Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Dublin?
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 Dublin or Pecs?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dublin or Pecs, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Dublin or Pecs?
Dublin
Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in Ireland, The Best Luxury Tours to Ireland, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Hungary, and The Best Historical Tours in Hungary.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDublin €179Pecs €95
The average daily cost (per person) in Dublin is €179, while the average daily cost in Pecs is €95. 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 Dublin and Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDublin €68Pecs €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDublin €136Pecs €70
Compare Hotels in Dublin and Pecs
Looking for a hotel in Dublin or Pecs? 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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We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Dublin Hotel Prices and Pecs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dublin €19Pecs €17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Dublin:
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Rental Car for a Day€15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dublin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dublin:
- “Executive Limousine Transfer from Dublin Airport – Private: $179
- Arrival Private Transfer by Business Car from Dublin airport DUB to Dublin: $99
- Arrival Transfer Dublin Airport to Dublin City by Van or Minibus: $126
- Arrival Transfer: Dublin Airport DUB to Dublin in Luxury Van: $128
- Child Friendly | Dublin Airport Transfer: $186
- Conrad Hotel Dublin To Dublin Airport Private Chauffeur Transfer: $183
- Departure Transfer Dublin to Dublin Airport by Van or Minibus: $126
- Departure Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Business Car: $118
- Departure Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Luxury Van: $128
- Driven by Excellence , Defined by Prestige Wheels Transfers: $94
- Dublin Airport & City Transfers : $239
- Dublin Airport Private Transfer: $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Dublin or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs and Dublin 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 dayDublin €85Pecs €47
Typical Food Prices in Dublin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dublin:
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Lunch Lynam's Pub€3.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dublin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dublin.
- Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $32
- Food on Foot: Dublin Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $33
- Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner: $59
- Dublin Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $70
- Dublin Delicious Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour: $70
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Dublin !: $71
- Grand Canal Cruise with Dinner: $82
- Irish Dinner & Dance Show at Johnnie Fox’s: $88
- Ultimate Dublin Food Tour: $93
- Delicious Walking Food Tour: $94
- Delicious Dublin Food Tour: $96
- Howth Coastal Craft Beer and Seafood Tour: $116
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two€23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dublin €25Pecs €16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dublin
Here are a few typical costs in Dublin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Wild Wicklow Tour€26
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Guinness Brewery for Two€27
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St Pauls Cathedral€4.50
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Dublin Writer's Museum€6.30
Tours and Activities in Dublin
Here are a few actual costs in Dublin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self Guided Tours Dublin With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Historic Landmarks Walking Tour: $4.70
- Ardgillan Castle Entry Ticket: $7.05
- Interactive Guided Tour of Printing History: $7.17
- Dublin Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.35
- Dublin Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Dublin Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
- The Mystical Hill of Tara: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Dublin (Dun Laoghaire) Self-Guided Coastal Audio Tour: $10
- Dublin Highlights Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $12
- A Self Guided Walking Tour of Dublin's Docklands: $12
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Dublin's Temple Bar: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDublin €17Pecs €7.85
Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin
Also in Dublin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Dublin Ireland Bar Crawl: $15
- Generation Pub Crawl: $16
- Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $24
- Dublin Pub Tour in Spanish: $24
- The Black Experience Pub Tour: $24
- Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience: $26
- Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery: Trilogy Experience: $26
- City Pub Crawl Experience: $29
- Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings: $36
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins: $37
- Dublin Jameson Distillery Guided tour and Tasting in French: $37
- Pub Crawl Walking Tour Through the Heart of Irelands Capital: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dublin and Pecs, we can see that Dublin is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Dublin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dublin than you might in Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dublin Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dublin or Pecs?
Dublin has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Dublin and Pecs, 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 Dublin or Pecs?
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 Dublin or Pecs in the Summer?
Both Pecs and Dublin are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Dublin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Dublin is cooler than Pecs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Dublin in July average around 16°C (60°F), and Pecs averages at about 22°C (71°F).
It's quite sunny in Pecs. Dublin usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during summer. Dublin gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Dublin usually receives less rain than Pecs. Dublin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDublin 16°C (60°F)Pecs 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Dublin or Pecs in the Autumn?
Both Pecs and Dublin during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Dublin in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Dublin is generally cooler than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Dublin average around 11°C (52°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Dublin often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Dublin gets 97 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun.
Dublin usually gets more rain in October than Pecs. Dublin gets 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDublin 11°C (52°F)Pecs 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Dublin or Pecs in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Dublin and Pecs. Most visitors come to Dublin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Pecs can be very cold. Dublin is much warmer than Pecs in the winter. The daily temperature in Dublin averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Dublin usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during winter. Dublin gets 56 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dublin usually receives more rain than Pecs. Dublin gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDublin 6°C (42°F)Pecs 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Dublin or Pecs in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Dublin as well as Pecs. The spring months attract visitors to Dublin because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Dublin is cooler than Pecs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Dublin in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Pecs averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In the spring, Dublin often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Dublin gets 157 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun.
Dublin usually gets less rain in April than Pecs. Dublin gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDublin 8°C (47°F)Pecs 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pecs and Dublin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (60°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (56°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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