Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Belfast?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belfast or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Belfast or Gothenburg, 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: Belfast or Gothenburg?
Belfast
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and the second largest city on the island of Ireland after Dublin. It has a population of about 270,000 and almost 500,000 in the metropolitan area. It's located on the mouth of the River Lagan and is set between many low hills that rise up around it.
One of the most famous, and tragic times in Belfast's history is referred to as "The Troubles." During this time, between 1969 and 1997, there were many bomb and gun attacks throughout the city. This left many areas as essentially no-go zones. Neighborhoods became completely lawless do to the lack of security and the damage is still visible today in some areas. In 1998 the Good Friday Agreement was signed and much of the politically motivated violence ended. The city actually received praise recently as the safest city in the UK based on crime rate. Tourism is growing and many visitors enjoy seeing this less popular travel destination. The city has a lot of character and will give you an interesting take on Irish and British history.
Belfast has a temperate climate and temperature and precipitation have little variation throughout the year. The climate is influenced by the warming effects of the Gulf Stream, making it warmer than many cities that are found at the same latitude. Rain is common with precipitation falling an average of 157 days a year. Snow is much less common, although it does happen about ten days a year. The warmest days during the summer may reach a temperature around 25 degrees Celsius and the coldest days have lows that drop just below freezing.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelfast £133Gothenburg £78
The average daily cost (per person) in Belfast is £133, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is £78. 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 Belfast and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelfast £68Gothenburg £32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelfast £136Gothenburg £64
Compare Hotels in Belfast and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Belfast or Gothenburg? 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: Belfast Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belfast £14Gothenburg £15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belfast
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belfast:
- Private Transfer from Dundonald to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $48
- Private Transfer from Carryduff to Belfast Airport (BFS): $98
- Private Transfer from Belfast City to Belfast Airport (BFS): $87
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Warrenpoint: $140
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Scarvagh : $121
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Rostrevor: $143
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Rosslea: $221
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Rathfriland : $126
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Poyntzpass: $126
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Portstewart : $195
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Pomeroy : $178
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Plumbridge : $213
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $16
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $16
- Transfer From Gothenburg Hotel To Gothenburg Museum of Art: $34
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg Airport (GOT) to Goteborg Port: $52
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $56
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $56
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Goteborg Cruise Port: $67
- Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $68
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $98
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $106
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $113
Is it cheaper to fly into Belfast or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Belfast 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 dayBelfast £51Gothenburg £31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belfast
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belfast.
- Guided Craft Beer and Street Food Tour: $98
- Craft Beer and Food Tour of Belfast: $100
- The original Belfast Food Tour™️ with drinks: $106
- Belfast Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $113
- The Original Belfast Food Tour™ with Drinks: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belfast £18Gothenburg £12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Belfast
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Belfast are as follows:
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Movie Tickets£8.00
Tours and Activities in Belfast
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belfast are as follows:
- Belfast A Music and StreetArt Experience. Small Gr Walking Tour : $27
- Belfast Political Murals Street Art and Peace Wall Small Group Walking Tour : $29
- Belfast Taxi Tours Original Drivers who worked throughout The Troubles 2hrs: $259
- Belfast The Troubles cab tour Adventure 2hrs personal guide : $118
- Eclectic Belfast walking experience, along'The Marti Way': $29
- Historical Private Tour in Belfast : $80
- (Small Group) Shore Tour from Giant's Causeway and Belfast Day Trip: $153
- 1.5 hours Belfast black cab and Murals Tour: $86
- 2 Hour Terror and Mural History Belfast taxi Private Tour : $192
- 2 hours Belfast Original Drivers The Troubles Black Taxi Tour: $97
- 2 hours unique Belfast Black Taxi tour: $146
- 2hours Belfast’s political war and peace private taxi tour: $211
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $22
- City Canal Sightseeing Cruise: $24
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $32
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $33
- Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $33
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $33
- Historical Walking Tour in Central City: $34
- 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $34
- Historical Walking Tour in Restaurant and Bars in Central City: $35
- Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the Savean River: $35
- Guided boat tour to Vinga in Gothenburg: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelfast £7.86Gothenburg £16
Sample the Local Flavors in Belfast
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Belfast:
- Pub Crawl and Bar Walking Tour with Two Drinks: $20
- Belfast Pub Crawl: $21
- McConnell's Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting: $26
- Explore & Taste: Distillery Tour at Titanic Distillers: $33
- Belfast Giant's Causeway and Titanic Distillery Whiskey Tour: $72
- VIP Skip-the Line Titanic Museum and Distillery Tasting Tour: $125
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belfast and Gothenburg, we can see that Belfast is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Belfast would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Belfast than you might in Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belfast Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belfast or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 83% larger than the population of Belfast. When comparing the sizes of Belfast and Gothenburg, 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 Belfast or Gothenburg?
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 Belfast or Gothenburg in the Summer?
Both Gothenburg and Belfast during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Belfast in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Belfast is generally around the same temperature as Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Belfast average around 15°C (59°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Gothenburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Belfast often gets less sunshine than Gothenburg. Belfast gets 151 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun.
Belfast usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Gothenburg. Belfast gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelfast 15°C (59°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Belfast or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Belfast and Gothenburg. Most visitors come to Belfast for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Belfast is around the same temperature as Gothenburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belfast averages around 9°C (48°F) in October, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Belfast usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg during autumn. Belfast gets 92 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Belfast usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gothenburg. Belfast gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelfast 9°C (48°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Belfast or Gothenburg in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Belfast as well as Gothenburg. The winter months attract visitors to Belfast because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Gothenburg in the winter. The weather in Belfast can be very cold. In the winter, Belfast is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belfast in January average around 4°C (39°F), and Gothenburg averages at about -2°C (29°F).
In the winter, Belfast often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Belfast gets 50 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun.
Belfast usually gets more rain in January than Gothenburg. Belfast gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelfast 4°C (39°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Belfast or Gothenburg in the Spring?
Both Gothenburg and Belfast are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city are the main draw to Belfast this time of year.
In April, Belfast is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Belfast average around 8°C (46°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Belfast usually receives less sunshine than Gothenburg during spring. Belfast gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Belfast usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Belfast gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelfast 8°C (46°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Belfast
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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