Which place is cheaper, Pecs 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 Pecs 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.
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Hungary, and The Best Historical Tours in Hungary.
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 Pecs is €73. 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 Pecs in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kosice and Pecs, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Kosice has a larger population, and is about 51% larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Kosice and Pecs, 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 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.
The summer brings many poeple to Kosice as well as Pecs.
In July, Kosice is generally around the same temperature as Pecs. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around 21°C (69°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pecs. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kosice this time of the year. In the summer, Kosice often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Kosice gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets more rain in July than Pecs. Kosice gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Pecs and Kosice are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Kosice is cooler than Pecs in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Kosice usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Kosice gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kosice usually receives more rain than Pecs. Kosice gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Pecs and Kosice during the winter are popular places to visit.
It's quite cold in Pecs in the winter. The weather in Kosice can be very cold. In the winter, Kosice is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kosice in January average around -2°C (28°F), and Pecs averages at about 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Kosice often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Kosice gets 59 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets less rain in January than Pecs. Kosice gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kosice and Pecs.
In April, Kosice is generally around the same temperature as Pecs. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around 11°C (52°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Kosice usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pecs during spring. Kosice gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kosice usually receives less rain than Pecs. Kosice gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Kosice | Pecs | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |