Which place is cheaper, Sopron or Basel?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Basel or Sopron?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Basel or Sopron, 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 Sopron?
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.
Sopron
Sopron is a city in northwestern Hungary, located right on the Austrian border at the foot of the Alps near Lake Neusiedl.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Bicycle Tours in Switzerland, The Best Budget Tours to Hungary, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBasel $236Sopron $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Basel is $236, while the average daily cost in Sopron is $65. 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 Sopron in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBasel $143Sopron $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBasel $286Sopron $58
Compare Hotels in Basel and Sopron
Looking for a hotel in Basel or Sopron? 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 Sopron Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Basel $45Sopron $21
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 Sopron?
Prices for flights to both Sopron 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 $61Sopron $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Basel $37Sopron $5.51
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
Tours and Activities in Sopron
Here are a few actual costs in Sopron for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Romantic tour in Sopron for couples: $98
- The best of Sopron walking tour: $163
- Romantic tour in Sopron for couples: $191
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $191
- Special Magical Christmas tour around Sopron: $218
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBasel $33Sopron $5.64
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 Sopron, we can see that Basel is more expensive. And not only is Sopron much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sopron would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sopron 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 Sopron.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basel Expensive? and Is Sopron Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Basel or Sopron?
Basel has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Sopron. When comparing the sizes of Basel and Sopron, 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 Sopron?
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 Sopron in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Basel and Sopron. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Basel this time of year.
Basel is around the same temperature as Sopron in the summer. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Sopron fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sopron this time of the year. In Basel, it's very sunny this time of the year. Basel usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sopron during summer. Basel gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 255 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Basel usually receives more rain than Sopron. Basel gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBasel 21°C (70°F)Sopron 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Basel or Sopron in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Basel as well as Sopron. Many travelers come to Basel for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Basel is around the same temperature as Sopron. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Basel in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Sopron averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Basel often gets less sunshine than Sopron. Basel gets 120 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 140 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in October than Sopron. Basel gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBasel 13°C (56°F)Sopron 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Basel or Sopron in the Winter?
Both Sopron and Basel are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Basel in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Sopron can be very cold during winter. Basel can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Basel is generally a little warmer than Sopron. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 3°C (37°F), and Sopron fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
Basel usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during winter. Basel gets 55 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 65 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Basel usually receives more rain than Sopron. Basel gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBasel 3°C (37°F)Sopron 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Basel or Sopron in the Spring?
Both Sopron and Basel during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Basel for the natural beauty during these months.
Basel is around the same temperature as Sopron in the spring. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Sopron fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Sopron, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Basel often gets less sunshine than Sopron. Basel gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 202 hours of full sun.
Basel usually gets more rain in April than Sopron. Basel gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBasel 12°C (53°F)Sopron 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Sopron and Basel
| Basel | Sopron | |||
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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) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 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.