Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Zurich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zurich 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 Zurich 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: Zurich or Poznan?
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZurich $268Poznan $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Zurich is $268, while the average daily cost in Poznan is $35. 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 Zurich and Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZurich $170Poznan $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZurich $340Poznan $34
Compare Hotels in Zurich and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Zurich 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: Zurich Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zurich $36Poznan $4.25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- ST. Moritz Luxury Private Transfer to Zurich Airport: $1,411
- SUV LUXURY TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT ZURIGO to MILANO MALPENSA: $1,083
- TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT MILANO MALPENSA TO ZURIGO: $1,083
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Scuol: $857
- Switzerland: Private Transfer to Interlaken & Grindelwald: $809
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Gstaad Saanen: $651
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport to Adelboden: $642
- TRANSFER VAN LUXURY DA AIRPORT ZURIGO A BASEL: $640
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport to Disentis: $636
- Private Transfer Interlaken to Zurich Airport: $634
- Privat Transfer Zurich Airport to Interlaken: $634
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport to Thun: $613
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 Zurich or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan and Zurich 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 dayZurich $62Poznan $11
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$13
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.Zurich $36Poznan $4.79
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- 007-Elegance: Exclusive Private Tour Schilthorn from Zürich: $627
- 3 Hours Private Tour Around Zurich: $224
- 3 in 1: Zurich Walking Tour - Cruise on the Lake - Cable Car Ride to Felsenegg: $101
- Adventure to Mount Pilatus Gold and Silver tour: $157
- Alpine Majesty: Private Tour to Mount Titlis from Zürich: $650
- Alpine Majesty:Zürich to Jungfraujoch Exclusive Private Tour: $799
- Beer Tasting Tour in Zurich: $129
- Best Intro Tour of Zurich with a Local: $124
- Best of Zürich: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in English: $7.87
- Best of Zurich Tour with Felsenegg Cable Car and Ferry Ride : $73
- Best of Zurich and Surroundings - Extended City Sightseeing Tour: $87
- Bike Private Tour with Pickup and Drop off From Zurich: $114
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 dayZurich $29Poznan $3.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $31
- eTukTuk Hot Stone BBQ and Wine Tour Zürich: $129
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 Zurich and Poznan, we can see that Zurich 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich 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 Zurich Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zurich or Poznan?
Poznan has a larger population, and is about 67% larger than the population of Zurich. When comparing the sizes of Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zurich as well as Poznan. The summer months attract visitors to Zurich because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Zurich is a little warmer than Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Zurich averages around 21°C (70°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 Zurich this time of the year. In the summer, Zurich often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Zurich gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.
Zurich usually gets more rain in July than Poznan. Zurich gets 89 mm (3.5 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 JulyZurich 21°C (70°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Poznan in the Autumn?
Both Poznan and Zurich are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Zurich this time of year.
In the autumn, Zurich is a little warmer than Poznan. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zurich in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Poznan averages at about 10°C (50°F).
Zurich usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Zurich gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zurich usually receives more rain than Poznan. Zurich gets 70 mm (2.8 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 OctoberZurich 13°C (56°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Zurich during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Zurich 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 Zurich. In January, Zurich is generally much warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Zurich average around 3°C (37°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Zurich often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Zurich gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.
Zurich usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Zurich gets 77 mm (3 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 JanuaryZurich 3°C (37°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Poznan in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zurich and Poznan. Many visitors come to Zurich in the spring for the natural beauty.
Zurich is a little warmer than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Zurich averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Zurich usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during spring. Zurich gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Zurich usually receives more rain than Poznan. Zurich gets 79 mm (3.1 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 AprilZurich 12°C (53°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Zurich
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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