Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Kaunas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kaunas or Poznan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kaunas and Poznan. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kaunas or Poznan?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €95Poznan €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €95, while the average daily cost in Poznan is €33. 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 Kaunas and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Poznan €16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Poznan €32
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Poznan? 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17Poznan €3.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- Departure Private Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by Minivan: $56
- Private Kaunas Airport to City Transfer: $48
- Private Transfer from Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by car: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €37Poznan €9.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Poznan €4.48
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $55
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $86
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $170
- Kaunas Private Walking Tour: $84
- Kaunas Private Walking Tour: $374
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $86
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $170
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $109
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $144
- 2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour: $191
- Kayak Tour in Nemunas: $185
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $76
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- Poznań: The Birthplace of Poland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- The Birthplace of Poland: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Poznań: $5.00
- Poznan's Cultural Struggles: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Poznań Experience 2-Hours Guided Walking Tour: $41
- The Best of Poznan 4 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: $46
- Poznań: Highlights Tour with a local guide: $59
- Poznań Half-day Tour: $79
- Romantic tour in Poznan: $80
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Poznan €2.99
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Poznan, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas than you might in Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Poznan, 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 Kaunas or Poznan?
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 Kaunas or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Poznan. The summer months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Kaunas is generally around the same temperature as Poznan. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 18°C (64°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Poznan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kaunas this time of the year. In the summer, Kaunas often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in July than Poznan. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Poznan in the Autumn?
Both Poznan and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.
Kaunas is cooler than Poznan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Poznan fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Kaunas usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during autumn. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Poznan. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Kaunas during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Kaunas for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Poznan can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Kaunas. In the winter, Kaunas is much colder than Poznan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kaunas in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Poznan averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Kaunas often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Poznan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Poznan. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the spring for the activities around the city.
In April, Kaunas is generally cooler than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 7°C (44°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Kaunas usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during spring. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Poznan. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Kaunas
| Kaunas | Poznan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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