Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Vigo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vigo or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vigo and A Coruna. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vigo or A Coruna?
Vigo
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVigo €99A Coruna €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Vigo is €99, 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 Vigo and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVigo €43A Coruna €51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVigo €86A Coruna €102
Compare Hotels in Vigo and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Vigo or A Coruna? 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: Vigo Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vigo €37A Coruna €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vigo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Hotels: $44
- Private Transfer from Vigo Cruise Port to Porto Airport (OPO): $44
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Vigo Airport: $56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $75
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $75
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Vigo or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Vigo 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 dayVigo €35A Coruna €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vigo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
- Gourmet Hands on Cooking Class in Galicia with the Chef: $168
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: $67
- Food Market Shopping and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $107
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vigo €10A Coruna €9.72
Tours and Activities in Vigo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
- Afternoon Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $19
- Discovering Vigo Quest Experience: $11
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Vigo: $33
- Exclusive Excursion from Vigo to Santiago de Compostela for Cruise-Ship Passengers: $59
- Full Day Santiago de Compostela Private Tour from Vigo, Shore Excursion: $175
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from Vigo for Cruisers Only: $78
- GROUP walking tour in Vigo: $1.13
- Monumental Morning Walking Tour in Pontevedra: $18
- New 2-hour Electric Bike Tour through Vigo: $40
- Night Walking Tour of Pontevedra: $21
- Oceanographic Adventure in the Cíes Islands: $144
- Pontevedra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.85
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:
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.13
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.80
- Guided Tour Lugo: $28
- Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $33
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $33
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $62
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $67
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $78
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $85
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $85
- Private Photography Adventure in A Coruña: $102
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $192
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVigo €5.71A Coruna €13
When comparing the travel costs between Vigo and A Coruna, we can see that Vigo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vigo Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vigo or A Coruna?
Vigo has a larger population, and is about 21% larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of Vigo 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 Vigo or A Coruna?
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 Vigo or A Coruna in the Summer?
Both A Coruna and Vigo during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Vigo is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Vigo average around 21°C (70°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In A Coruna, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Vigo. In the summer, Vigo often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Vigo gets 299 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun.
Vigo usually gets more rain in July than A Coruna. Vigo gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVigo 21°C (70°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Vigo or A Coruna in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vigo and A Coruna.
Vigo is around the same temperature as A Coruna in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vigo averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and A Coruna fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Vigo usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during autumn. Vigo gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.
A Coruna receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Vigo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Vigo usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Vigo gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVigo 17°C (62°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Vigo or A Coruna in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vigo as well as A Coruna.
In the winter, Vigo is around the same temperature as A Coruna. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vigo in January average around 10°C (50°F), and A Coruna averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Vigo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as A Coruna. Vigo gets 110 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in A Coruna. Vigo receives a lot of rain in the winter. Vigo usually gets more rain in January than A Coruna. Vigo gets 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVigo 10°C (50°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Vigo or A Coruna in the Spring?
Both A Coruna and Vigo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Vigo is generally around the same temperature as A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Vigo average around 13°C (56°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Vigo usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during spring. Vigo gets 198 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Vigo. In April, Vigo usually receives more rain than A Coruna. Vigo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVigo 13°C (56°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Vigo
| Vigo | 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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