Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Inverness?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Inverness 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 Inverness and Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Inverness or Gdansk?
Inverness
Inverness is the northernmost city in Scotland, often referred to as the "gateway to the Highlands" as roads through Inverness lead to some of the most beautiful places in the Highlands. The city and surrounding area have a centuries old history, ranging from the battle of Culloden in the 1700's to Urquhart Castle that dates back to the 13th century. Inverness is the ideal place to explore Scotland's history and beauty, especially on a walk through the city or along the shore of the Firth. The warmest time of year is from June to September with temperatures usually in the 60's Fahrenheit and lighter rain. The rest of the year tends to be rainy and colder, with temperatures in the 40's Fahrenheit.
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 London, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayInverness £168Gdansk £44
The average daily cost (per person) in Inverness is £168, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is £44. 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 Inverness and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personInverness £91Gdansk £22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomInverness £182Gdansk £44
Compare Hotels in Inverness and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Inverness 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: Inverness Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Inverness £33Gdansk £6.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Inverness
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Inverness:
- Transfers / Tour from , inverness, Edinburgh ,Glasgow ,Aberdeen : $184
- Arrival Private Transfer from Inverness INV to Inverness City by luxury vehicle: $105
- Inverness Airport (INV) to Glenshee Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $66
- Inverness Airport (INV) to Lecht Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $33
- Inverness Airport to Glenshee Ski Resort - Round-Trip Transfer: $131
- Inverness Private Transfer to Aviemore: $229
- Inverness to Edinburgh Direct transfer: $781
- Inverness to Fort William Direct transfer: $374
- Inverness to Glasgow Direct transfer: $781
- Inverness to Isle of Skye Direct transfer: $623
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Elblag: $15
- Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Ostróda: $23
- Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport (GDN) to Gdynia Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Gdynia Cruise Port to Gdansk Airport (GDN): $28
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdansk city: $33
- Private Transfer from Gdansk city to Gdansk (GDN) Airport: $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Sta: $36
- Alle Taxi - Airport Transfer Gdansk: $36
- Gdansk Airport: Private Transfer to Gdansk, Sopot, or Gdynia: $37
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdynia City: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Minivan: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Inverness or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Inverness 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 dayInverness £49Gdansk £17
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.Inverness £44Gdansk £6.55
Tours and Activities in Inverness
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Inverness are as follows:
- City Discovery App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $15
- Inverness City Daily Walking Tour (11:30am, 2pm & 5:30pm): $15
- Guided Walking Tour with a Local: $17
- SEA LIFE Loch Lomond General Admission Ticket: $20
- Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass: $25
- Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views: $27
- Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch: $38
- Glenaladale Cruise - Great for wizard spotting!: $38
- Inverness Bike Tour a 2 hours guided bike tour around the Waterways of Inverness: $39
- Gaskan cruise - Golden Eagles!: $44
- Puffin Tour: $57
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Gdańsk: City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- Gdańsk: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- Discover Gdansk! - €5 Walking Tour: $5.46
- Old Town Highlights Self-guided Tour: $6.31
- Gdańsk: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $6.42
- Gdansk Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Individual Sightseeing Tour with Audio Guide: $7.43
- Gdańsk: Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $14
- Gorgeous Gdansk Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Gdańsk : Catamaran River Cruise (group): $17
- Gdańsk: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayInverness £23Gdansk £3.82
Sample the Local Flavors in Inverness
Also in Inverness, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Invergordon Port Dunrobin Castle, Clynelish Distillery Tour : $203
- Speyside Distillery Tour From Inverness: $1,124
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 Inverness and Gdansk, we can see that Inverness 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 Inverness would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Inverness 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 Inverness Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Inverness or Gdansk?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Inverness. When comparing the sizes of Inverness 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 Inverness or Gdansk?
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 Inverness or Gdansk in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Inverness and Gdansk. The small town charm and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Inverness this time of year.
In the summer, Inverness is cooler than Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Inverness in July average around 14°C (58°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gdansk this time of the year. Inverness usually receives less sunshine than Gdansk during summer. Inverness gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Inverness usually receives less rain than Gdansk. Inverness gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyInverness 14°C (58°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Inverness or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Inverness as well as Gdansk. Many travelers come to Inverness for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.
In October, Inverness is generally a little warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Inverness average around 9°C (49°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Inverness often gets less sunshine than Gdansk. Inverness gets 84 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
Inverness usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Inverness gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberInverness 9°C (49°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Inverness or Gdansk in the Winter?
Both Gdansk and Inverness are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Inverness in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Inverness can get quite cold in the winter. Inverness is much warmer than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Inverness averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Inverness usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Inverness gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Inverness usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Inverness gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryInverness 3°C (38°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Inverness or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Inverness during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Inverness for the small town charm during these months.
In the spring, Inverness is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Inverness in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Inverness often gets less sunshine than Gdansk. Inverness gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Inverness usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Gdansk. Inverness gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilInverness 7°C (44°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Inverness
| Inverness | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (58°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (49°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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