Which place is cheaper, Torun or Tartu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tartu or Torun?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tartu and Torun 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: Tartu or Torun?
Tartu
Tartu is a university town that is also the second largest city in Estonia. It has a population of about 100,000 and dates back to 1030, making it the oldest city in the country. The Emajogi River passes through town and it has a lovely old town that's pleasant to explore. The city is a great place to see day to day life in Estonia. It is a very real town with people going about their daily lives. If you find yourself here when the weather is nice, you'll be greeted by crowds of happy locals out enjoying the weather. They make full use of the warm, sunny weather with festivals, events, and concerts during the summer. This is easily the most fun and eventful time to visit the city.
Torun
Torun is a city in northern Poland, on the Vistula River. This magnificently walled Gothic town on the Vistula should be high on every traveler's list, possibly as its delights seem low on everyone else's, leaving visitors who make it here to revel unrestricted in its wealth of red-brick buildings, Unesco-listed sites and medieval city defenses, all of which WWII mercifully decided to ignore. Beyond architecture, Torun is also well known as the birthplace of Nicolaus Copernicus. His name is all over town, and you can even buy gingerbread shaped in his image. This other Torun icon - its pierniki (gingerbread) - is famous across Poland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Estonia, The Best Budget Tours to Estonia, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTartu €105Torun €29
The average daily cost (per person) in Tartu is €105, while the average daily cost in Torun is €29. 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 Tartu and Torun in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTartu €47Torun €13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTartu €94Torun €26
Compare Hotels in Tartu and Torun
Looking for a hotel in Tartu or Torun? 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: Tartu Hotel Prices and Torun Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tartu €27Torun €4.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Torun
Also for Torun, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Torun to Gdansk or Airport Gdansk GDN: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Tartu or Torun?
Prices for flights to both Torun and Tartu 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 dayTartu €37Torun €9.10
Typical Food Prices in Tartu
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tartu:
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Danishes€0.76
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Lunch for Two€4.93
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Ice Cream€1.27
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Cookies€0.51
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Coffee & Cake€3.47
Typical Food Prices in Torun
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Torun:
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Ice Cream€0.60
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Gingerbread€0.58
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Sandwich€0.98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Torun
For Torun, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Torun Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Torun Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tartu €16Torun €4.22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tartu
For Tartu, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Art Museum ticket€0.95
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Movie Ticket€3.47
Tours and Activities in Tartu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tartu.
- Around Viljandi bike tour: $27
- Charming Viljandi Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Magical Tartu Romantic Walking Tour: $127
- Spectacular Christmas Walking Tour in Viljandi: $199
- TARTU COUNTRY: SLED DOG TOUR & KENNEL VISIT: $75
- European Capital of Culture 2024 - Cycling Tour: $14
- Traditional Christmas Walking Tour in Tartu: $234
Typical Entertainment Prices in Torun
For Torun, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Gingerbread Cooking Class€2.21
Tours and Activities in Torun
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Torun.
- Magic Christmas tour in Torun: $135
- Discover A Walking Adventure: $81
- From Gdansk: Private Torun Van and Walking Tour: $223
- Private walking city tour in Torun: $238
- Romantic tour in Torun: $81
- Torun Copernicus Trail and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $125
- Torun Copernicus Trail and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $125
- Torun Living Museum of Gingerbread and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $125
- Torun Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $99
- Torun Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $99
- Torun Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $160
- Torun Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTartu €16Torun €4.65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tartu and Torun, we can see that Tartu is more expensive. And not only is Torun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Torun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Torun 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 Tartu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tartu than you might in Torun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tartu Expensive? and Is Torun Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tartu or Torun?
Torun has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tartu. When comparing the sizes of Tartu and Torun, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.