Which place is cheaper, Sundborn or Basel?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Basel or Sundborn?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Basel or Sundborn, 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 Sundborn?
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.
Sundborn
Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Switzerland, The Best Bicycle Tours in Switzerland, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBasel $236Sundborn $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Basel is $236, while the average daily cost in Sundborn is $0.00. 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 Sundborn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBasel $143Sundborn -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBasel $286Sundborn $0.00
Compare Hotels in Basel and Sundborn
Looking for a hotel in Basel or Sundborn? 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 $45Sundborn -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Basel
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Basel:
- Round Trip Private Transfer From Basel EuroAirport to Feldberg: $87
- ONE WAY: Basel Train Station (ZDH) to / from Basel transfer: $88
- Basel Airport Transfer: Basel to EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) in Business Car: $108
- Arrival Private Transfer: EuroAirport (BSL MLH EAP) to Basel in Luxury Van: $119
- 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
- Private direct transfer from Basel to Lucerne with a local driver: $177
- Private One-way Transfer From Basel to Zurich, English Speaking Driver: $186
- Private Direct Transfer from Basel to Zurich: $205
- Private Transfer From Basel To Bern With a 2 Hour Stop in Olten: $224
- Private transfer from Basel to Strasbourg with a local driver: $233
- Private Transfer from Basel to Zurich with 3h Sightseeing Stops: $251
Is it cheaper to fly into Basel or Sundborn?
Prices for flights to both Sundborn 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 $61Sundborn -
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Basel $37Sundborn -
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 $33Sundborn -
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 Sundborn, we can see that Basel is more expensive. And not only is Sundborn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sundborn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sundborn 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 Sundborn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basel Expensive? and Is Sundborn Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Basel or Sundborn?
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 Sundborn in the Summer?
Both Sundborn and Basel are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Basel this time of year.
In July, Basel is generally a little warmer than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 21°C (70°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In July, Basel usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Basel gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBasel 21°C (70°F)Sundborn 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Basel or Sundborn in the Autumn?
Both Sundborn and Basel during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Basel for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Basel is much warmer than Sundborn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Basel averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Basel usually gets more rain in October than Sundborn. Basel gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBasel 13°C (56°F)Sundborn 6°C (44°F)
Should I visit Basel or Sundborn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Basel and Sundborn. Many visitors come to Basel in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Sundborn can be very cold during winter. Basel can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Basel is much warmer than Sundborn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Basel in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Sundborn averages at about -6°C (20°F).
In January, Basel usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Basel gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBasel 3°C (37°F)Sundborn -6°C (20°F)
Should I visit Basel or Sundborn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Basel as well as Sundborn. Most visitors come to Basel for the natural beauty during these months.
The weather in Sundborn can be very cold. In April, Basel is generally much warmer than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Basel average around 12°C (53°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Basel usually gets more rain in April than Sundborn. Basel gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBasel 12°C (53°F)Sundborn 4°C (40°F)
Typical Weather for Sundborn and Basel
| Basel | Sundborn | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -6°C (20°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.