Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Kosice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Kosice and Gothenburg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kosice is €137, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is €91. 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 Kosice and Gothenburg in more detail.
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Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Kosice 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.
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kosice and Gothenburg, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Kosice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kosice than you might in Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kosice. When comparing the sizes of Kosice and Gothenburg, 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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kosice and Gothenburg.
In July, Kosice is generally a little warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around 21°C (69°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gothenburg this time of the year. In Kosice, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kosice usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during summer. Kosice gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kosice usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Kosice gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Kosice as well as Gothenburg.
Kosice is a little warmer than Gothenburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the autumn, Kosice often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Kosice gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets less rain in October than Gothenburg. Kosice gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Gothenburg and Kosice are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Gothenburg. It's quite cold in Kosice in the winter. In the winter, Kosice is cooler than Gothenburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kosice in January average around -2°C (28°F), and Gothenburg averages at about -2°C (29°F).
Kosice usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during winter. Kosice gets 59 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kosice usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Kosice gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Gothenburg and Kosice during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Kosice is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around 11°C (52°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the spring, Kosice often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg. Kosice gets 191 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Gothenburg. Kosice gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Kosice | Gothenburg | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |