Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Novi Sad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Novi Sad or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Novi Sad and Mostar 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.
Where Should I go: Novi Sad or Mostar?
Novi Sad
Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNovi Sad $20Mostar $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Novi Sad is $20, while the average daily cost in Mostar is $70. 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 Novi Sad and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNovi Sad $11Mostar $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNovi Sad $22Mostar $72
Compare Hotels in Novi Sad and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Novi Sad or Mostar? 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: Novi Sad Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Novi Sad -Mostar $8.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Novi Sad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:
- Belgrade airport transfers: $30
- Airport transfer from/to Novi Sad: $107
- Belgrade to Sarajevo via Novi Sad Private Transfer Tour: $287
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Novi Sad or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Novi Sad 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 dayNovi Sad $8.20Mostar $26
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Novi Sad -Mostar $9.37
Tours and Activities in Novi Sad
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:
- The city center and fortress Private Walking Tour: $29
- Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci shared tour: $64
- Novi Sad city center and Petrovaradin fortress tour: $80
- Fruska Gora and Novi Sad Heritage & Gastro Private Tour: $171
- Private Customized Tour with a car: $209
- Novi Sad Private Walking Tour: $254
- From Belgrade: Novi Sad and Fruska Gora National Park Tour: $321
- City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide: $512
- Private Romantic Tour: $513
- 2-Hour Christmas Walking Tour: $770
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992-1995 Entrance Ticket: $5.94
- Walking tour in Old Town Mostar: $18
- Walking Tour in Old Town Mostar: $20
- Mostar city Tour: $22
- Mostar Walking Tour: Orient in the West: $22
- Mostar in War: Historical Walking Tour: $22
- Street Art Guided Tour in Mostar: $22
- Mostar Private Walking Tour - where East meets West: $32
- Mostar Shelters tour in Mostar: $37
- The Ottoman Experience Tour in Mostar: $37
- The Death of Yugoslavia Tour in Mostar: $38
- Private Half-Day Oriental Tour of Mostar with Food Tasting: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNovi Sad -Mostar $3.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Novi Sad
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:
- From Belgrade: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting: $80
- From Belgrade or Private Wine Tour in Fruska Gora: $185
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)$6.55
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Novi Sad and Mostar, we can see that Mostar is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Mostar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mostar than you might in Novi Sad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Novi Sad Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Novi Sad or Mostar?
Novi Sad has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Novi Sad and Mostar, 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 Novi Sad or Mostar?
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 Novi Sad or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Novi Sad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Novi Sad is cooler than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Novi Sad averages around 22°C (71°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Mostar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Novi Sad. Novi Sad usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during summer. Novi Sad gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Novi Sad usually receives more rain than Mostar. Novi Sad gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNovi Sad 22°C (71°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Novi Sad or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Novi Sad during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Novi Sad is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Novi Sad in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Novi Sad often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Novi Sad gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Novi Sad usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Novi Sad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNovi Sad 13°C (55°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Novi Sad or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Novi Sad and Mostar.
The weather in Novi Sad can be very cold. In January, Novi Sad is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Novi Sad average around -0°C (31°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Novi Sad usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during winter. Novi Sad gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Novi Sad usually receives less rain than Mostar. Novi Sad gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNovi Sad -0°C (31°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Novi Sad or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Novi Sad as well as Mostar.
Novi Sad is cooler than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Novi Sad averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Novi Sad often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Novi Sad gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Novi Sad usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Novi Sad gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNovi Sad 12°C (54°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Novi Sad
| Novi Sad | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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