Which place is cheaper, Road Town or Copenhagen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Copenhagen or Road Town?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Copenhagen and Road Town can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Copenhagen or Road Town?
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Copenhagen Prices
Denmark PricesRoad Town Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCopenhagen $270Road Town $355
The average daily cost (per person) in Copenhagen is $270, while the average daily cost in Road Town is $355. 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 Copenhagen and Road Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCopenhagen $96Road Town $206
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCopenhagen $192Road Town $412
Compare Hotels in Copenhagen and Road Town
Looking for a hotel in Copenhagen or Road Town? 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: Copenhagen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Copenhagen $76Road Town $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer: Airport CPH to Copenhagen by Luxury Van: $150
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $248
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $124
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $248
- Copenhagen Airport Premium Private Transfer ( Meet & Greet): $145
- Copenhagen Airport Transfer Service | English Speaking: $135
- Copenhagen Airport Transfers City Transfers and Disposal Services: $52
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)- Departure Private Transfer: $124
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $118
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $116
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port- RoundTrip Private Transfer: $232
- Private Transfer Airport To/From City: $171
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Road Town
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Road Town:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Copenhagen or Road Town?
Prices for flights to both Road Town and Copenhagen 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 dayCopenhagen $113Road Town $110
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $40
- Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $106
- Original Copenhagen food tour: 8 tastings, full meal & VIP access: $138
- Copenhagen Culinary Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $138
- Modern City Food Tour: $149
- Copenhagen Modern Food Tour: $151
- NEW! Eating Copenhagen Food Tour: More than Smørrebrød: $155
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $188
- Copenhagen Private Culinary Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Classics: $231
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Copenhagen $33Road Town $91
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$9.16
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Coffee$15
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Tour In Copenhagen with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.47
- Copenhagen Zoo Tower Entry Ticket: $3.92
- Copenhagen's Royal History: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hippies & Christianshavn Tip-Based Walking Tour: $5.78
- Copenhagen Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Copenhagen Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 29 reviews: $7.03
- Copenhagen Christiania: Hidden Stories Self-Guided Adventure: $7.30
- The Day the Soldiers Came: A Self Guided Copenhagen Walking Tour: $7.99
- Sakura in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Copenhagen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.27
- The Philosopher's Last Walk: An audio tour on the life of Søren Kierkegaard: $9.99
- Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen: $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Road Town
Here are a few typical costs in Road Town for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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1 Hr Horseback Ride in Sage Mt. Nat'l Pk$100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCopenhagen $14Road Town $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $47
- Vejrhøj Arch Hike with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $251
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Copenhagen and Road Town, we can see that Road Town is more expensive. And not only is Copenhagen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Copenhagen is in Europe and Road Town is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Copenhagen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Copenhagen 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 Road Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Road Town than you might in Copenhagen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Copenhagen Expensive? and Is Road Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Copenhagen or Road Town?
Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Road Town. When comparing the sizes of Copenhagen and Road Town, 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.