Which place is cheaper, Mamaia or Volos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Volos or Mamaia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Volos and Mamaia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Volos or Mamaia?
Volos
The coastal port city of Volos on the mainland of Greece sits on a very unique and important location in the agricultural region of Thessaly. Situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, Volos provides a commercial outlet to the sea, allowing a bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. It is the most recent of Greece's port cities, and is highly populated with many modern buildings.
Mamaia
The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolos €95Mamaia €60
The average daily cost (per person) in Volos is €95, while the average daily cost in Mamaia is €60. 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 Volos and Mamaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolos €43Mamaia €23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolos €86Mamaia €46
Compare Hotels in Volos and Mamaia
Looking for a hotel in Volos or Mamaia? 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: Volos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volos €37Mamaia €25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Volos
Also for Volos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Volos to Athens, Athens Airport and Piraeus Port Private Transfer: $257
- Volos to Athens Easy & Economy Transfer: $524
- From Volos to Athens Airport / Athens / Piraeus Private Transfer: $280
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174
- Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $272
- Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $251
- Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Volos or Mamaia?
Prices for flights to both Mamaia and Volos 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 dayVolos €30Mamaia €21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volos
For Volos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Session "Pelion Flavours": $71
- Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece: $109
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Volos €17Mamaia €12
Tours and Activities in Volos
For Volos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- BIKING PELION Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $211
- East Pelion - Sea Kayak Tour "Short Paddle": $38
- From Hidden Sights of Meteora Private Tour: $214
- HIKING PELION - Private Guided Full or Half Day Tour: $197
- Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour "The Secret Cave": $49
- Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline : $33
- Volos Pelion Full Day Tour : $240
- Pagasetic Gulf Full-Day Sailboat Experience: $735
Tours and Activities in Mamaia
For Mamaia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Day Tour: Visit Histria Winery and Ancient Citadel: $86
- One Day Tour to Constanta (The Ancient City of Tomis): $175
- Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolos €7.86Mamaia €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Mamaia
Also in Mamaia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Unveilling the Essence: Gabai Winery's Captivating Wine Tours: $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Mamaia, we can see that Volos is more expensive. And not only is Mamaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mamaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mamaia 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 Volos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Volos than you might in Mamaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Volos Expensive? and Is Mamaia Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Volos or Mamaia?
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 Volos or Mamaia in the Summer?
Both Mamaia and Volos are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Volos for the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Volos is a little warmer than Mamaia in the summer. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Mamaia fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite sunny in Mamaia. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Volos. Volos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mamaia during summer. Volos gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 320 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Volos usually receives less rain than Mamaia. Volos gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVolos 26°C (78°F)Mamaia 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Volos or Mamaia in the Autumn?
Both Mamaia and Volos during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Volos because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Volos is a little warmer than Mamaia. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Volos in October average around 17°C (62°F), and Mamaia averages at about 14°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Volos often gets less sunshine than Mamaia. Volos gets 165 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 182 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets more rain in October than Mamaia. Volos gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVolos 17°C (62°F)Mamaia 14°C (56°F)
Should I visit Volos or Mamaia in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Volos and Mamaia. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Volos this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Mamaia. In January, Volos is generally much warmer than Mamaia. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 6°C (42°F), and Mamaia fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).
Volos usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during winter. Volos gets 112 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 83 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Volos usually receives around the same amount of rain as Mamaia. Volos gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVolos 6°C (42°F)Mamaia 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Volos or Mamaia in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Volos as well as Mamaia. Many travelers come to Volos for the beaches and the activities around the city.
Volos is a little warmer than Mamaia in the spring. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Mamaia fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Volos this time of the year. In the spring, Volos often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Volos gets 209 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 180 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Mamaia. Volos gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVolos 14°C (56°F)Mamaia 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Mamaia and Volos
| Volos | Mamaia | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.