Which place is cheaper, Trieste or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Trieste?
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 Trieste. 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 Trieste?
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.
Trieste
Located on the northeast Italian coast next to the Adriatic Sea, Trieste is a city characterized by its European charm, ancient architecture, and striking sea views. Its art, music, history, and culture also take some influence from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, boasting many Slavic traditions and empire-era architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Italy, and The Best Contiki Tours to Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $62Trieste $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Trieste is $108. 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 Trieste in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Trieste $59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Trieste $118
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Trieste
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Trieste? 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: Trieste Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.06Trieste $19
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 Umban Sari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $50
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tanah Datar to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Talang Jambe to Palembang Airport (PLM): $93
- Private Transfer from Sukajadi to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Sri Meranti to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $64
- Private Transfer from Solok to Padang Airport (PDG): $134
- Private Transfer from Singkarak to Padang Airport (PDG): $168
- Private Transfer from Rangkiang Luluih to Padang Airport (PDG): $168
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru City to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Umban Sari: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Trieste
Also for Trieste, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Venice Airport(VCE):1-Way Transfer to Trieste or Cruise Port: $706
- Rome & Cruise Port Roundtrip Private Transfer: $5,067
- Cruise Port to Milan Roundtrip Private Transfer: $4,014
- Trieste or port to Murano + water taxi - Arrival Private Transfer: $219
- Trieste or Port to Burano Water Taxi Arrival Private Transfer: $164
- Trieste or Cruise Port to Venice, piazzale Roma Arrival Transfer: $120
- Trieste or Cruise Port to Venice with Water Taxi Arrival Transfer: $159
- Trieste or Cruise Port to Venice Airport Departure Transfer: $120
- Trieste city to Venice Airport (VCE) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Trieste city or Cruise Port to Venice, piazzale Roma -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $218
- Trieste city or Cruise Port to Venice+water taxi Arrival Transfer: $145
- Trieste Port or City: 1-Way Transfer to Venice + water taxi: $1,027
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Trieste?
Prices for flights to both Trieste 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 $14Trieste $33
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Trieste
For Trieste, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cesarine: Small group Street food tour in Trieste: $97
- Dining experience at a local's home in Trieste with show cooking: $115
- Istria - Truffles: Hunting & Cooking & Tasting, Slovenia: $141
- Trieste Private Home Cooking Class: $155
- Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Trieste: $158
- Private Mediterranean Fish Cooking Workshop with Irena: $180
- 5-Course Food Tour with Electric Bikes: $235
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Trieste $23
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 Trieste
For Trieste, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The best of Izola walking tour: $98
- 60-minute Small Group Guided Walking Tour in Piran: $22
- Amazing Private Tour Postojna and Predjama from Portoroz: $192
- Deluxe Venice Shore Excursion from Trieste Cruise Port: $96
- E-bike Vipava River Tour : $164
- EXPRESS LITERATURE Trieste Letteraria: Guided walking tour and readings: $74
- Experience Trieste: $164
- Explore highlights of Trieste on a private 3-hour walking tour: $299
- Flavours of Istria Tasting Experience from Koper: $125
- Flavours of Istria Tasting Experience from Piran or Portoroz or Izola: $126
- Flavours of Istria Tasting Experience from Trieste: $133
- Food & Wine -> Gourmet tour in Piran: $131
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Trieste $8.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Trieste
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Trieste:
- Wine Tasting from Istria, Carso and Friuli terroirs: $37
- Trip to Stanjel castle wine tasting and gourmet lunch 4 courses from Piran: $131
- Castles & Wine Tour: $140
- Collio: Cividale Del Friuli and Wine Tastings from Trieste: $148
- Experience Slovenian Coast line with Wine Tasting from Trieste: $164
- Koper & Wine tasting: $186
- Wine Tour on the Coast: $268
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Trieste, we can see that Trieste 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 Trieste would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Trieste 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 Trieste Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Trieste?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Trieste. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and Trieste, 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 Trieste?
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.
Should I visit Moscow or Trieste in the Summer?
Both Trieste and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Trieste because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Moscow is generally cooler than Trieste. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 19°C (67°F), and Trieste fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In July, Moscow usually receives more rain than Trieste. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Trieste 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Trieste in the Autumn?
Both Trieste and Moscow during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Trieste this time of year.
Moscow is much colder than Trieste in the autumn. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Trieste fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in October than Trieste. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Trieste 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Trieste in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Trieste. Furthermore, many travelers come to Trieste for the museums and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Moscow in the winter. In the winter, Moscow is much colder than Trieste. Typically, the winter temperatures in Moscow in January average around -8°C (17°F), and Trieste averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In January, Moscow usually receives less rain than Trieste. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Trieste 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Trieste in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Trieste. Additionally, many visitors come to Trieste in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Moscow is generally much colder than Trieste. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 7°C (45°F), and Trieste fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in April than Trieste. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Trieste 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Trieste and Moscow
| Moscow | Trieste | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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