Which place is cheaper, Leiden or Bath?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bath or Leiden?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bath and Leiden can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Bath or Leiden?
Bath
Bath is most famous as a historic spa city, and as such, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is only 100 miles west of London and it is a wonderful, historic city with excellent architecture and great hot springs. It's a popular travel destination for international visitors and Brits alike. It is charmingly positioned in the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside just south of the Cotswolds. The city itself has a population of about 80,000 and gives you a sampling of attractions including a range of restaurants, theaters, pubs, and museums.
Leiden
Leiden is a city in the province of South Holland. It is south of the Netherlands capital, Amsterdam, and has a population of about 190,000. It is known for its university, museums, markets, and of course, canals. Leiden University is the oldest university in the Netherlands and is a sister school of Oxford, which is England's oldest university.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBath £141Leiden £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Bath is £141, while the average daily cost in Leiden is £114. 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 Bath and Leiden in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBath £79Leiden £66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBath £158Leiden £132
Compare Hotels in Bath and Leiden
Looking for a hotel in Bath or Leiden? 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: Bath Hotel Prices and Leiden Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bath £26Leiden £22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bath
Also for Bath, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus Transfer to/from Bristol Airport: $21
- Bath to Heathrow Airport private airport transfer: $291
- "Private Transfer: London Heathrow Airport to Bath".: $161
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leiden
Also for Leiden, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zero Emission Tesla Taxi Transfer from Leiden Area to the Airport: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Bath or Leiden?
Prices for flights to both Leiden and Bath 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 dayBath £43Leiden £33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bath £17Leiden £15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bath
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bath's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thermal Bath Spa£35
Tours and Activities in Bath
For Bath, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours: $20
- Spa Experience with Massage Treatments: $153
- 'Hidden Cotswolds & Dark Age England' tour for 2-8 from Bath: $331
- 'Stonehenge & Secret England' from Bath for 2-8 curious adventurers: $286
- "Luxury Royal Bath Tour: From London in Executive Class": $581
- "Stonehenge & Secret England" Tour for 2-8 guests from Bath: $369
- 2 Hour Historic Walking Tour in Bath with An App: $9.99
- Awesome Bath – Family Walking Tour: $426
- Awesome Family Walking Tour: $217
- 2-Hour Bath Walking Tour of Bridgerton Filming Locations: $254
- Private Walking Tour | Blue Badge Guide, 2h, £200 per group: $254
- Bad of Bath fun Walking Tour of Bath: $23
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Dutch Windmills & Polder Walking Tour: $33
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour in Leiden: $163
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $320
- Leiden City Tour with Live guide in Netherlands: $41
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Walking City Tour with Live guide: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBath £14Leiden £22
Sample the Local Flavors in Bath
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bath:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47
Sample the Local Flavors in Leiden
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Leiden:
- Leiden Private Self-Guided Pub Crawl Pub Quiz: $21
- Leiden Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bath and Leiden, we can see that Bath is more expensive. And not only is Leiden much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Leiden would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Leiden 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 Bath would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bath than you might in Leiden.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bath Expensive? and Is Leiden Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bath or Leiden?
Leiden has a larger population, and is about 28% larger than the population of Bath. When comparing the sizes of Bath and Leiden, 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.
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.