Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Poznan?
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 Poznan. 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 Poznan?
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.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Poznan €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Poznan is €33. 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 Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Poznan €16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Poznan €32
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Poznan €3.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $641
- From Druskininkai & Grutas Park Tour with Transfer: $513
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $214
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $214
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $214
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $142
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $53
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $51
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $51
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $35
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan 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 €40Poznan €9.89
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
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.Vilnius €9.72Poznan €4.48
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:
- “Ghostly Tales of Vilnius” Walking Tour: $86
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $170
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $107
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $385
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Bachelorette Party Adventure's Organization: $33
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $32
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $208
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $267
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $214
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $76
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 dayVilnius €6.38Poznan €2.99
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
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 Vilnius and Poznan, we can see that Vilnius 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 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 Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 5% larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Poznan. The summer months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the family-friendly experiences.
Vilnius is around the same temperature as Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Poznan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Poznan. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 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 JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Poznan in the Autumn?
Both Poznan and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
In the autumn, Vilnius is cooler than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Poznan. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 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 OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Poznan can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Vilnius. In January, Vilnius is generally much colder than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Poznan. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 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 JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Poznan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Poznan. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the spring for the natural beauty.
Vilnius is cooler than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Poznan. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 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 AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Poznan | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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