Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Podgorica?
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 Moscow and Podgorica. 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: Moscow or Podgorica?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $62Podgorica $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $114. 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 Moscow and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Podgorica $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Podgorica $100
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Podgorica? 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: Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.06Podgorica $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Sidomulyo Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kedungsari: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Delima: $43
- Private Transfer from Kota Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Harjosari: $43
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Cinta Raja: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- VAN Private transfers from Airport Podgorica and city to Budva: $120
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $251
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $108
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
- Private transfer from Podgorica to Ostrog monastery (minivan): $117
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Ulcinj : $107
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Podgorica $44
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Podgorica $22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $333
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $195
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $240
- Bay of Kotor hiking experience - Montenegro Travel Club private tour: $185
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $156
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Montenegro Tour: $99
- Book Your Sunset in Budva Tour : $93
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $279
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Podgorica $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $77
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
- Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Podgorica would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Podgorica than you might in Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Podgorica?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and Podgorica, 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 Moscow or Podgorica?
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 Moscow or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Podgorica.
Moscow is cooler than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
Moscow usually gets more rain in July than Podgorica. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Moscow is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Moscow in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In October, Moscow usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Moscow during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Moscow can be very cold. In January, Moscow is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around -8°C (17°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Moscow usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Podgorica.
Moscow is much colder than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Moscow usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Moscow
| Moscow | Podgorica | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.