Which place is cheaper, Delft or Basel?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Basel or Delft?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Basel or Delft, 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: Basel or Delft?
Basel
Basel is often overlooked as a tourist destination in Switzerland, but despite this, it does have a lot to offer visitors as well as a beautiful medieval historic center. Every year it also hosts a Carnival festival that is one of the most popular in Europe, competing with those in Venice and Rio de Janeiro in its popularity. There are also some excellent museums and great examples of regional architecture around town. Basel also serves as an excellent entry point to the Swiss Jura mountains and a jumping off point to visit more popular cities such as Zurich or Lucerne.
Delft
Delft is a wonderful, traditional town in the Netherlands that has historical architecture, numerous canals, bicyclists, and the popular, locally produced blue and white ceramics. The city itself is moderately sized and can easily be explored as a day trip. Alternatively, it's large enough to serve as a base if you wish to explore other parts of the region. Most people head to Amsterdam and then leave the Netherlands, but Delft offers an interesting alternative for those hoping to experience the Dutch culture on a more personal scale.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Bicycle Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBasel $236Delft $128
The average daily cost (per person) in Basel is $236, while the average daily cost in Delft is $128. 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 Basel and Delft in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBasel $143Delft $82
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBasel $286Delft $164
Compare Hotels in Basel and Delft
Looking for a hotel in Basel or Delft? 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: Basel Hotel Prices and Delft Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Basel $45Delft $7.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basel
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Basel:
- Round Trip Private Transfer From Basel EuroAirport to Feldberg: $87
- Private transfer from Basel to Strasbourg with a local driver: $233
- Private direct transfer from Basel to Lucerne with a local driver: $177
- Private Transfer: Basel Airport BSL to Zurich in Luxury Van: $261
- Private Transfer from Basel to Zurich with 3h Sightseeing Stops: $251
- Private Transfer From Basel To Bern With a 2 Hour Stop in Olten: $224
- Private One-way Transfer From Basel to Zurich, English Speaking Driver: $186
- Private Direct Transfer from Basel to Zurich: $205
- ONE WAY: Basel Train Station (ZDH) to / from Basel transfer: $88
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $119
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Car: $157
- Basel Airport Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Business Car: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Basel or Delft?
Prices for flights to both Delft and Basel 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 dayBasel $61Delft $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Basel $37Delft $11
Tours and Activities in Basel
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basel are as follows:
- Alpine Majesty: Basel to Jungfraujoch Exclusive Private Tour: $821
- Alpine Majesty: Private Tour to Mount Titlis from Basel: $650
- Basel (Kleinbasel) Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $15
- Basel : Old Town Walking Tour: $107
- Basel : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Local Guide: $82
- Basel Adventure Tour - The city quiz: $37
- Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour: $27
- Basel City: Private guided Segway Tour: $196
- Basel Family Adventure: Exploring Historic & Artistic Gems: $543
- Basel Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $5.35
- Basel History Tour for Groups: $328
- Basel Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Delft
For Delft, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Walking Tour of Delft With a local guide: $2.57
- Historical Walking Audio Tour on Your Phone (ENG): $8.69
- Entrance Ticket for the Old and New Churches: $9.09
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $9.36
- Canal House Museum 'Paul Tetar van Elven' Ticket: $10
- Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket: $13
- Canal Cruise with Guided Commentary: $13
- Museum Prinsenhof Entrance Ticket and Audio Guide: $15
- City Center Walking Tour: $15
- Delft - Scootertour in and around the city: $27
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Historical Weekly Walking Tour with a Local: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBasel $33Delft $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Basel
Also in Basel, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Meet People and Hidden Bars and Clubs: $33
- Pinot Noir & Pinot Wine Tour to Baden-Württemberg: $279
- Fantastic, full day, private wine tour to Alsace!: $285
- Half Day Private Cheese & Wine Tasting in Vineyard in Basel: $289
Sample the Local Flavors in Delft
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Delft:
- Delft Pub Trail : Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Basel and Delft, we can see that Basel is more expensive. And not only is Delft much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delft would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delft 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 Basel would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basel than you might in Delft.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basel Expensive? and Is Delft Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Basel or Delft?
Basel has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Delft. When comparing the sizes of Basel and Delft, 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 Basel or Delft?
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 Basel or Delft in the Summer?
Both Delft and Basel during the summer are popular places to visit. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Basel this time of year.
In July, Basel is generally a little warmer than Delft. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 21°C (70°F), and Delft fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Delft, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Basel. In the summer, Basel often gets more sunshine than Delft. Basel gets 241 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 202 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in July than Delft. Basel gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Delft receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBasel 21°C (70°F)Delft 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Basel or Delft in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Basel and Delft. Many travelers come to Basel for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Basel is a little warmer than Delft in the autumn. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Delft fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Basel usually receives more sunshine than Delft during autumn. Basel gets 120 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Basel usually receives around the same amount of rain as Delft. Basel gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Delft receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBasel 13°C (56°F)Delft 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Basel or Delft in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Basel as well as Delft. Many visitors come to Basel in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Delft can be very cold during winter. Basel can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Basel is a little warmer than Delft. Typically, the winter temperatures in Basel in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Delft averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Basel often gets more sunshine than Delft. Basel gets 55 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 47 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in January than Delft. Basel gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Delft receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBasel 3°C (37°F)Delft 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Basel or Delft in the Spring?
Both Delft and Basel are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Basel for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Basel is generally much warmer than Delft. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 12°C (53°F), and Delft fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Basel usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Delft during spring. Basel gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Basel usually receives more rain than Delft. Basel gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Delft receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBasel 12°C (53°F)Delft 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Delft and Basel
| Basel | Delft | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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.