Which place is cheaper, Wroclaw or Volos?
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 Volos or Wroclaw?
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 Volos and Wroclaw can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Volos or Wroclaw?
Volos
The coastal port city of Volos on the mainland of Greece sits on a very unique and important location in the agricultural region of Thessaly. Situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, Volos provides a commercial outlet to the sea, allowing a bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. It is the most recent of Greece's port cities, and is highly populated with many modern buildings.
Wroclaw
Wroclaw still remains mostly undiscovered to travelers. It's the largest city and capital of Lower Silesian Voivodeship. It is also a historical capital of Silesia with a very rich history. The city's population is around 630,000 and there are over a million people in the metropolitan area. It's the fourth largest city in Poland and has an economy that is centered around manufacturing, banking, industry, tourism, and cultural events. The area has some unique architecture, beautiful rivers, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city has witnessed much turmoil, particularly during World War II and the years following. Today it has been beautifully restored and should be considered a highlight of a trip to Poland. Now is the time to visit, because as Poland gains ground within Europe, prices are sure to rise and the crowds will discover this city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, and The Best Budget Tours to Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVolos €117Wroclaw €38
The average daily cost (per person) in Volos is €117, while the average daily cost in Wroclaw is €38. 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 Volos and Wroclaw in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVolos €43Wroclaw €15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVolos €86Wroclaw €30
Compare Hotels in Volos and Wroclaw
Looking for a hotel in Volos or Wroclaw? 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: Volos Hotel Prices and Wroclaw Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Volos €37Wroclaw €5.51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Volos
Also for Volos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Volos to Athens, Athens Airport and Piraeus Port Private Transfer: $281
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wroclaw
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Wroclaw:
- Archery Tag with Private Hotel Transfers: $60
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw to Warsaw with 2 hours of Sightseeing: $196
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw Airport WRO to Wroclaw City: $38
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Świeradów-Zdrój city: $272
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Zielona Gora city: $268
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Zagan city: $292
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Trutnov city: $240
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Szklarska Poręba city: $242
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Swidnica city: $119
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Strzelce Opolskie city: $264
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Olszyna city: $296
- Private Transfer from Wroclaw (WRO) Airport to Lwówek Śląski city: $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Volos or Wroclaw?
Prices for flights to both Wroclaw and Volos 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 dayVolos €52Wroclaw €18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Volos
For Volos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece: $120
- Pelion Private Nature Experience : Farm-to-Table Cooking: $1,196
Typical Food Prices in Wroclaw
Some typical examples of dining costs in Wroclaw are as follows:
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Coffee & Sandwich€2.81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Volos €17Wroclaw €5.37
Tours and Activities in Volos
For Volos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline : $36
- Pelion Private Tour: Portaria, Makrinitsa & Wine: $180
- Small Group Tour to Pinakates, Vizitsa & Milies: $198
- From Hidden Sights of Meteora Private Tour: $258
- Volos Pelion Full Day Tour : $263
- Meteora tour from Volos.A journey through history and nature.: $269
- Delphi Tour from Volos: $938
- Private Tour of Tsagkarada & Mylopotamos: $1,349
Tours and Activities in Wroclaw
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Wroclaw are as follows:
- 2-Hours Private Electric Car Tour with a Guide, Wroclaw: $56
- 5 Hour Private Historical Tour to Gross Rosen Concentration Camp: $143
- A Yuletide Adventure Through Wroclaw Streets: $200
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Day Tour from Wroclaw : $262
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour from Wrocław: $262
- BRESLAU FORTRESS and World War II, private tour with photos: $58
- Berlin Day Tour from Wroclaw: $262
- Bike Tour of Wroclaw Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature : $118
- Cracow and Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour from Wroclaw : $196
- Electric Scooter Old Town & Ostrów Tumski - Full Tour: $84
- Famous Islands of Wroclaw - Cathedral Island and Sand Island Private Tour : $65
- Full Day Self Guided Tour to Adrspach from Wroclaw: $167
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVolos €7.86Wroclaw €5.61
Sample the Local Flavors in Volos
Also in Volos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Volos Small Group Tour: Pelion Villages & Wine Tasting: $263
Typical Alcohol Prices in Wroclaw
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Wroclaw:
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A Couple Beers€3.05
Sample the Local Flavors in Wroclaw
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Wroclaw:
- Wroclaw Pub Crawl : $25
- Pub Crawl Wroclaw with 1 hour Unlimited Drinks and free shots: $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Wroclaw, we can see that Volos is more expensive. And not only is Wroclaw much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wroclaw would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wroclaw 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 Volos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Volos than you might in Wroclaw.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Volos Expensive? and Is Wroclaw Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Volos or Wroclaw?
Wroclaw has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Volos. When comparing the sizes of Volos and Wroclaw, 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 Volos or Wroclaw?
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 Volos or Wroclaw in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Volos as well as Wroclaw. The summer months attract visitors to Volos because of the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Volos is a little warmer than Wroclaw. Typically, the summer temperatures in Volos in July average around 26°C (78°F), and Wroclaw averages at about 19°C (65°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Wroclaw. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Volos this time of the year. In the summer, Volos often gets more sunshine than Wroclaw. Volos gets 330 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Wroclaw receives 205 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets less rain in July than Wroclaw. Volos gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Wroclaw receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVolos 26°C (78°F)Wroclaw 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Volos or Wroclaw in the Autumn?
Both Wroclaw and Volos are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Volos this time of year.
In October, Volos is generally much warmer than Wroclaw. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 17°C (62°F), and Wroclaw fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Volos usually receives more sunshine than Wroclaw during autumn. Volos gets 165 hours of sunny skies, while Wroclaw receives 108 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Volos usually receives around the same amount of rain as Wroclaw. Volos gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Wroclaw receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVolos 17°C (62°F)Wroclaw 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Volos or Wroclaw in the Winter?
Both Wroclaw and Volos during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Volos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Wroclaw can get quite cold in the winter. Volos is much warmer than Wroclaw in the winter. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Wroclaw fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).
In the winter, Volos often gets more sunshine than Wroclaw. Volos gets 112 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Wroclaw receives 49 hours of full sun.
Volos usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Wroclaw. Volos gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Wroclaw receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVolos 6°C (42°F)Wroclaw -1°C (30°F)
Should I visit Volos or Wroclaw in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Volos and Wroclaw. Many visitors come to Volos in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Volos is much warmer than Wroclaw. Typically, the spring temperatures in Volos in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Wroclaw averages at about 9°C (48°F).
In Volos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Volos usually receives more sunshine than Wroclaw during spring. Volos gets 209 hours of sunny skies, while Wroclaw receives 142 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Volos usually receives less rain than Wroclaw. Volos gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Wroclaw receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVolos 14°C (56°F)Wroclaw 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for Wroclaw and Volos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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