Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Pecs?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pecs or Poznan?
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 Pecs and Poznan. 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: Pecs or Poznan?
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
Poznan
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 Tours for Seniors to Hungary, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPecs $80Poznan $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Pecs is $80, 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 Pecs and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPecs $37Poznan $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPecs $74Poznan $34
Compare Hotels in Pecs and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Pecs or Poznan? 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: Pecs Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pecs $17Poznan $4.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
- Pécs - Budapest Transfer: $149
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Pecs or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Pecs 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 dayPecs $29Poznan $11
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two$24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pecs $17Poznan $4.79
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mineral Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- Poznań: The Birthplace of Poland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- The Birthplace of Poland: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Poznań: $5.00
- Poznan's Cultural Struggles: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Poznań Experience 2-Hours Guided Walking Tour: $41
- The Best of Poznan 4 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: $46
- Poznań: Highlights Tour with a local guide: $59
- Poznań Half-day Tour: $79
- Romantic tour in Poznan: $80
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPecs $8.30Poznan $3.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pecs and Poznan, we can see that Pecs 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 Pecs would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pecs 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 Pecs Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pecs or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Pecs 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.
When is the best time to visit Pecs or Poznan?
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 Pecs or Poznan in the Summer?
Both Poznan and Pecs during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Pecs is generally a little warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Pecs average around 22°C (71°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 Pecs. In the summer, Pecs often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Pecs gets 302 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Pecs usually gets less rain in July than Poznan. Pecs gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPecs 22°C (71°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Pecs or Poznan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pecs and Poznan.
Pecs is a little warmer than Poznan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pecs averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Poznan fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Pecs usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Pecs gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pecs usually receives around the same amount of rain as Poznan. Pecs gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPecs 13°C (56°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Pecs or Poznan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pecs as well as Poznan.
Poznan can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Pecs. In the winter, Pecs is much warmer than Poznan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pecs in January average around 0°C (32°F), and Poznan averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Pecs often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Pecs gets 72 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Pecs usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Pecs gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPecs 0°C (32°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Pecs or Poznan in the Spring?
Both Poznan and Pecs are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Pecs is generally a little warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Pecs average around 12°C (54°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Pecs usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during spring. Pecs gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pecs usually receives more rain than Poznan. Pecs gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPecs 12°C (54°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Pecs
| Pecs | Poznan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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