Which place is cheaper, Stuttgart or Gothenburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gothenburg or Stuttgart?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gothenburg or Stuttgart? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Gothenburg or Stuttgart?
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.
Stuttgart
Stuttgart is a large city in southern Germany, notably famous for being the headquarters to some auto industry giants such as Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. The population of the city proper is about 600,000 and there are two and half million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to the 10th century and today it is a large city that still maintains a small town vibe. The local residents are quite friendly and eager to welcome you to their city. They are also very accommodating if you do not speak German, so you can always expect a little help with translation if it is needed.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGothenburg $97Stuttgart $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Gothenburg is $97, while the average daily cost in Stuttgart is $176. 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 Gothenburg and Stuttgart in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGothenburg $40Stuttgart $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGothenburg $80Stuttgart $216
Compare Hotels in Gothenburg and Stuttgart
Looking for a hotel in Gothenburg or Stuttgart? 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: Gothenburg Hotel Prices and Stuttgart Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gothenburg $18Stuttgart $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $145
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea (UME) Airport to City centre: $145
- Transfer From Gothenburg Hotel To Gothenburg Museum of Art: $32
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Goteborg Cruise Port: $64
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $102
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Stockholm: $505
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Alingsås: $119
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $174
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Central Ostersund to Ostersund Airport: $174
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stuttgart
Also for Stuttgart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Stuttgart Airport to Baden-Baden: $291
- Private Transfer to/from Stuttgart Airport (STR): $103
- Stuttgart Airport(STR) to Baden-Baden Thermal Round-Trip Transfer: $153
- Stuttgart Airport to Titisee-Neustadt Thermal Private Transfer: $153
- Stuttgart Airport to Titisee-Neustadt Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $76
- Stuttgart Airport to Oberstdorf Alpsee Grünten Arrival Transfer: $87
- Stuttgart Airport to Oberstdorf Alpse Grünten Round Trip Transfer: $175
- Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $76
- Special Private Transfer from Stuttgart to Mercedes-Benz Museum: $91
- Private Transfer: Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by MB Van: $91
- Private Transfer: Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport STR by MB Sedan: $91
- Private Transfer: Stuttgart Airport STR to Stuttgart by MB Van: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Gothenburg or Stuttgart?
Prices for flights to both Stuttgart and Gothenburg 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 dayGothenburg $38Stuttgart $40
Typical Food Prices in Stuttgart
For Stuttgart, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Panini To Go$2.14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gothenburg $15Stuttgart $25
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Days Private Tour in Gothenburg: $300
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
- After Dark in A Guided Nightlife Tour: $263
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $40
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $113
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Discover Gothenburg - Private Walking Tour: $224
- Egypt Oasis Adventure Package: $918
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
- Entry Ticket To Universeum in Gothenburg with pickup: $64
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $113
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in Gothenburg from Gothenburg Port: $283
Tours and Activities in Stuttgart
For Stuttgart, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- City Tour Heilbronn in a double-decker bus: $22
- Mulled winetour before christmas in Stuttgart: $46
- Private Guided Walking Tour in Stuttgart: $71
- Private Shopping Tour from Stuttgart City to Outletcity Metzingen: $163
- Private Shopping Tour from Stuttgart to Outletcity Metzingen: $147
- Private digital puzzle tour in the Stuttgart Höhenpark Killesberg: $37
- SUP BASIC COURSE Stuttgart Neckar Stand Up Paddling / Paddling Adventure Jones Tours: $54
- Stuttgart 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour: $21
- Stuttgart City walk - Private tour: $356
- Stuttgart Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Stuttgart Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour in a double-decker bus: $22
- Stuttgart Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGothenburg $20Stuttgart $23
Sample the Local Flavors in Stuttgart
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Stuttgart:
- Vineyard hike along one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Stuttgart with wine tasting: $28
- Wine hike with wine tasting: $31
- Guided Wine Walk & Wine Tasting: $44
- Wine Tour with wines of the best winemakers: $46
- Fußball Weintour - Football & Wine Tour: $46
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gothenburg and Stuttgart, we can see that Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stuttgart 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 Gothenburg Expensive? and Is Stuttgart Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gothenburg or Stuttgart?
Stuttgart has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Gothenburg and Stuttgart, 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 Gothenburg or Stuttgart?
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 Gothenburg or Stuttgart in the Summer?
Both Stuttgart and Gothenburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Stuttgart this time of year.
Gothenburg is cooler than Stuttgart in the summer. The daily temperature in Gothenburg averages around 16°C (61°F) in July, and Stuttgart fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
It's quite sunny in Stuttgart. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gothenburg. Gothenburg usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Stuttgart during summer. Gothenburg gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Stuttgart receives 238 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Stuttgart. Gothenburg gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGothenburg 16°C (61°F)Stuttgart 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Stuttgart in the Autumn?
Both Stuttgart and Gothenburg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Stuttgart for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Gothenburg is much colder than Stuttgart. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Gothenburg in October average around 9°C (47°F), and Stuttgart averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Gothenburg often gets less sunshine than Stuttgart. Gothenburg gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stuttgart receives 122 hours of full sun.
Gothenburg usually gets more rain in October than Stuttgart. Gothenburg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGothenburg 9°C (47°F)Stuttgart 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Stuttgart in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Gothenburg and Stuttgart. Also, many visitors come to Stuttgart in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Stuttgart can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Gothenburg. In January, Gothenburg is generally much colder than Stuttgart. Daily temperatures in Gothenburg average around -2°C (29°F), and Stuttgart fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Gothenburg usually receives less sunshine than Stuttgart during winter. Gothenburg gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Stuttgart receives 60 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Gothenburg usually receives more rain than Stuttgart. Gothenburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGothenburg -2°C (29°F)Stuttgart 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Gothenburg or Stuttgart in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Gothenburg as well as Stuttgart. Also, most visitors come to Stuttgart for the activities around the city during these months.
Gothenburg is much colder than Stuttgart in the spring. The daily temperature in Gothenburg averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Stuttgart fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
In the spring, Gothenburg often gets more sunshine than Stuttgart. Gothenburg gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stuttgart receives 154 hours of full sun.
Gothenburg usually gets less rain in April than Stuttgart. Gothenburg gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Stuttgart receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGothenburg 5°C (41°F)Stuttgart 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Stuttgart and Gothenburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
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