Which place is cheaper, Delft or Inverness?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Inverness or Delft?
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 Inverness and Delft can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Inverness or Delft?
Inverness
Inverness is the northernmost city in Scotland, often referred to as the "gateway to the Highlands" as roads through Inverness lead to some of the most beautiful places in the Highlands. The city and surrounding area have a centuries old history, ranging from the battle of Culloden in the 1700's to Urquhart Castle that dates back to the 13th century. Inverness is the ideal place to explore Scotland's history and beauty, especially on a walk through the city or along the shore of the Firth. The warmest time of year is from June to September with temperatures usually in the 60's Fahrenheit and lighter rain. The rest of the year tends to be rainy and colder, with temperatures in the 40's Fahrenheit.
Delft
Delft is a wonderful, traditional town in the Netherlands that has historical architecture, numerous canals, bicyclists, and the popular, locally produced blue and white ceramics. The city itself is moderately sized and can easily be explored as a day trip. Alternatively, it's large enough to serve as a base if you wish to explore other parts of the region. Most people head to Amsterdam and then leave the Netherlands, but Delft offers an interesting alternative for those hoping to experience the Dutch culture on a more personal scale.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from London, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayInverness £168Delft £102
The average daily cost (per person) in Inverness is £168, while the average daily cost in Delft is £102. 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 Inverness and Delft in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personInverness £91Delft £65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomInverness £182Delft £130
Compare Hotels in Inverness and Delft
Looking for a hotel in Inverness or Delft? 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: Inverness Hotel Prices and Delft Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Inverness £33Delft £6.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Inverness
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Inverness:
- Inverness to Isle of Skye Direct transfer: $623
- Inverness to Glasgow Direct transfer: $781
- Inverness to Fort William Direct transfer: $374
- Inverness to Edinburgh Direct transfer: $781
- Inverness Private Transfer to Aviemore: $229
- Inverness Airport to Glenshee Ski Resort - Round-Trip Transfer: $131
- Inverness Airport (INV) to Lecht Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $33
- Inverness Airport (INV) to Glenshee Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $66
- Arrival Private Transfer from Inverness INV to Inverness City by luxury vehicle: $105
- Transfers / Tour from , inverness, Edinburgh ,Glasgow ,Aberdeen : $184
Is it cheaper to fly into Inverness or Delft?
Prices for flights to both Delft and Inverness 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 dayInverness £49Delft £32
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Inverness £44Delft £9.17
Tours and Activities in Inverness
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Inverness are as follows:
- 1-Day Moray Coast Tour with Speyside Whisky from Inverness: $97
- 2-Day Tour to Isle of Skye, The Fairy Pools & Highland Castles: $191
- 2-Hour Private Celtic Handfasting Ceremony Experience: $108
- 25 Shot Clay Pigeon Shooting Experience: $63
- Applecross, Loch Carron & Wild Highlands Tour from Inverness: $69
- Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour: $164
- Chauffeur driven sightseeing Edinburgh to & from Inverness: $1,000
- Clan Tour - Castle ,Whisky and History Tour: $172
- Craigs Luxury Speyside Private Whisky Tour: $686
- Day tour to Isle of Skye and Fairy Pools from Inverness: $126
- From Cairngorms National Park and Whisky Tour: $76
- From Glen Affric, Culloden and Clava Cairns Tour: $73
Tours and Activities in Delft
For Delft, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Walking Tour of Delft With a local guide: $2.57
- Historical Walking Audio Tour on Your Phone (ENG): $8.69
- Entrance Ticket for the Old and New Churches: $9.09
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $9.36
- Canal House Museum 'Paul Tetar van Elven' Ticket: $10
- Vermeer Centrum Delft Museum Entry Ticket: $13
- Canal Cruise with Guided Commentary: $13
- Museum Prinsenhof Entrance Ticket and Audio Guide: $15
- City Center Walking Tour: $15
- Delft - Scootertour in and around the city: $27
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Historical Weekly Walking Tour with a Local: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayInverness £23Delft £13
Sample the Local Flavors in Inverness
Also in Inverness, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Invergordon Port Dunrobin Castle, Clynelish Distillery Tour : $203
- Speyside Distillery Tour From Inverness: $1,124
Sample the Local Flavors in Delft
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Delft:
- Delft Pub Trail : Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Inverness and Delft, we can see that Inverness is more expensive. And not only is Delft much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delft would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delft 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 Inverness would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Inverness than you might in Delft.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Inverness Expensive? and Is Delft Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Inverness or Delft?
Delft has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Inverness. When comparing the sizes of Inverness and Delft, 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 Inverness or Delft?
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 Inverness or Delft in the Summer?
Both Delft and Inverness during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Inverness for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Inverness is generally cooler than Delft. Daily temperatures in Inverness average around 14°C (58°F), and Delft fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Delft, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Inverness often gets less sunshine than Delft. Inverness gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 202 hours of full sun.
Inverness usually gets less rain in July than Delft. Inverness gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Delft receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyInverness 14°C (58°F)Delft 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Inverness or Delft in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Inverness and Delft. Many visitors come to Inverness in the autumn for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.
Inverness is cooler than Delft in the autumn. The daily temperature in Inverness averages around 9°C (49°F) in October, and Delft fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Inverness usually receives less sunshine than Delft during autumn. Inverness gets 84 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Inverness usually receives less rain than Delft. Inverness gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Delft receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberInverness 9°C (49°F)Delft 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Inverness or Delft in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Inverness as well as Delft. Most visitors come to Inverness for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Delft can be very cold. Inverness can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Inverness is much warmer than Delft. Typically, the winter temperatures in Inverness in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Delft averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Inverness often gets less sunshine than Delft. Inverness gets 42 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 47 hours of full sun.
Inverness usually gets less rain in January than Delft. Inverness gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Delft receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryInverness 3°C (38°F)Delft 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Inverness or Delft in the Spring?
Both Delft and Inverness are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Inverness because of the small town charm.
In April, Inverness is generally cooler than Delft. Daily temperatures in Inverness average around 7°C (44°F), and Delft fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Inverness usually receives less sunshine than Delft during spring. Inverness gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Inverness usually receives less rain than Delft. Inverness gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Delft receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilInverness 7°C (44°F)Delft 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Delft and Inverness
| Inverness | Delft | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (58°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (49°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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.