Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Varna?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Varna or Poznan?
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 Poznan 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 Poznan?
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.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Bulgaria, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVarna $65Poznan $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Varna is $65, while the average daily cost in Poznan is $35. 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 Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVarna $35Poznan $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVarna $70Poznan $34
Compare Hotels in Varna and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Varna or Poznan? 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 Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varna $9.33Poznan $4.25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varna
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Varna:
- Varna to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $644
- Bucharest to Varna - Private Transfer: $451
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Sofia (SOF) Airport : $300
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sunny Beach: $219
- Private Transfer from Albena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $155
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Sozopol: $155
- Varna Airport - Ravda | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $136
- Private Transfer from Golden Sands to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $131
- Varna Airport - Nessebar | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus, Van Service | Book Now: $131
- Private Transfer from Varna to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $128
- Private Transfer from Saints Constantine and Helena to Burgas (BOJ) Airport: $123
- Private Transfer from Varna (VAR) Airport to Pomorie: $118
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Varna or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan 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 $23Poznan $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Varna $8.55Poznan $4.79
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 Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- Poznań: The Birthplace of Poland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- The Birthplace of Poland: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Poznań: $5.00
- Poznan's Cultural Struggles: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Poznań Experience 2-Hours Guided Walking Tour: $41
- The Best of Poznan 4 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: $46
- Poznań: Highlights Tour with a local guide: $59
- Poznań Half-day Tour: $79
- Romantic tour in Poznan: $80
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVarna $8.52Poznan $3.19
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varna and Poznan, we can see that Varna is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Varna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Varna than you might in Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varna Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varna or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 82% larger than the population of Varna. When comparing the sizes of Varna and Poznan, 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 Poznan?
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 Poznan in the Summer?
Both Poznan and Varna during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Varna is generally a little warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 23°C (73°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
In Poznan, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Varna. In the summer, Varna often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Varna gets 268 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets less rain in July than Poznan. Varna gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVarna 23°C (73°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Varna or Poznan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Varna and Poznan.
Varna is a little warmer than Poznan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Varna averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Poznan fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Varna usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Varna gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Varna usually receives less rain than Poznan. Varna gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVarna 14°C (57°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Varna or Poznan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Varna as well as Poznan.
Poznan can be very cold during winter. Varna can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Varna is much warmer than Poznan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Varna in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Poznan averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Varna often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Varna gets 83 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Varna usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Varna gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVarna 3°C (37°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Varna or Poznan in the Spring?
Both Poznan and Varna are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Varna is generally a little warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Varna average around 11°C (52°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Varna usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during spring. Varna gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Varna usually receives more rain than Poznan. Varna gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVarna 11°C (52°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Varna
| Varna | Poznan | |||
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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) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (48°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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