What does hybrid cloud networking cost?

AWS Direct Connect 1Gbps: ~$220/month + $0.02/GB transferred. VPN Gateway: $72/month + $0.05/GB. Azure ExpressRoute 1Gbps: $380-980/month. On-premise router/firewall hardware: $500-5,000 upfront.

Is VPN or Direct Connect better for hybrid cloud?

VPN is cheaper ($72+/month) and fine for moderate, non-latency-sensitive data sync. Direct Connect provides consistent sub-10ms latency and 1-100Gbps bandwidth — worth the premium for database replication.

How do I estimate monthly data transfer costs for hybrid cloud?

Monitor: on-premise-to-cloud sync (typically backup + changes), cloud-to-on-premise (batch outputs, reports), and user access patterns. Most hybrid workloads transfer 100GB-5TB/month.

Hybrid Cloud Network Cost Calculator

Calculate hybrid cloud networking costs including VPN connections, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, inter-region traffic, and data synchronization between on-premise and cloud.

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Enter the values for the scenario you are assessing. Calculate hybrid cloud networking costs including VPN connections, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, inter-region traffic, and data synchronization between on-premise and cloud. Use the hybrid cloud network cost result to inform your calculation.

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