A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ephesus vs. A Coruna for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ephesus or A Coruna?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or A Coruna, 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: Ephesus or A Coruna?

Ephesus

The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).

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.

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Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Ephesus?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is $95. 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 Ephesus and A Coruna in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ephesus $70
    A Coruna $55
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ephesus $140
    A Coruna $110
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and A Coruna

Looking for a hotel in Ephesus 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.

Hotels in Ephesus


Hotels in A Coruna


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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: Ephesus Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ephesus $51
    A Coruna $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus

Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • VIP Transfer Kusadasi From/To Bodrum Airport: $128
  • Transfer izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Davutlar: $98
  • Scuba Diving Experience in Kusadasi with Instructor and Transfer: $60
  • Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
  • Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
  • Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
  • Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $120
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $22
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi hotels to Kusadasi Cruise Port: $24
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi hotels: $24
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Kusadasi Hotels: $22
  • Private Transfer from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Izmir Airport (ADB): $58

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 Ephesus or A Coruna?

Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Ephesus 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
    Ephesus $33
    A Coruna $30
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:


  • Sandwiches
    $0.15
  • Dessert
    $0.17
  • Lunch at Beach (for 2)
    $0.59
  • Snacks
    $0.25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus

For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
  • Ephesus Tour with Cooking Class in the Village: $149
  • Taste of Traditional Turkish Cuisine | Small Group Kusadasi Food Tour: $211
  • Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $228

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ephesus $59
    A Coruna $10

Tours and Activities in Ephesus

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

  • Ephesus Half Day Small Group Tour: $40
  • Ephesus Shared Tour from Kuşadası Port: $130
  • Ephesus Tour With Small Group From Kusadasi: $76
  • Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $44
  • Ephesus small groups Tour For Cruisers (skip the line): $100
  • Ephesus tours Sirince Village from Kusadasi Port with lunch: $63
  • Ephesus tours and Virgin Mary's House Temple Artemis tours : $67
  • Private Tour Ephesus for Cruise Guests : $250
  • Private Tour to Ephesus, Virgin Mary, and Artemis Temple From Cruise Ship/Hotel: $120
  • Small Group Pamukkale Day Tour from Selcuk or Kusadası : $93
  • "Ephesus Tours" Port Kusadasi lunch guide bus shopping Caravanserai artemis : $58
  • "No Better Way to Explore History - Affordable Ephesus Tour": $30

Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Tower of Hercules
    $3.21

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ephesus $15
    A Coruna $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:


  • Beer
    $0.12

Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus

Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Skip-the-line Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $53
  • Ephesus port tours and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
  • Ephesus&Sirince Village with Wine Tasting Shore Ex: $100
  • Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $100
  • Ancient Ephesus tour with Wine Tasting in the village and visit to Mother's Mary House: $130
  • Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting: $134
  • Virgin Mary Bread and Wine Tour included Lunch: $300


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and A Coruna, we can see that Ephesus 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus 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 Ephesus Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ephesus or A Coruna?

A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus 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 Ephesus 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 Ephesus or A Coruna in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and A Coruna.

In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in A Coruna this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Ephesus 27°C (81°F) 
    A Coruna 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or A Coruna in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as A Coruna.

Ephesus is a little warmer than A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in A Coruna. Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than A Coruna. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Ephesus 19°C (66°F) 
    A Coruna 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or A Coruna in the Winter?

Both A Coruna and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

In the winter, Ephesus is around the same temperature as A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).

Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. It's quite rainy in Ephesus. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Ephesus 10°C (50°F) 
    A Coruna 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or A Coruna in the Spring?

Both A Coruna and Ephesus during the spring are popular places to visit.

In April, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.

Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than A Coruna. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Ephesus 15°C (59°F) 
    A Coruna 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for A Coruna and Ephesus

Ephesus A Coruna
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Mar 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 15°C (59°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
May 19°C (67°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 15°C (58°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 17°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0 in) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0 in) 19°C (67°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 19°C (65°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Nov 14°C (58°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 164 mm (6.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 128 mm (5 in)