A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kosice vs. Murren for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kosice or Murren?

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 Kosice and Murren can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kosice or Murren?

Kosice

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.

Murren

Murren (or Muerren) is a fairly expensive destination, as it's a small town in a very popular area for travelers in the Jungfrau region of Switzerland. The town sits up on the side of the mountain above the Lauterbrunnen Valley, and is mostly car free. Getting here involves a ride on a gondola and cog-rail. The main activities in Murren are skiing in winter and outdoor activities in the summer, all of which tend to be a bit pricey. However, the price is well warranted according to most visitors, as the mountain scenery is top notch, the food is excellent, and the activities are world-class.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, The Best Luxury Tours to Switzerland, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Switzerland.


Which place is cheaper, Murren or Kosice?

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 Murren is €381. 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 Murren in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kosice 73
    Murren 203
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kosice 146
    Murren 406
Compare Hotels in Kosice and Murren

Looking for a hotel in Kosice or Murren? 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.

Hotels in Kosice


Hotels in Murren


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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: Kosice Hotel Prices and Murren Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kosice 29
    Murren 47

Is it cheaper to fly into Kosice or Murren?

Prices for flights to both Murren 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.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Kosice 42
    Murren 141

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Murren

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Murren.

  • Sunset hike with outdoor Cheese Fondue dinner: $167

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kosice 24
    Murren 56

Tours and Activities in Murren

Here are a few actual costs in Murren for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Speedriding Tandem Experience in Switzerland: $279
  • Sledding adventure with Chocolate degustation: $129
  • Swiss countryside tour in free-cars town: $123

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kosice 23
    Murren 18


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kosice and Murren, we can see that Murren is more expensive. And not only is Kosice much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kosice would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kosice 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 Murren would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Murren than you might in Kosice.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Murren Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Kosice or Murren?

Kosice has a larger population, and is about 530 times larger than the population of Murren. When comparing the sizes of Kosice and Murren, 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.