Which place is cheaper, Linkoping or Basel?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Basel or Linkoping?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Basel or Linkoping, 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 Linkoping?
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.
Linkoping
Linkoping is in the northern portion of the Gotaland region and is the capital of Ostergotland county. The city has all of the amenities of a larger city, but manages to maintain the feel and atmosphere of a quaint small town. This is mainly due to the lack of tall buildings within the city limits. Building height is restricted by the nearby military airfield, so Linkoping has a cosy ambiance that leads you to believe that you're somewhere hidden away. The university that is located here also helps create the feel of a college town. The students are well integrated into city life and help bring energy and entertainment to town, both in the form of cultural events during the day as well and an active night life in the evening.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Bicycle Tours in Switzerland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBasel $236Linkoping $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Basel is $236, while the average daily cost in Linkoping is $109. 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 Linkoping in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBasel $143Linkoping $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBasel $286Linkoping $108
Compare Hotels in Basel and Linkoping
Looking for a hotel in Basel or Linkoping? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Basel $45Linkoping $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basel
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Basel:
- Arrival Private Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $119
- Basel Airport Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Business Car: $108
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Car: $157
- Basel Airport Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $119
- ONE WAY: Basel Train Station (ZDH) to / from Basel transfer: $88
- Private Direct Transfer from Basel to Zurich: $205
- Private One-way Transfer From Basel to Zurich, English Speaking Driver: $186
- Private Transfer From Basel To Bern With a 2 Hour Stop in Olten: $224
- Private Transfer from Basel to Zurich with 3h Sightseeing Stops: $251
- Private Transfer: Basel Airport BSL to Zurich in Luxury Van: $261
- Private direct transfer from Basel to Lucerne with a local driver: $177
- Private transfer from Basel to Strasbourg with a local driver: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Basel or Linkoping?
Prices for flights to both Linkoping 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 $61Linkoping $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Basel $37Linkoping $24
Tours and Activities in Basel
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basel are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Basel Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $5.35
- Basel's Portrait: Self-Guided Reading City Tour: $5.47
- Basel's Portrait Self Guided Audio City Tour: $5.60
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Hidden Treasures Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $8.99
- The Best of Basel’s Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Uncover Basel's Charms: In-App Audio Tour of Cultural Gems: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Basel's Portrait: Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $11
- Old Town Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $15
- Basel (Kleinbasel) Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBasel $33Linkoping $19
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Basel and Linkoping, we can see that Basel is more expensive. And not only is Linkoping much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Linkoping would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Linkoping 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 Linkoping.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basel Expensive? and Is Linkoping Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Basel or Linkoping?
Basel has a larger population, and is about 70% larger than the population of Linkoping. When comparing the sizes of Basel and Linkoping, 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 Linkoping?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Basel or Linkoping in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Basel and Linkoping. Many visitors come to Basel in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Basel is generally a little warmer than Linkoping. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 21°C (70°F), and Linkoping fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Linkoping this time of the year. In Basel, it's very sunny this time of the year. Basel usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during summer. Basel gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Basel usually receives more rain than Linkoping. Basel gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBasel 21°C (70°F)Linkoping 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Basel or Linkoping in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Basel as well as Linkoping. Most visitors come to Basel for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Basel is much warmer than Linkoping in the autumn. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Linkoping fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Basel often gets more sunshine than Linkoping. Basel gets 120 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 80 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in October than Linkoping. Basel gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBasel 13°C (56°F)Linkoping 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Basel or Linkoping in the Winter?
Both Linkoping and Basel are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Basel because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Linkoping in the winter. The weather in Basel can be very cold. In the winter, Basel is much warmer than Linkoping. Typically, the winter temperatures in Basel in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Linkoping averages at about -3°C (28°F).
Basel usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during winter. Basel gets 55 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 32 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Basel usually receives more rain than Linkoping. Basel gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBasel 3°C (37°F)Linkoping -3°C (28°F)
Should I visit Basel or Linkoping in the Spring?
Both Linkoping and Basel during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Basel this time of year.
In April, Basel is generally much warmer than Linkoping. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 12°C (53°F), and Linkoping fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the spring, Basel often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Linkoping. Basel gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 157 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in April than Linkoping. Basel gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBasel 12°C (53°F)Linkoping 6°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Linkoping and Basel
| Basel | Linkoping | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -3°C (28°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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