Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Interlaken?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Interlaken or Gdansk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Interlaken and Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Interlaken or Gdansk?
Interlaken
Interlaken is a small city that is located in the Bernese Highlands Region of central Switzerland. It sits pleasantly between two Alpine Lakes, Brienzersee and Thunersee. This scenic setting and its easy accessibility make it a popular base camp for travel into the Bernese Oberland Alps. It has become a top tourist destination in Switzerland and it is also a hub for outdoor sports enthusiasts with plenty of hiking, skiing, paragliding, and other activities in the region.. Interlaken is a great hoping off point to explore many of the nearby mountains, lakes, and valleys, too. It offers easy transportation to most major Swiss cities by train or car.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Geneva, The Best 10-Day Tours from Zurich, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayInterlaken $231Gdansk $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Interlaken is $231, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is $54. 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 Interlaken and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personInterlaken $133Gdansk $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomInterlaken $266Gdansk $54
Compare Hotels in Interlaken and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Interlaken or Gdansk? 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: Interlaken Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Interlaken $13Gdansk $8.53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Interlaken
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Interlaken are as follows:
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Cable Cars (for 2)$66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Interlaken
Also for Interlaken, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Lucerne: $284
- Transfer from/to Hotel - Airport: $160
- Private Group transfer Zurich Airport - Interlaken: $1,312
- Private Transfer from Interlaken to Zurich: $240
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
- VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
- VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
- Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
- Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Interlaken or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Interlaken 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 dayInterlaken $64Gdansk $20
Typical Food Prices in Interlaken
For Interlaken, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Tea at Interlaken$33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Interlaken
For Interlaken, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fondue Cooking Class and Cheese Workshop in Switzerland: $143
- Cheese and Chocolate Full-Day Food Tour: $733
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Interlaken $104Gdansk $8.13
Tours and Activities in Interlaken
For Interlaken, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Interlaken Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $15
- Interlaken Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $16
- Hofstetten bei Brienz: Trauffer Erlebniswelt Ticket: $16
- Private Lake Thun and Lake Brienz Express Tour from Interlaken: $29
- Funicular Ticket to Harder Kulm: $42
- Rope Park Climbing Adventure with Entry Ticket: $46
- Funicular Ticket from Interlaken to Harder: $86
- Bollywood Tour Gstaad - Express Tour: $90
- Funicular Ticket from Interlaken to Harder (Top of Interlaken): $102
- Interlaken Valley Bike Tour: Rivers, Lakes & Forests: $108
- Bike Tour of the Interlaken Valley: Rivers, Lakes & Forests: $111
- Waterfalls Day Tour: $119
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
- 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
- A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
- Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
- Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
- Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
- City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
- Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
- Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
- Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayInterlaken $17Gdansk $4.74
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Interlaken and Gdansk, we can see that Interlaken is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Interlaken would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Interlaken than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Interlaken Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Interlaken or Gdansk?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Interlaken. When comparing the sizes of Interlaken and Gdansk, 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 Interlaken or Gdansk?
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 Interlaken or Gdansk in the Summer?
Both Gdansk and Interlaken during the summer are popular places to visit. The hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Interlaken this time of year.
In July, Interlaken is generally a little warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Interlaken average around 21°C (70°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Gdansk, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Interlaken. In the summer, Interlaken often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Interlaken gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.
Interlaken usually gets more rain in July than Gdansk. Interlaken gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyInterlaken 21°C (70°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Interlaken or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Interlaken and Gdansk. Many travelers come to Interlaken for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
Interlaken is much warmer than Gdansk in the autumn. The daily temperature in Interlaken averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Interlaken usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Interlaken gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Interlaken usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Interlaken gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberInterlaken 13°C (56°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Interlaken or Gdansk in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Interlaken as well as Gdansk. Many visitors come to Interlaken in the winter for the skiing and the cuisine.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Interlaken can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Interlaken is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the winter temperatures in Interlaken in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Gdansk averages at about -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Interlaken often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Interlaken gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.
Interlaken usually gets more rain in January than Gdansk. Interlaken gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryInterlaken 3°C (37°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Interlaken or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Interlaken are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Interlaken for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Interlaken is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Interlaken average around 12°C (53°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Interlaken usually receives less sunshine than Gdansk during spring. Interlaken gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Interlaken usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Interlaken gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilInterlaken 12°C (53°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Interlaken
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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