgh and Pecs
Looking for a hotel in Edinburgh or Pecs? 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: Edinburgh Hotel Prices and Pecs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Edinburgh £17Pecs £14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Edinburgh:
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Local Bus£3.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edinburgh
Also for Edinburgh, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer to/from Edinburgh City, St'Andrews etc.: $112
- Airport Transfer: Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Business Car: $129
- Airport Transfer: Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Luxury Van: $153
- Airport Transfer: Edinburgh to Airport EDI by Business Car: $129
- Airport Transfer: Edinburgh to Airport EDI by Luxury Car: $163
- Airport Transfer: Edinburgh to Airport EDI by Luxury Van: $153
- Arrival Transfer Edinburgh Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Minivan: $95
- Central Edinburgh Hotels to Edinburgh Airport Transfers 1-3: $255
- Departure Transfer: Edinburgh to Airport EDI by Business Car: $129
- Edinburgh Accommodation to Edinburgh Airport Departure Transfer: $59
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh Luxury Taxi Transfer: $152
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow - Arrival Private Transfer: $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
- Pécs - Budapest Transfer: $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Edinburgh or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs and Edinburgh 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 dayEdinburgh £39Pecs £23
Typical Food Prices in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast£8.50
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Dinner at Filling Station£10
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Lunch for Two£15
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Sandwich£1.85
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Cheese & bread£7.23
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Thai Restaurant Dinner (for 2)£25
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2 Coffees and Scones£5.80
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Turkish Delight£1.40
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Soup at the Pub£5.90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $31
- Scottish Dinner and Folk Music Experience: $87
- Edinburgh Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $90
- 'Scotland meets Sardinia' - 8-course Dinner in Leith, Edinburgh: $110
- 3-Hour Guided Secret Food Tour: $116
- Edinburgh Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $120
- Edinburgh Food Tour with a Local Foodie Custom & Private: $167
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two£20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Edinburgh £20Pecs £14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Edinburgh's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Show Tickets£32
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Movie Tickets for Two£12
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Donation for Storytellers£6.00
Tours and Activities in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Escape Game and Tour: $3.74
- Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour: $4.36
- Audio Tour Royal Mile: del Castillo hasta "The Tron Kirk": $5.34
- Edinbourgh, Royal mile: walking tour with audio guide: $5.35
- Edinburgh Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $5.56
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- Audio Tour through History of Crime: $7.00
- Edinburgh Royal mile: Self-guided walking tour: $7.19
- Must-See In App Audio Tour: $7.61
- Edinburgh Royal Mile (New Self Guided Tour) : $7.99
- Harry Potter’s A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mineral Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEdinburgh £15Pecs £6.69
Typical Alcohol Prices in Edinburgh
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Edinburgh from other travelers:
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Beer & Wine£14
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Half Pint at Tollbooth Tavern£1.65
Sample the Local Flavors in Edinburgh
Also in Edinburgh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Discounts: $11
- Edinburgh Bar Crawl: 5+ Venues, Free Shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Pub Crawl in Edinburgh: $19
- Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with "Real-Actors": $25
- East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting: $26
- Guided Gin Tasting at 56 North Distillery: $28
- Pickering's Gin Jolly Distillery Tasting Tour: $31
- Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting: $31
- Whisky Tasting and Tales at Summerhall Distillery: $31
- Pub Crawl 7 Bars with 6 Shots: $31
- The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl: $32
- Visit a Working South Loch Gin Distillery: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Edinburgh and Pecs, we can see that Edinburgh is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Edinburgh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Edinburgh than you might in Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Edinburgh Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Edinburgh or Pecs?
Edinburgh has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Edinburgh and Pecs, 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 Edinburgh or Pecs?
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 Edinburgh or Pecs in the Summer?
Both Pecs and Edinburgh during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Edinburgh this time of year.
In the summer, Edinburgh is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Edinburgh in July average around 14°C (58°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).
In Pecs, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Edinburgh often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Edinburgh gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.
Edinburgh usually gets less rain in July than Pecs. Edinburgh gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEdinburgh 14°C (58°F)Pecs 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Edinburgh or Pecs in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Edinburgh and Pecs. Many travelers come to Edinburgh for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Edinburgh is generally cooler than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Edinburgh average around 10°C (49°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Edinburgh usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Edinburgh gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Edinburgh usually receives more rain than Pecs. Edinburgh gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEdinburgh 10°C (49°F)Pecs 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Edinburgh or Pecs in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Edinburgh as well as Pecs. Many visitors come to Edinburgh in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Pecs can be very cold during winter. Edinburgh can get quite cold in the winter. Edinburgh is much warmer than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Edinburgh averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Edinburgh often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Edinburgh gets 48 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.
Edinburgh usually gets more rain in January than Pecs. Edinburgh gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEdinburgh 3°C (38°F)Pecs 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Edinburgh or Pecs in the Spring?
Both Pecs and Edinburgh are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Edinburgh for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Edinburgh is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Edinburgh in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Edinburgh usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during spring. Edinburgh gets 132 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Edinburgh usually receives less rain than Pecs. Edinburgh gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEdinburgh 7°C (45°F)Pecs 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pecs and Edinburgh
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 10°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (58°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 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.