Which place is cheaper, Krakow or Le Mans?
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 Le Mans or Krakow?
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 Le Mans and Krakow can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Le Mans or Krakow?
Le Mans
Le Mans is a city in France, on the Sarthe River. Le Mans is found about 80 kilometers north of Tours, and south of Alencon. To many of course, Le Mans is famous only for a 24 hour racing event once a year. If you are not interested in cars and car racing, it is best to avoid visiting Le Mans in the middle of June. However, Le Mans also has a fantastic old town and is well worth the visit. Known as the Cite Plantagenet, this is where in 1129 Geoffrey Plantagenet married Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England and gave birth to Henry II.
Krakow
Krakow is Poland's second largest city. It sits on both sides of the Wisla River at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains. There are more than 1.4 million residents in the metropolitan area. Krakow is known as a historical and beautiful city that is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. Tourism makes up a large part of the city's economy, but there is also a university and several local colleges which are major employers as well. Technology has grown in recent years and the city has some notable employees including Google, IBM and Motorola. Other important industries include steel, pharmaceuticals and tobacco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to France, The Best Sightseeing Tours in France, The Best Budget Tours to Poland, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLe Mans €103Krakow €70
The average daily cost (per person) in Le Mans is €103, while the average daily cost in Krakow is €70. 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 Le Mans and Krakow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLe Mans €37Krakow €39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLe Mans €74Krakow €78
Compare Hotels in Le Mans and Krakow
Looking for a hotel in Le Mans or Krakow? 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: Le Mans Hotel Prices and Krakow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Le Mans €30Krakow €6.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krakow
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Krakow:
- Budapest: Private transfer to Krakow or Krakow to Budapest: $482
- Private Transfer to/from Budapest: $441
- Private transfer from Krakow to Warsaw private driver service: $299
- Krakow - Berlin private transfer with cleansed vehicle : $292
- Private transfer: Krakow Airport - Zakopane: $286
- Luxury Private Transfer from Krakow to Vienna: $281
- The Jewish History of Krakow with Guide, Tickets & Transfers: $276
- Zakopane Private Transfer from to Krakow or Krakow Airport: $274
- Luxury Private Transfer from Krakow to Budapest: $269
- Private Transfer to/from Warsaw: $261
- Wieliczka Salt Mine Private Transfer : $239
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with Private Transfers from Krakow: $238
Is it cheaper to fly into Le Mans or Krakow?
Prices for flights to both Krakow and Le Mans 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 dayLe Mans €47Krakow €22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krakow
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Krakow.
- Small-Group Online Cooking Class Polish Pierogi : $30
- Krakow Tipsy Polish Food Tour with History Pierogi and Shots: $39
- Pierogi Cooking Class with Market Shopping and Local Snacks: $82
- Eat Like a Local in Krakow - Food Tour with BeMyGuest: $99
- Krakow Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Dinner: $105
- Krakow Bites and Sights Food Tour: $114
- Polish Pierogi Cooking Class with Farmer's Market Shopping: $114
- Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Krakow: $121
- Private Food Tour in Krakow Poland: $198
- Go Karting Experience with Pizza and Drinks in Krakow: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Le Mans €15Krakow €19
Tours and Activities in Krakow
Here are a few actual costs in Krakow for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine 1-Day Tour: $185
- Energylandia Theme Park Ticket and Transportation From Krakow: $82
- Magic Christmas tour in Wieliczka: $167
- The Footsteps of John Paul II & Divine Mercy Private Tour: $161
- Wawel Castle and Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour in Krakow with Lunch: $154
- 1 DAY Tours - Auschwitz and Salt Mine - Shared transport+tickets: $155
- 1 Hour Tour in Kraków Old Town: $94
- 1,5-Hour Jewish Quarter Kazimierz Walking Guided Tour in Krakow: $24
- 1-Hour Tour to Krakow's Old Town by Electric Golf Cart: $19
- 2 Hour Bottomless Brunch Experience with 3 Course Meal And Drinks: $71
- 2 Hour Private Pinball and Arcade Museum Tour from Krakow: $299
- 3-Day Krakow Guided Tour: Jewish Heritage with Wieliczka and Auschwitz: $262
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLe Mans €12Krakow €6.38
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krakow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Krakow:
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Vodka€13
Sample the Local Flavors in Krakow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Krakow:
- 1 Hour of Open Bar Pub Crawl + Karaoke + VIP Entry to Best Clubs : $28
- Pub Crawl Krawl Through Krakow: $28
- Krakow Pub Crawl with 1 Hr of unlimited alcohol & 4 clubs/pubs: $29
- Pub Crawl 1hr Unlimited Beer + Vodka then Clubs in Katowice: $31
- Tyskie Brewery Tour from Katowice: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Le Mans and Krakow, we can see that Le Mans is more expensive. And not only is Krakow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Krakow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krakow 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 Le Mans would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Le Mans than you might in Krakow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Le Mans Expensive? and Is Krakow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Le Mans or Krakow?
Krakow has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Le Mans. When comparing the sizes of Le Mans and Krakow, 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 Le Mans or Krakow?
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 Le Mans or Krakow in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Le Mans as well as Krakow. Most visitors come to Le Mans for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Le Mans is generally around the same temperature as Krakow. Daily temperatures in Le Mans average around 19°C (66°F), and Krakow fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krakow. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Le Mans this time of the year. In the summer, Le Mans often gets more sunshine than Krakow. Le Mans gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Krakow receives 201 hours of full sun.
Le Mans usually gets less rain in July than Krakow. Le Mans gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLe Mans 19°C (66°F)Krakow 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Le Mans or Krakow in the Autumn?
Both Krakow and Le Mans are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Le Mans because of the small town atmosphere.
Le Mans is a little warmer than Krakow in the autumn. The daily temperature in Le Mans averages around 13°C (55°F) in October, and Krakow fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Le Mans usually receives more sunshine than Krakow during autumn. Le Mans gets 117 hours of sunny skies, while Krakow receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Le Mans usually receives more rain than Krakow. Le Mans gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLe Mans 13°C (55°F)Krakow 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Le Mans or Krakow in the Winter?
Both Krakow and Le Mans during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums and the cuisine are the main draw to Le Mans this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Krakow. It's quite cold in Le Mans in the winter. In the winter, Le Mans is much warmer than Krakow. Typically, the winter temperatures in Le Mans in January average around 5°C (40°F), and Krakow averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Le Mans often gets more sunshine than Krakow. Le Mans gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Krakow receives 38 hours of full sun.
Le Mans usually gets more rain in January than Krakow. Le Mans gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLe Mans 5°C (40°F)Krakow -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Le Mans or Krakow in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Le Mans and Krakow. Many travelers come to Le Mans for the small town charm.
In April, Le Mans is generally around the same temperature as Krakow. Daily temperatures in Le Mans average around 10°C (50°F), and Krakow fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Le Mans usually receives more sunshine than Krakow during spring. Le Mans gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Krakow receives 132 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Le Mans usually receives around the same amount of rain as Krakow. Le Mans gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Krakow receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLe Mans 10°C (50°F)Krakow 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Krakow and Le Mans
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 14°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (65°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (61°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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