Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Pontevedra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pontevedra or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pontevedra or A Coruna, 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: Pontevedra or A Coruna?
Pontevedra
An important port city with a medieval past, Pontevedra sits on the northwestern coast of Spain where the Lerez River opens out into the ocean. It is a part of the Galicia region and is known for its seafood, charming plazas, and old world architecture that include a number of chapels, churches, and cathedrals.
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain, and The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPontevedra €120A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Pontevedra is €120, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is €89. 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 Pontevedra and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPontevedra €61A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPontevedra €122A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Pontevedra and A Coruna
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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: Pontevedra Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pontevedra €23A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Pontevedra or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Pontevedra 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 dayPontevedra €42A Coruna €28
Typical Food Prices in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for 2€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Galician Cooking Class with Chef Instructor: $159
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pontevedra €19A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Pontevedra
For Pontevedra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- NEW!! Private Walking Tour with local guide: $64
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- O Grove Aquarium Experience: $16
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $43
- Walking Tour and Galician Food Tasting: $64
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules€3.00
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Private City Tour of A Coruña - Shore Excursion : $237
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPontevedra €20A Coruna €13
Sample the Local Flavors in Pontevedra
Also in Pontevedra, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Albariño Wine Tasting with Winery Tour: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pontevedra and A Coruna, we can see that Pontevedra is more expensive. And not only is A Coruna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to A Coruna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in A Coruna 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 Pontevedra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pontevedra than you might in A Coruna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pontevedra Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pontevedra or A Coruna?
A Coruna has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Pontevedra. When comparing the sizes of Pontevedra and A Coruna, 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 Pontevedra or A Coruna?
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 Pontevedra or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Pontevedra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Pontevedra is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Pontevedra average around 21°C (70°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in A Coruna. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. Pontevedra usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during summer. Pontevedra gets 299 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pontevedra usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Pontevedra gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPontevedra 21°C (70°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Pontevedra or A Coruna in the Autumn?
Both A Coruna and Pontevedra during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Pontevedra is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pontevedra averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Pontevedra often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Pontevedra gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun.
A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pontevedra. Pontevedra usually gets more rain in October than A Coruna. Pontevedra gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPontevedra 17°C (62°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Pontevedra or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pontevedra and A Coruna.
In the winter, Pontevedra is around the same temperature as A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pontevedra in January average around 10°C (50°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Pontevedra usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as A Coruna during winter. Pontevedra gets 110 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pontevedra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pontevedra usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Pontevedra gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPontevedra 10°C (50°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Pontevedra or A Coruna in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pontevedra as well as A Coruna.
In April, Pontevedra is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Pontevedra average around 13°C (56°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Pontevedra often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Pontevedra gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun.
Pontevedra receives a lot of rain in the spring. Pontevedra usually gets more rain in April than A Coruna. Pontevedra gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPontevedra 13°C (56°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Pontevedra
| Pontevedra | A Coruna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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