Which place is cheaper, Uppsala or Kaunas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kaunas or Uppsala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kaunas and Uppsala. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kaunas or Uppsala?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €95Uppsala €126
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €95, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is €126. 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 Kaunas and Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Uppsala €83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Uppsala €166
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Uppsala? 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17Uppsala €18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- Departure Private Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by Minivan: $56
- Private Kaunas Airport to City Transfer: $48
- Private Transfer from Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by car: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €37Uppsala €30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Uppsala €17
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $55
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $86
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $170
- Kaunas Private Walking Tour: $84
- Kaunas Private Walking Tour: $374
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $86
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $170
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $109
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $144
- 2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour: $191
- Kayak Tour in Nemunas: $185
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $76
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $113
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Uppsala €16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Kaunas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kaunas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kaunas 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala than you might in Kaunas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Uppsala?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Uppsala, 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 Kaunas or Uppsala?
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 Kaunas or Uppsala in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Uppsala. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Kaunas is around the same temperature as Uppsala. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kaunas in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Uppsala averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kaunas this time of the year. In the summer, Kaunas often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Uppsala. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in July than Uppsala. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Uppsala in the Autumn?
Both Uppsala and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Kaunas is generally around the same temperature as Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 8°C (46°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Kaunas usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Uppsala during autumn. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Uppsala in the Winter?
Both Uppsala and Kaunas during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. The weather in Kaunas can be very cold. Kaunas is much colder than Uppsala in the winter. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In the winter, Kaunas often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Uppsala. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Uppsala. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Uppsala in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Uppsala. The activities around the city are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.
In the spring, Kaunas is a little warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kaunas in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Uppsala averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Kaunas usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Uppsala during spring. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Uppsala. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala and Kaunas
| Kaunas | Uppsala | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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