Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Gothenburg can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Gothenburg?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $76Gothenburg $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $76, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $98. 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 Bangkok and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $41Gothenburg $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $82Gothenburg $80
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Gothenburg? 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $5.74Gothenburg $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.17
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Skytrain Ticket$4.35
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.87
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Ferry Ride$0.71
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Taxi From Airport$6.79
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Tuk-tuk tour Bangkok by Night with Chinatown meal and hotel transfers: $55
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Hua Hin APT-HTL (BKK): $71
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Bangkok HTL- APT(BKK): $14
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Bangkok APT-HTL (BKK): $17
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Rayong Province: $85
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Koh Chang: $130
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to HuaHin: $74
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya: $53
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Hua Hin: $68
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel by Deluxe Vehicle: $135
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Ayutthaya: $45
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Aranyaprathet: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Gothenburg Airport Transfers : Gothenburg to Airport GOT in Luxury Van: $153
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $95
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $111
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $176
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Alingsås: $120
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Stockholm: $509
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $18Gothenburg $38
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$24
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.43
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.22
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.43
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Pad Thai$1.90
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Airport Lunch for 2$15
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Lunch for 2$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- Bangkok Food Tour and Sightseeing with Tuktuk: $16
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $19
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $20
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $21
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $23
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $23
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $25
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $26
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $16Gothenburg $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$4.35
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.51
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.43
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.08
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.72
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Siriraj Museum (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Bangkok 5 Hour Cultural & Temples Tour Private: $82
- Full-Day Erawan Waterfall and River Kwai Private Guided Tour: $150
- Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $146
- Private Customized Bangkok Tour With Driver : $50
- Sunset Sail, Glittering Temspls at Afternoon Ayutthaya Tours : $59
- Tuk-Tuk Tour Bangkok By Night With Chinatown Street: $64
- 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience : $17
- 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $113
- 2-Day River Kwai Experience from Bangkok: $224
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $21
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off 24-Hour Sightseeing Boat: $30
- Lilla Bommen: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $31
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $31
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the Savean River: $33
- Guided boat tour to Vinga in Gothenburg: $33
- Archipelago cruise with guide: $37
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.95Gothenburg $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Pub Crawl and Club Night With Shots & VIP Entrance: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Gothenburg, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Bangkok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Gothenburg is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bangkok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangkok 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 Gothenburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gothenburg than you might in Bangkok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Gothenburg?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Gothenburg, 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 Bangkok or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bangkok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bangkok or Gothenburg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Gothenburg. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 29°C (84°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gothenburg. In the summer, Bangkok often gets less sunshine than Gothenburg. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun.
Bangkok receives a lot of rain in the summer. Bangkok usually gets more rain in July than Gothenburg. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
Both Gothenburg and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
Bangkok is much warmer than Gothenburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during autumn. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Bangkok is November to February. The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Gothenburg in the Winter?
Both Gothenburg and Bangkok during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Gothenburg can be very cold. In the winter, Bangkok is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bangkok in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Gothenburg averages at about -2°C (29°F).
It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the winter, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun.
Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Gothenburg. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. November to February is the dry season in Bangkok.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Gothenburg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Gothenburg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
In April, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 31°C (87°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during spring. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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