Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Mostar?
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 Vilnius and Mostar. 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: Vilnius or Mostar?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, 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 dayVilnius €94Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, 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 Vilnius and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.21
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $35
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $51
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $51
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $53
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $142
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $214
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $214
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:
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Mostar €24
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
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.Vilnius €9.72Mostar €8.78
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $6.00
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.42
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $12
- Vibrant Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius: $18
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $18
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $19
- Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius: $19
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 dayVilnius €6.38Mostar €3.47
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
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 Vilnius and Mostar, we can see that Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Mostar?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Vilnius is cooler than Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Mostar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vilnius. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Mostar. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 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 JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Vilnius during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Vilnius is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In the autumn, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vilnius usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Mostar. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Vilnius can be very cold during winter. Vilnius is much colder than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Mostar. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 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 JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Mostar. The spring months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Vilnius is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Vilnius usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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