Which place is cheaper, Torun or Helsinki?
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 Helsinki 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 Helsinki 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: Helsinki or Torun?
Helsinki
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and dates back to 1550. Helsinki is an international metropolis with a diverse population, but also a small town vibe. The city itself has a population of just over 600,000 but the metropolitan area, including Espoo and Vantaa, has a population of more than 1.3 million. There are many outdoor bars and cafes that take advantage of the warmer summer months. During this time there are long days, and the population floods into the street after a long and cold winter, so visiting during the summer is a fun and lively experience.
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 Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Helsinki Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHelsinki €164Torun €36
The average daily cost (per person) in Helsinki is €164, while the average daily cost in Torun is €36. 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 Helsinki and Torun in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHelsinki €73Torun €13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHelsinki €146Torun €26
Compare Hotels in Helsinki and Torun
Looking for a hotel in Helsinki 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: Helsinki Hotel Prices and Torun Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Helsinki €22Torun €4.61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Helsinki
Also for Helsinki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Helsinki Private Departure Airport Transfer: $211
- Helsinki Private Arrival Airport Transfer: $211
- VIP Transfer Helsinki : $209
- PRIVATE Helsinki VIP Transfer: $197
- Private Luxury Transfer in Helsinki : $195
- Private Transfer from Helsinki City Hotels to Kotka Cruise Port: $168
- Private Airport Transfer by VIP car in Helsinki region: $160
- VIP Airport transfers in Helsinki region: $160
- VIP Airport Transfer by new cars in Helsinki: $158
- Private Transfer from Airport in Helsinki and Vice versa: $149
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki Terminal - Round-Trip Transfer: $139
- Helsinki West Harbour Terminal to Helsinki hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $139
Is it cheaper to fly into Helsinki or Torun?
Prices for flights to both Torun and Helsinki 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 dayHelsinki €59Torun €16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- FOOD Tour with Roof Top Bar in Helsinki: $118
- Helsinki Food Tour Including Tastings: $203
- Helsinki Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local: $274
Typical Food Prices in Torun
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Torun:
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Ice Cream€0.61
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Gingerbread€0.59
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Sandwich€0.99
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: $194
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Helsinki €27Torun €4.26
Tours and Activities in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Helsinki Highlights Tour: the Top Sightseeing Spots: $155
- Helsinki and Porvoo Tour by Private Car with Personal Guide: $101
- 3 Hours Helsinki Stopover Tour from Airport: $107
- 4 Hour Helsinki Tour from Cruise Port: $96
- A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki: $24
- A Private Walking Tour Through Helsinki: $239
- Adventure Day: $48
- CITY Tour with Food Tasting in Helsinki: $190
- Capital of Contrasts: A Self Guided Audio Tour in Helsinki: $15
- Day to Porvoo from Medieval Old Town Guided Tour: $94
- Deluxe Helsinki Shore Excursion from Cruise Ship Port: $130
- Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki: $49
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€2.23
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: $8.66
- Discover A Private Walking Adventure: $283
- Gothic architecture and Copernicus's Life Private Walking Tour: $117
- Private walking city tour in Torun: $295
- Torun Copernicus Trail and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $141
- Torun Living Museum of Gingerbread and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $139
- Torun Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $107
- Torun Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $173
- Torun Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $172
- Walking Tour of the medieval ToruĊ : $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHelsinki €16Torun €4.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Helsinki and Torun, we can see that Helsinki 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 Helsinki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Helsinki 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 Helsinki Expensive? and Is Torun Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Helsinki or Torun?
Helsinki has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Torun. When comparing the sizes of Helsinki 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.