Network-to-network & hybrid connectivity · AWS vs Google Cloud
VPC peering vs VPC Network Peering
VPC peering maps to VPC Network Peering, which connects two VPC networks privately.
Like AWS, it isn't transitive.
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspect | Amazon Web Services | Google Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Service | VPC peering | VPC Network Peering |
| Lifecycle | Generally available | Generally available |
| What it is | Private, non-transitive connection between two VPCs (same or different accounts and Regions). | Private connectivity between two VPC networks; not transitive. |
| Pricing model | Free to create. Data transfer within an AZ over peering is free, and cross-AZ and cross-Region transfer is charged. | No charge for the peering itself; data transfer between peered networks is billed under VPC network pricing. |
| Docs | VPC peering docs | VPC Network Peering docs |
| Pricing page | VPC peering pricing | VPC Network Peering pricing |
Key differences
- Peered networks exchange subnet routes automatically; custom routes can be imported and exported.
Pricing summary
Pricing models only. No prices are quoted because they change by region and over time.
- AWS
- Free to create. Data transfer within an AZ over peering is free, and cross-AZ and cross-Region transfer is charged. VPC peering pricing →
- GCP
- No charge for the peering itself; data transfer between peered networks is billed under VPC network pricing. VPC Network Peering pricing →
And on Azure?
Direct match Azure's equivalent is Virtual network peering. AWS vs Azure comparison →
FAQ
What is the Google Cloud equivalent of VPC peering?
VPC peering maps to VPC Network Peering, which connects two VPC networks privately. Like AWS, it isn't transitive.
How does pricing compare between VPC peering and VPC Network Peering?
AWS: Free to create. Data transfer within an AZ over peering is free, and cross-AZ and cross-Region transfer is charged. Google Cloud: No charge for the peering itself; data transfer between peered networks is billed under VPC network pricing. Check the official pricing pages for current rates.
What is the Azure equivalent?
Virtual network peering (direct match). VPC peering maps to virtual network peering (local or global).