Which place is cheaper, Nantes or Leiden?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Leiden or Nantes?
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 Leiden and Nantes can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Leiden or Nantes?
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.
Nantes
Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeiden €133Nantes €108
The average daily cost (per person) in Leiden is €133, while the average daily cost in Nantes is €108. 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 Leiden and Nantes in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeiden €78Nantes €60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeiden €156Nantes €120
Compare Hotels in Leiden and Nantes
Looking for a hotel in Leiden or Nantes? 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: Leiden Hotel Prices and Nantes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leiden €26Nantes €36
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes
Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nantes Hotels to La Rochelle Cruise Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Nantes Atlantique Airport NTE to Puy du Fou Park: $174
- Private Transfer from Nantes Airport (NTE) to La Rochelle Port: $88
- Private Transfer from Airports to Nantes: $33
- Nantes to Nantes Airport (NTE) - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport: $65
- Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes Airport to City centre: $65
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Nantes Airport (NTE) to Nantes - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
Is it cheaper to fly into Leiden or Nantes?
Prices for flights to both Nantes and Leiden 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 dayLeiden €39Nantes €27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nantes
For Nantes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nantes Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
- All Inclusive Food Tour of Nantes Old Town with Local Guide: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leiden €17Nantes €13
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Dutch Windmills & Polder Walking Tour: $33
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour in Leiden: $163
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $320
- Leiden City Tour with Live guide in Netherlands: $41
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Walking City Tour with Live guide: $32
Tours and Activities in Nantes
For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Exploring London's Natural Marvels: Museum Adventure: $83
- Guided treetop adventure course in the heart of Nantes: $31
- Half-Day Tour in Nantes: $291
- Nantes : Must-see Attractions Walking Tour: $75
- Nantes : Private Walking Tour With A Local : $51
- Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $52
- Nantes Private Guided Walking Tour: $307
- Nantes Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.54
- Nantes Traditional Food Group Walking Tour: $102
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Panoramic Tour by Electric Bike: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeiden €26Nantes €6.43
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Nantes
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nantes:
- Château du Bois-Huaut: Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leiden and Nantes, we can see that Leiden is more expensive. And not only is Nantes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nantes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nantes 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 Nantes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leiden Expensive? and Is Nantes Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leiden or Nantes?
Nantes has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Leiden and Nantes, 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 Leiden or Nantes?
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 Leiden or Nantes in the Summer?
Both Nantes and Leiden are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Nantes for the family-friendly experiences.
Leiden is cooler than Nantes in the summer. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Nantes fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Nantes. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Leiden. Leiden usually receives less sunshine than Nantes during summer. Leiden gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Nantes receives 267 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Leiden usually receives more rain than Nantes. Leiden gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLeiden 17°C (62°F)Nantes 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Nantes in the Autumn?
Both Nantes and Leiden during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Nantes in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Leiden is cooler than Nantes. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Leiden in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Nantes averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Leiden often gets less sunshine than Nantes. Leiden gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nantes receives 141 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets less rain in October than Nantes. Leiden gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLeiden 11°C (51°F)Nantes 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Nantes in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Leiden and Nantes. Furthermore, most visitors come to Nantes for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Leiden can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Leiden is generally much colder than Nantes. Daily temperatures in Leiden average around 2°C (36°F), and Nantes fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Leiden usually receives less sunshine than Nantes during winter. Leiden gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Nantes receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Leiden usually receives less rain than Nantes. Leiden gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLeiden 2°C (36°F)Nantes 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Leiden or Nantes in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Leiden as well as Nantes. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Nantes because of the natural beauty.
Leiden is cooler than Nantes in the spring. The daily temperature in Leiden averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Nantes fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the spring, Leiden often gets less sunshine than Nantes. Leiden gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nantes receives 187 hours of full sun.
Leiden usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Nantes. Leiden gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Nantes receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLeiden 8°C (46°F)Nantes 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Nantes and Leiden
| Leiden | Nantes | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 84 mm (3.3 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.