Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Lulea?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Lulea and Gdansk can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Lulea is in northern Sweden, in Norrbotten. It's a mid sized city with about 70,000 residents. It also has a technical university, the Lulea University of Technology, which was created in 1971. The city of Lulea is located at the mouth of Lule River on the Gulf of Bothnia. The city's economy is focused on research, education, trade and services. The university's educational programs appeal to new businesses that range from local companies to multinational corporations. There is also a prominant IT sector in the city.
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, The Best Adventure Tours to Sweden, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Lulea is $105, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is $54. 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 Lulea and Gdansk in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lulea and Gdansk, we can see that Lulea is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Lulea would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lulea than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lulea Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Lulea. When comparing the sizes of Lulea and Gdansk, 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.
Both Gdansk and Lulea are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Lulea is around the same temperature as Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Lulea averages around 15°C (60°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Gdansk. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lulea. Lulea usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during summer. Lulea gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lulea usually receives less rain than Gdansk. Lulea gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Gdansk and Lulea during the autumn are popular places to visit.
The weather in Lulea can be very cold. In the autumn, Lulea is much colder than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lulea in October average around 2°C (36°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Lulea often gets less sunshine than Gdansk. Lulea gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
Lulea usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Lulea gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Lulea and Gdansk.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Gdansk. It's quite cold in Lulea in the winter. In January, Lulea is generally much colder than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Lulea average around -12°C (10°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Lulea usually receives less sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Lulea gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Lulea usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Lulea gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Lulea as well as Gdansk.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Lulea. Lulea is much colder than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Lulea averages around -1°C (31°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Lulea often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Lulea gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Lulea usually gets less rain in April than Gdansk. Lulea gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Lulea | Gdansk | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |