Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Lucerne?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lucerne or Mostar?
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 Lucerne and Mostar. 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: Lucerne or Mostar?
Lucerne
Lucerne is a relatively small city in the center of Switzerland. It is located across the lake from Altdorf and it has a thriving tourism industry. It's close proximity to many of the major sights in the country make it a great base for exploration. Many people use it as a jumping off point for exploring Mount Rigi and the Rutli Meadow.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Switzerland, The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLucerne $214Mostar $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Lucerne is $214, while the average daily cost in Mostar is $70. 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 Lucerne and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLucerne $137Mostar $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLucerne $274Mostar $72
Compare Hotels in Lucerne and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Lucerne or Mostar? 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: Lucerne Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lucerne $13Mostar $8.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucerne
Also for Lucerne, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bad Ragaz Resorts to Zurich Airport ZRH - Departure Transfer: $126
- Private Transfer from Lucerne to Zurich English Speaking Driver: $134
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bad Ragaz Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $251
- From Canyoning in Interlaken w/ Return Transfer: $257
- Rafting in Interlaken with Return Transfer from Lucerne: $257
- Private Transfer from Lucerne to Zurich Airport: $284
- Lucerne City to Zurich City One-Way Private Transfer : $300
- Private transfer from Zurich airport to Lucerne: $547
- LAUTERBRUNNEN Private Transfer from Zurich Airport: $722
- INTERLAKEN Private Transfer from Zurich Airport: $744
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Lucerne or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Lucerne 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 dayLucerne $62Mostar $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lucerne
For Lucerne, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Swiss Alps: Traditional Swiss Fondue Cooking Class: $82
- Lake Candlelight Dinner Cruise: $141
- From Zurich: 2-Day Mt.Titlis including 4-course dinner: $547
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lucerne $34Mostar $9.37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lucerne
For Lucerne, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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1 Day Bicycle Rental$34
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The Swiss Transport Museum Entrance Fee$35
Tours and Activities in Lucerne
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lucerne.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Revealing Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $5.47
- Smartphone walking tour - cool Lucerne old town: $5.47
- Walking Tour - Around the Old Town Lucerne: $5.60
- The Lives and Legends of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Lucerne Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.42
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Revealing Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $11
- Porrentruy Secret Tour: $13
- Scavenger Hunt and Self-guided Walking Tour: $15
- Swiss Chocolate Adventure Experience: $20
- Guided Walking Tour with an Official Guide: $27
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLucerne $22Mostar $3.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucerne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucerne:
- 3 Hour Unique Wine Tour - Half Day in Swiss Alps: $166
- Lake Lucerne Region Wine Tasting: $273
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)$6.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lucerne and Mostar, we can see that Lucerne is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Lucerne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lucerne than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lucerne Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lucerne or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 83% larger than the population of Lucerne. When comparing the sizes of Lucerne and Mostar, 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 Lucerne or Mostar?
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 Lucerne or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Lucerne during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Lucerne for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Lucerne is cooler than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Lucerne averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lucerne. In the summer, Lucerne often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Lucerne gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Lucerne usually gets more rain in July than Mostar. Lucerne gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLucerne 21°C (70°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Lucerne or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lucerne and Mostar. Many visitors come to Lucerne in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Lucerne is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lucerne in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
Lucerne usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Lucerne gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Lucerne usually receives less rain than Mostar. Lucerne gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLucerne 13°C (56°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Lucerne or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lucerne as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Lucerne for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Lucerne can be very cold during winter. In January, Lucerne is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Lucerne average around 3°C (37°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Lucerne often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Lucerne gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Lucerne usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Lucerne gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLucerne 3°C (37°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Lucerne or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Lucerne are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Lucerne because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Lucerne is cooler than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Lucerne averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Lucerne usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during spring. Lucerne gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Lucerne usually receives less rain than Mostar. Lucerne gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLucerne 12°C (53°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Lucerne
| Lucerne | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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