Which place is cheaper, Bath or Akureyri?
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 Akureyri or Bath?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Akureyri or Bath, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Akureyri or Bath?
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
Bath
Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best 10-Day Tours from London.
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Akureyri Prices
Iceland PricesBath Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAkureyri $189Bath $232
The average daily cost (per person) in Akureyri is $189, while the average daily cost in Bath is $232. 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 Akureyri and Bath in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAkureyri $102Bath $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAkureyri $204Bath $212
Compare Hotels in Akureyri and Bath
Looking for a hotel in Akureyri or Bath? 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: Akureyri Hotel Prices and Bath Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Akureyri $23Bath $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Whale and Puffin Watching in Hauganes from Akureyri with Transfer: $164
- Whale Watching from Akureyri with Roundtrip Transfer: $93
- Transfer to Akureyri Airport from your Stay: $32
- Transfer from Accommodation to Akureyri Airport: $29
- Seamless Transfer from Akureyri Airport to Your Stay: $32
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $129
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath
Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $210
- Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $25
- LHR to Bath Executive SUV Transfer: $794
- Private Transfer: From Bath to London Heathrow Airport.: $212
Is it cheaper to fly into Akureyri or Bath?
Prices for flights to both Bath and Akureyri 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 dayAkureyri $70Bath $101
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Akureyri $18Bath $22
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Akureyri Guided E-Bike Tour: $165
- Akureyri Lake Myvatn Godafoss and Lava Fields Tour: $180
- Akureyri Port: Dettifoss, Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn Tour: $293
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanical Garden Tour: $170
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and the Forest Lagoon Tour: $203
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $81
- Akureyri Port: Hot Godafoss Waterfall Tour & The Forest Lagoon: $157
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch: $328
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $182
- Akureyri Port: Myvatn Nature Baths & Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $246
- Akureyri Port: Small Group Godafoss and Laufas Turf House Tour: $165
- Akureyri Private Walking Tour: $169
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thermal Bath Spa$47
Tours and Activities in Bath
For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover Bath and Somerset: A Self-Guided Tour: $4.69
- Bridgerton Filming Locations Tour in Bath: $6.00
- Bath Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.80
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Wells' Cloisters and Cathedrals: $6.99
- Highlights from Bath’s Canal Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Romans, Royals and Regency Bath Self Guided Tour with App: $8.99
- Bridgeton Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- Bath : 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour With An App: $9.99
- Wells Highlights and Heritage: An Audio Tour: $9.99
- Walpurga’s Wells: AudioTour of Murders, Plagues and Hangmen: $9.99
- Bath Bridgeton Shoot Locations Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- The Splendour of Georgian and Victorian Era A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAkureyri $15Bath $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Akureyri and Bath, we can see that Bath is more expensive. And not only is Akureyri much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Akureyri would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Akureyri 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 Bath would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bath than you might in Akureyri.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Akureyri Expensive? and Is Bath Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Akureyri or Bath?
Bath has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Akureyri and Bath, 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.