Which place is cheaper, Timisoara / Temesvar or Nizhny Novgorod?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nizhny Novgorod and Timisoara / Temesvar 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.
Nizhny Novgorod, commonly referred to as simply Nizhny, is the fifth largest city in Russia. It has a population of over 1.2 million and it is the primary economic and cultural center for the Volga region. The city dates back to 1221 and it sits at the intersection of the Volga and Oka Rivers. It became popular with tourists back in 1817 when the Makaryev Monastery Fair was moved to the city. The city continued to grow in popularity and by the middle of the 19th century it was a major trade center for the country. During the Soviet Union times the city became an industrial center as trade connections were abandoned.
A very cosmopolitan city, Timisoara has become the main social, economic, and cultural center in western Romania. It is sometimes called little Vienna due to its impressive architecture from the Austria Empire era and abundance of museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Romania, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Nizhny Novgorod is $30, while the average daily cost in Timisoara / Temesvar is $60. 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 Nizhny Novgorod and Timisoara / Temesvar in more detail.
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For Timisoara / Temesvar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nizhny Novgorod and Timisoara / Temesvar, we can see that Timisoara / Temesvar is more expensive. And not only is Nizhny Novgorod much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nizhny Novgorod would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nizhny Novgorod 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 Timisoara / Temesvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Timisoara / Temesvar than you might in Nizhny Novgorod.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nizhny Novgorod Expensive? and Is Timisoara / Temesvar Expensive?.
Nizhny Novgorod has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Timisoara / Temesvar. When comparing the sizes of Nizhny Novgorod and Timisoara / Temesvar, 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 Timisoara / Temesvar and Nizhny Novgorod are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Nizhny Novgorod is around the same temperature as Timisoara / Temesvar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nizhny Novgorod in July average around 20°C (68°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar averages at about 22°C (71°F).
In July, Nizhny Novgorod usually receives more rain than Timisoara / Temesvar. Nizhny Novgorod gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Timisoara / Temesvar and Nizhny Novgorod during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Nizhny Novgorod is generally much colder than Timisoara / Temesvar. Daily temperatures in Nizhny Novgorod average around 5°C (41°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Nizhny Novgorod usually gets more rain in October than Timisoara / Temesvar. Nizhny Novgorod gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nizhny Novgorod and Timisoara / Temesvar.
The weather in Timisoara / Temesvar can be very cold. Nizhny Novgorod can be very cold during winter. Nizhny Novgorod is much colder than Timisoara / Temesvar in the winter. The daily temperature in Nizhny Novgorod averages around -10°C (13°F) in January, and Timisoara / Temesvar fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
In January, Nizhny Novgorod usually receives around the same amount of rain as Timisoara / Temesvar. Nizhny Novgorod gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Nizhny Novgorod as well as Timisoara / Temesvar.
In the spring, Nizhny Novgorod is much colder than Timisoara / Temesvar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nizhny Novgorod in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Nizhny Novgorod usually gets less rain in April than Timisoara / Temesvar. Nizhny Novgorod gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Nizhny Novgorod | Timisoara / Temesvar | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -10°C (13°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Feb | -8°C (17°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
Mar | -2°C (28°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
May | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Oct | 5°C (41°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | -7°C (19°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |