Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varna and Gothenburg 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: Varna or Gothenburg?
Varna
Varna is a coastal city on the Black Sea. It's the third largest city in Bulgaria and many people consider it the summer capital of the country. It's a major tourist destination and it can make for a relaxing escape at the beach if you're in Bulgaria during the summer. It is the only city in Bulgaria that cruises visit, and as such, it's tourist infrastructure has grown. In addition to being a tourist destination, Varna is also a business and university center, seaport, and the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Gothenburg $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $97. 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 Varna and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Gothenburg $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Gothenburg $80
Compare Hotels in Varna and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Gothenburg? 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: Varna Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Gothenburg $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Varna Airport (VAR) to Burgas Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Varna City: $22
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sveti Vlas: $109
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Saints Constantine and Helena: $25
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Obzor: $71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Are Resort to Trondheim Vaernes Airport(TRD) - Departure Transfer: $114
- Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $120
- Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $153
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $95
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $110
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $174
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $174
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Varna 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 dayVarna $23Gothenburg $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Gothenburg $15
Tours and Activities in Varna
Here are a few actual costs in Varna for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Action Aqua Park Entrance Ticket: $25
- Audio Guide for All Varna Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $15
- Bulgaria Day Bike & E-bike Tours - country & sea: $63
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Old Rock Monastery and Old Roman Fortress : $114
- From Hiking and Climbing Day Tour: $74
- From Rock Sanctuaries Hiking Tour: $74
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the North of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour to the South of Varna: $206
- Full-Day Small-Group Tour of Bulgaria by Minivan with Lunch: $87
- GPS & Video guided Tour to The North Coast Of The Black Sea: $183
- Guided Nessebar Sightseeing Tour with Pick Up: $108
- Half Day Private Bicycle Tour in Varna: $29
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $21
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off 24-Hour Sightseeing Boat: $30
- Lilla Bommen: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $31
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $31
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the Savean River: $33
- Guided boat tour to Vinga in Gothenburg: $33
- Archipelago cruise with guide: $36
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Gothenburg $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Varna
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Varna:
- Private Exploration: French Influence in Varna + Walking + Wine tasting tour: $53
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting & Art Gallery Experience in Varna: $53
- Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting: $64
- Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting: $64
- The Ultimate Private Varna Walking, Culture & Wine Tasting Tour: $75
- E-bike & Wine Tour to the Bulgarian Coast: $104
- Varna Gourmet Tour including Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Gothenburg, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Varna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varna 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 Gothenburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gothenburg than you might in Varna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varna Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 61% larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Gothenburg, 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 Varna or Gothenburg?
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 Varna or Gothenburg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Varna as well as Gothenburg.
Varna is a little warmer than Gothenburg in the summer. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gothenburg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Varna this time of the year. In the summer, Varna often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than Gothenburg. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Varna or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
Both Gothenburg and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Varna is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Varna in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 9°C (47°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Varna or Gothenburg in the Winter?
Both Gothenburg and Varna during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Gothenburg can be very cold. Varna can be very cold during winter. In January, Varna is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 3°C (37°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in January than Gothenburg. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Varna or Gothenburg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Gothenburg.
Varna is much warmer than Gothenburg in the spring. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Varna usually receives less sunshine than Gothenburg during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gothenburg. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Varna
| Varna | Gothenburg | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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