Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Pecs, 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.
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).
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 Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.
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 Pecs is $80. 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 Pecs in more detail.
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Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
For Ephesus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Pecs, we can see that Ephesus 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 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 Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Pecs has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Pecs.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pecs. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Pecs. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Pecs. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Pecs and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Pecs. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Pecs and Ephesus during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Pecs can be very cold. Ephesus is much warmer than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Pecs. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Pecs. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Pecs.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Pecs during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Pecs. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Ephesus | Pecs | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |