Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Plovdiv?
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 Plovdiv or Lodz?
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 Plovdiv and Lodz can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Plovdiv or Lodz?
Plovdiv
Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.
Lodz
Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Plovdiv Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlovdiv $105Lodz $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Plovdiv is $105, while the average daily cost in Lodz is $45. 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 Plovdiv and Lodz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlovdiv $48Lodz $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlovdiv $96Lodz $32
Compare Hotels in Plovdiv and Lodz
Looking for a hotel in Plovdiv or Lodz? 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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices and Lodz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Plovdiv $24Lodz $7.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv
Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora: $95
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $113
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Pamporovo: $98
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $208
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Borovets: $113
- Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia: $107
- Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $107
- Private One-way Transfer Plovdiv Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $151
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Plovdiv or Lodz?
Prices for flights to both Lodz and Plovdiv 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 dayPlovdiv $40Lodz $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $193
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Plovdiv $17Lodz $6.43
Tours and Activities in Plovdiv
For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Superb Buggy Adventure: $213
- 3-Day Monastery Tour: Rila, Bachkovo & Rozhen from Sofia: $351
- Audio Guide for All Haskovo & Kardjali Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $23
- Audio Guide for All Rhodope Mountain Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $46
- Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv: $95
- Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation: $107
- Day Tour from PLOVDIV - Thracian civilization & wine traditions: $184
- Day Tour from Nature & forgotten village experiences: $158
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Rhodope Mountains to a Beautiful Canyon View: $119
- Exclusive Private Tour in the Thracian Valley from Sofia: $102
- Food Walk Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour: $42
- Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $42
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $255
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $149
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $287
- Lodz Old Town Manufaktura Highlights Private Walking Tour: $107
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $173
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $172
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $292
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $154
- Warsaw Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $287
- Łódź’s Corridor of History: A Self-Guided Piotrkowska Tour: $7.99
- Łódź’s Ruin and Rise: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlovdiv $11Lodz $6.30
Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:
- Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $23
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Plovdiv : $27
- Food and Wine Tour: $60
- Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $107
- Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $118
- Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting: $183
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Plovdiv and Lodz, we can see that Plovdiv is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz 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 Plovdiv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Plovdiv than you might in Lodz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Plovdiv Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Plovdiv or Lodz?
Lodz has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Plovdiv. When comparing the sizes of Plovdiv and Lodz, 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.