Which place is cheaper, Torun or Warsaw?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Warsaw or Torun?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Warsaw and Torun 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: Warsaw or Torun?
Warsaw
Warsaw is the capital city of Poland. It has a population of 1.7 million, making it the country's largest city. Located on the Vistula River, it is a popular tourist destination for its interesting architecture and culture. The right bank of the river was the first area to become populated in the 9th or 10 century. Today, however, the city's central district is on the left bank of the river. The Old Town, where you will find many sights and attractions, is fully contained within the city center.
Torun
Torun is a city in northern Poland, on the Vistula River. This magnificently walled Gothic town on the Vistula should be high on every traveler's list, possibly as its delights seem low on everyone else's, leaving visitors who make it here to revel unrestricted in its wealth of red-brick buildings, Unesco-listed sites and medieval city defenses, all of which WWII mercifully decided to ignore. Beyond architecture, Torun is also well known as the birthplace of Nicolaus Copernicus. His name is all over town, and you can even buy gingerbread shaped in his image. This other Torun icon - its pierniki (gingerbread) - is famous across Poland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, The Best Budget Tours to Poland, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow.
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Warsaw Prices
Poland PricesTorun Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWarsaw $122Torun $41
The average daily cost (per person) in Warsaw is $122, while the average daily cost in Torun is $41. 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 Warsaw and Torun in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWarsaw $56Torun $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWarsaw $112Torun $30
Compare Hotels in Warsaw and Torun
Looking for a hotel in Warsaw or Torun? 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: Warsaw Hotel Prices and Torun Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Warsaw $5.01Torun $5.32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Warsaw
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Warsaw are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Warsaw
Also for Warsaw, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Wroclaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $284
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Gdansk with 2h of Sightseeing: $272
- Warsaw to Krakow or Krakow Airport Transfer Best Value: $261
- Private transfer Warsaw-Wrocław or Wrocław-Warsaw: $259
- First class Warsaw Airport Transfer (WAW): $160
- Extreme Shooting Range Experience with Transfers: $153
- Warsaw City and Airport Private Transfer via Mercedes V Class: $135
- Warsaw Private Transfer from Warsaw city centre to Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI): $108
- Mercedes E Class Transfer WAW Chopin Airport - Warsaw City Center: $107
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Warsaw (hotel OR airport pick-up): $105
- Warsaw Private Transfer from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) to City centre: $94
- Airport Transfer: Warsaw Airport WAW to Warsaw by Luxury Car: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Warsaw or Torun?
Prices for flights to both Torun and Warsaw 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 dayWarsaw $50Torun $18
Typical Food Prices in Warsaw
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Warsaw:
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Dinner for Two$14
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Lunch for Two$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Warsaw
For Warsaw, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting: $74
- Warsaw Traditional Food Tour with Adrian: $90
- Half-Day Polish Food Walking Tour with Guide and Dinner: $94
- 7 Tastings Food Tour with Pierogi Waffles & Hidden Gems: $101
- Taste of Pierogi Cooking Class: $105
- Flavours of Polish Christmas: 4 course dinner + cooking class: $110
- Cooking masterclass warsaw - English speaking: $118
- Warsaw Small-Group Food Tour: 10+ Polish Tastings: $138
Typical Food Prices in Torun
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Torun:
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Ice Cream$0.70
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Gingerbread$0.68
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Sandwich$1.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Torun
For Torun, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Torun Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $191
- Torun Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $193
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Warsaw $7.64Torun $4.91
Tours and Activities in Warsaw
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Warsaw.
- 2 Hour Super Segway City Tour of Warsaw: $73
- 2-hour Walking Tour of the Daily Life in the Warsaw Ghetto: $145
- 6-10 Vodka Shots Private Tasting Tour at Best Warsaw Bars: $170
- A Walking Tour of Warsaw's Most Beautiful and Historic Sites: $199
- Architecture Walking Tour in Warsaw: $83
- Authentic Pierogi Tasting Experience in Warsaw: $70
- Best of Warsaw - private tour by retro minibus with hotel pickup: $166
- Best of Warsaw Full-Day Private Tour with Transport & Ticket: $215
- Chopin E-Bike Tour: Discover Warsaw's Musical Heritage: $89
- City Sightseeing Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $43
- Communist private tour by retro minibus with hotel pickup: $166
- DAILY & FUN Vodka Tasting Tour in Warsaw with Local Expert: $169
Typical Entertainment Prices in Torun
For Torun, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Gingerbread Cooking Class$2.57
Tours and Activities in Torun
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Torun.
- Copernicus to Castles Self Guided Tour of Torun Old Town: $8.99
- Discover A Private Walking Adventure: $279
- Gothic architecture and Copernicus's Life Private Walking Tour: $116
- Panorama of Toruń - 30-minute cruise: $9.72
- Torun Copernicus Trail and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $140
- Torun Copernicus Trail and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $141
- Torun Living Museum of Gingerbread and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $137
- Torun Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $107
- Torun Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $106
- Torun Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $171
- Torun Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $172
- Torun Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $170
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWarsaw $11Torun $5.42
Sample the Local Flavors in Warsaw
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Warsaw:
- #1 Pub Crawl Warsaw with Optional Premium 1 Hour Open Bar: $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Warsaw and Torun, we can see that Warsaw is more expensive. And not only is Torun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Torun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Torun 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 Warsaw would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Warsaw than you might in Torun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Warsaw Expensive? and Is Torun Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Warsaw or Torun?
Warsaw has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Torun. When comparing the sizes of Warsaw and Torun, 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.
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.