Which place is cheaper, Sopron or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Hamburg and Sopron can help you decide which place is right for you.
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
Sopron is a city in northwestern Hungary, located right on the Austrian border at the foot of the Alps near Lake Neusiedl.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best Budget Tours to Hungary, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, while the average daily cost in Sopron is €61. 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 Hamburg and Sopron in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few actual costs in Sopron for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Sopron, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Sopron much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sopron would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sopron 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg than you might in Sopron.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Sopron Expensive?.
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Sopron. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg and Sopron, 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.
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.
Both Sopron and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Hamburg is generally cooler than Sopron. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 17°C (62°F), and Sopron fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Sopron. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during summer. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 255 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Sopron. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Sopron and Hamburg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Hamburg is cooler than Sopron in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Sopron fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Sopron. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 140 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in October than Sopron. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Sopron. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Sopron can be very cold. Hamburg can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Hamburg is much colder than Sopron. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hamburg in January average around 0°C (33°F), and Sopron averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during winter. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 65 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Sopron. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Sopron. The spring months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the natural beauty.
In April, Hamburg is generally much colder than Sopron. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 8°C (46°F), and Sopron fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sopron. In the spring, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Sopron. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 202 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Sopron. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hamburg | Sopron | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |