Which place is cheaper, Timisoara / Temesvar 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 Timisoara / Temesvar, 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).
A very cosmopolitan city, Timisoara has become the main social, economic, and cultural center in western Romania. It is sometimes called little Vienna due to its impressive architecture from the Austria Empire era and abundance of museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Romania, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania.
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 Timisoara / Temesvar is $60. 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 Timisoara / Temesvar in more detail.
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Also for Ephesus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Timisoara / Temesvar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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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:
For Timisoara / Temesvar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Timisoara / Temesvar.
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 Timisoara / Temesvar, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Timisoara / Temesvar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Timisoara / Temesvar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Timisoara / Temesvar 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 Timisoara / Temesvar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Timisoara / Temesvar Expensive?.
Timisoara / Temesvar has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Timisoara / Temesvar, 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 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.
Both Timisoara / Temesvar and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Timisoara / Temesvar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar averages at about 22°C (71°F).
It's quite sunny in Timisoara / Temesvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 301 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Timisoara / Temesvar. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Timisoara / Temesvar and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Timisoara / Temesvar. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 177 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in October than Timisoara / Temesvar. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Timisoara / Temesvar.
It's quite cold in Timisoara / Temesvar in the winter. Ephesus is much warmer than Timisoara / Temesvar in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Timisoara / Temesvar fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Timisoara / Temesvar. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Timisoara / Temesvar.
In the spring, Ephesus is a little warmer than Timisoara / Temesvar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar averages at about 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 186 hours of full sun.
Ephesus usually gets less rain in April than Timisoara / Temesvar. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Ephesus | Timisoara / Temesvar | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |