Which place is cheaper, Poznan 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 Poznan 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.
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, The Best Adventure Tours to Sweden, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day 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 Poznan is $35. 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 Poznan in more detail.
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Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lulea and Poznan, we can see that Lulea is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lulea Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Lulea. When comparing the sizes of Lulea and Poznan, 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.
Both Poznan and Lulea during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Lulea is generally cooler than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Lulea average around 15°C (60°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
In Poznan, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lulea. In the summer, Lulea often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Lulea gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Lulea usually gets less rain in July than Poznan. Lulea gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lulea and Poznan.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Lulea. Lulea is much colder than Poznan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lulea averages around 2°C (36°F) in October, and Poznan fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Lulea usually receives less sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Lulea gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Lulea usually receives more rain than Poznan. Lulea gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Lulea as well as Poznan.
Poznan can be very cold during winter. Lulea can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Lulea is much colder than Poznan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lulea in January average around -12°C (10°F), and Poznan averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Lulea often gets less sunshine than Poznan. Lulea gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Lulea usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Lulea gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Poznan and Lulea are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Lulea can be very cold during spring. In April, Lulea is generally much colder than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Lulea average around -1°C (31°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Lulea usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during spring. Lulea gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lulea usually receives less rain than Poznan. Lulea gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Lulea | Poznan | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |