Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Podgorica?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Podgorica or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Podgorica or Mostar, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Podgorica or Mostar?
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.
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 Montenegro, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro, 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 dayPodgorica €105Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Podgorica is €105, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Podgorica and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPodgorica €46Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPodgorica €92Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Podgorica and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Podgorica 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: Podgorica Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Podgorica €20Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Private transfer to Tivat: $53
- Private transfer to Kotor: $53
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
- Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $68
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87
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)€20
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 Podgorica or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Podgorica 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 dayPodgorica €41Mostar €24
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)€14
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.Podgorica €21Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.17
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
- Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71
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 dayPodgorica €20Mostar €3.47
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
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)€6.14
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 Podgorica and Mostar, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Podgorica Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Podgorica or Mostar?
Podgorica has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Podgorica 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 Podgorica 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 Podgorica or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Podgorica are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Podgorica is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Podgorica average around 26°C (80°F), 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 Podgorica. Podgorica usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during summer. Podgorica gets 341 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Podgorica usually receives less rain than Mostar. Podgorica gets 40 mm (1.6 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 JulyPodgorica 26°C (80°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Podgorica or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Podgorica during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Podgorica is around the same temperature as Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Podgorica averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. In the autumn, Podgorica often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Podgorica gets 203 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. It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. Podgorica usually gets more rain in October than Mostar. Podgorica gets 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPodgorica 17°C (63°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Podgorica or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Podgorica and Mostar.
In the winter, Podgorica is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Podgorica in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Podgorica usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during winter. Podgorica gets 121 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the winter. Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Podgorica usually receives more rain than Mostar. Podgorica gets 192 mm (7.6 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 JanuaryPodgorica 6°C (42°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Podgorica or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Podgorica as well as Mostar.
In April, Podgorica is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Podgorica average around 14°C (58°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Podgorica often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Podgorica gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. Podgorica usually gets more rain in April than Mostar. Podgorica gets 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPodgorica 14°C (58°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Podgorica
| Podgorica | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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