Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Santander?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Santander or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Santander and Mostar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Santander or Mostar?
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
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 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, 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 daySantander €108Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Santander is €108, 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 Santander and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantander €51Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantander €102Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Santander and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Santander 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: Santander Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santander €24Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $35
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $41
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $43
- Santander Private Transfer from Santander Airport to City centre: $43
- Private Transfer from Santander Port to Bilbao Airport: $251
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $251
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $251
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:
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Santander or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Santander 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 daySantander €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.Santander €18Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $14
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $22
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $26
- From Potes, Santillana and Altamira Day Tour: $42
- Full Day Tour Lakes of Covadonga and Santillana from Santander: $46
- Guided Tour by Electric Bike: $53
- Full Day Self Guided Tour in Santillana del Mar and Comillas: $54
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $64
- Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip: $70
- Tour to the Towns of the Western Coast of Cantabria: $78
- Picos, Santo Toribio Monastery and Potes Day Tour: $82
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 daySantander €14Mostar €3.47
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 Santander and Mostar, we can see that Santander 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 Santander would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santander 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 Santander Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santander or Mostar?
Santander has a larger population, and is about 75% larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Santander 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 Santander 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 Santander or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Santander and Mostar.
Santander is cooler than Mostar in the summer. The daily temperature in Santander averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In Santander, it's very sunny this time of the year. Santander usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during summer. Santander gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Santander usually receives around the same amount of rain as Mostar. Santander gets 50 mm (2 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 JulySantander 19°C (66°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Santander or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Santander as well as Mostar.
In the autumn, Santander is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Santander in October average around 16°C (60°F), and Mostar averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Santander often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Santander gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Santander receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Santander usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Santander gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSantander 16°C (60°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Santander or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Santander are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In January, Santander is generally much warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Santander average around 9°C (49°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Santander usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during winter. Santander gets 91 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. It's quite rainy in Santander. In January, Santander usually receives around the same amount of rain as Mostar. Santander gets 149 mm (5.9 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 JanuarySantander 9°C (49°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Santander or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Santander during the spring are popular places to visit.
Santander is cooler than Mostar in the spring. The daily temperature in Santander averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Santander often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Santander gets 148 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 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 Santander. Santander usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Mostar. Santander gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSantander 12°C (53°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Santander
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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