Which place is cheaper, Leiden or Huddersfield?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield and Leiden can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Huddersfield or Leiden?
Huddersfield
In West Yorkshire, England, Huddersfield is a historic textile town that in recent years has emerged as a tourist destination. The best way to arrive in Huddersfield is by train because the Huddersfield Railway Station is quite beautiful. Many of the buildings around town have historic architecture, making it an interesting place to visit. The town itself has a university vibe and the economy is sustained by the University of Huddersfield, which was previously known as Huddersfield Polytechnic.
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 Budget Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Tours for Seniors to 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 dayHuddersfield £34Leiden £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Huddersfield is £34, 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 Huddersfield and Leiden in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHuddersfield £7.00Leiden £66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHuddersfield £14Leiden £132
Compare Hotels in Huddersfield and Leiden
Looking for a hotel in Huddersfield 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: Huddersfield Hotel Prices and Leiden Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Huddersfield £1.25Leiden £22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Huddersfield
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Huddersfield:
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Parking£2.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Huddersfield
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Huddersfield:
- Private Transfer from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MAN): $289
- Private Transfer from Harrogate to Manchester Airport (MAN): $195
- Private Leeds Bradford Departure Transfer - Hotel / Accommodation to Airport: $45
- Private Leeds Bradford Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation: $45
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 Huddersfield or Leiden?
Prices for flights to both Leiden and Huddersfield 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 dayHuddersfield £27Leiden £33
Typical Food Prices in Huddersfield
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Huddersfield:
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Lunch for 2£17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Huddersfield
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Huddersfield.
- Harrogate Walking Food Tour: $76
- Small-Group Vegan Food Tour of Harrogate: $76
- Leeds 'Hidden Gems' Food Tour: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Huddersfield -Leiden £15
Tours and Activities in Huddersfield
Here are a few actual costs in Huddersfield for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Private Otley Ghost Tour : $20
- 1-Hour Public Cruise: $12
- 2 Hour Leeds Highlights Walking Tour : $15
- 3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon: $83
- Afternoon Tea Cruise in North Yorkshire: $35
- Emmerdale Classic Locations Bus Tour from Leeds: $51
- Harrogate Beer Tours: $44
- Harrogate Food & History Tour with local guide : $130
- Leeds Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Leeds Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK: $19
- Motorcycle Trials Bike Experience Day: $191
- North York Moors Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK: $32
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- The Hidden Stories of Leiden - Self-guided audio tour: $14
- Self-Guided City Trail Kids Tour in Noordwijk (4-8 years): $21
- Windmill cruise through Warmond: $21
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Sea Tour: $26
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Leiden Tour: $32
- Self-guided city trail - JOLA's Schnipseljagd Noordwijk Tour: $32
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHuddersfield £11Leiden £22
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 Huddersfield and Leiden, we can see that Leiden is more expensive. And not only is Huddersfield much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Huddersfield would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Huddersfield 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 Leiden would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leiden than you might in Huddersfield.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Huddersfield Expensive? and Is Leiden Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Huddersfield or Leiden?
Huddersfield has a larger population, and is about 24% larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Huddersfield 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.
When is the best time to visit Huddersfield or Leiden?
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 Huddersfield or Leiden in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Huddersfield as well as Leiden. The summer months attract visitors to Huddersfield because of the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Huddersfield is around the same temperature as Leiden in the summer. The daily temperature in Huddersfield averages around 16°C (62°F) in July, and Leiden fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Leiden. In the summer, Huddersfield often gets less sunshine than Leiden. Huddersfield gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 204 hours of full sun.
Huddersfield usually gets less rain in July than Leiden. Huddersfield gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHuddersfield 16°C (62°F)Leiden 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Huddersfield or Leiden in the Autumn?
Both Leiden and Huddersfield are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The small town atmosphere are the main draw to Huddersfield this time of year.
In the autumn, Huddersfield is around the same temperature as Leiden. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Huddersfield in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Leiden averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Huddersfield usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Leiden during autumn. Huddersfield gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Huddersfield usually receives more rain than Leiden. Huddersfield gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHuddersfield 11°C (52°F)Leiden 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Huddersfield or Leiden in the Winter?
Both Leiden and Huddersfield during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Huddersfield for the museums and the cuisine.
Leiden can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Huddersfield. In January, Huddersfield is generally much warmer than Leiden. Daily temperatures in Huddersfield average around 4°C (39°F), and Leiden fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Huddersfield often gets more sunshine than Leiden. Huddersfield gets 53 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 46 hours of full sun.
Huddersfield usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Leiden. Huddersfield gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHuddersfield 4°C (39°F)Leiden 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Huddersfield or Leiden in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Huddersfield and Leiden. Many visitors come to Huddersfield in the spring for the small town charm.
Huddersfield is around the same temperature as Leiden in the spring. The daily temperature in Huddersfield averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Leiden fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Huddersfield usually receives less sunshine than Leiden during spring. Huddersfield gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 166 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Huddersfield usually receives around the same amount of rain as Leiden. Huddersfield gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHuddersfield 8°C (46°F)Leiden 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Leiden and Huddersfield
| Huddersfield | Leiden | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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