A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Liverpool vs. Delft for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Liverpool or Delft?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Liverpool and Delft can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Liverpool or Delft?

Liverpool

Famous as the hometown of The Beatles, Liverpool is a maritime city on the northwest coast of England. Historically, it was a key port to trade and migration and still plays a major role today, its Pier Head Waterfront being designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004. Beyond the waterfront, Liverpool is a large vibrant city with a thriving cultural heritage, historic landmarks, and a handful of unique neighborhoods with plenty to see and do.

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 Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Sightseeing Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Netherlands.


Which place is cheaper, Delft or Liverpool?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Liverpool is £161, 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 Liverpool and Delft in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Liverpool £76
    Delft £65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Liverpool £152
    Delft £130
Compare Hotels in Liverpool and Delft

Looking for a hotel in Liverpool 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.

Hotels in Liverpool


Hotels in Delft


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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: Liverpool Hotel Prices and Delft Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Liverpool £26
    Delft £6.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liverpool

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Liverpool:


  • City bike hire Liverpool
    £6.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liverpool

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Liverpool:

  • Private Transfer from Warrington to Manchester Airport (MAN): $69
  • Private Transfer from Stockton Heath to Manchester Airport (MAN): $64
  • Private Transfer from Liverpool Airport (LPL) to Holyhead Port: $103
  • Private Transfer from Knutsford to Manchester Airport (MAN): $64
  • Private Liverpool Departure Transfer - Liverpool Hotel / Accomm To Airport: $50
  • Private Liverpool Arrival Transfer:Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Hotel/Accomm: $50
  • Private Departure Transfer from Liverpool City Center to Liverpool Airport (LPL): $47
  • Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Liverpool: $6.86
  • Beatles-Themed Private Taxi Tour with Transfers: $162
  • BUS Transfer to/from John Lennon Airport: $5.75
  • Liverpool to Manchester Airport(MAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $79
  • Liverpool to Liverpool Airport (LPL) - Departure Private Transfer: $41

Is it cheaper to fly into Liverpool or Delft?

Prices for flights to both Delft and Liverpool 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Liverpool £59
    Delft £32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liverpool

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Liverpool.

  • Brewery Bus Tour with Beer Tasting and Pizza: $81
  • Brewery bus tour, 5 breweries, 12 beers, 1 pizza, 1 bus: $89
  • Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $100

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Liverpool £36
    Delft £9.17

Tours and Activities in Liverpool

Here are a few actual costs in Liverpool for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • A Hope Street Stroll: A self-guided tour from the Metropolitan Cathedral to LIPA: $5.20
  • A Walk Through Time: History of Liverpool Walking Tour: $22
  • Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Liverpool: $51
  • Awesome Corners of Liverpool – Family Walking Tour: $286
  • BEST OF LIVERPOOL History & Culture Tour-From The Cruise Terminal: $27
  • BEST OF LIVERPOOL-Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour: $27
  • Beatles & Beyond: A Liverpool Legacy Tour: $303
  • Beatles Classic Tour of Liverpool by Private Taxi: $234
  • Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool-From the Cruise Terminal: $27
  • Beatles Magical Mystery Tour: $25
  • Best of Liverpool Sightseeing Tour by Private Taxi: $252
  • Brews, Views, football & History Tour: $82

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Liverpool £13
    Delft £13

Sample the Local Flavors in Liverpool

Also in Liverpool, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • FunnyBoyz Liverpool - Drag Shows, Tributes, Brunches & Bar Crawls: $19
  • Liverpool Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $50
  • Pirate Pub Crawl & Boat Tour: $56

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 Liverpool and Delft, we can see that Liverpool 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 Liverpool would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Liverpool 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 Liverpool Expensive? and Is Delft Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Liverpool or Delft?

Liverpool has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Delft. When comparing the sizes of Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool or Delft in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Liverpool as well as Delft. The summer months attract visitors to Liverpool because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Liverpool is generally around the same temperature as Delft. Daily temperatures in Liverpool average around 15°C (60°F), and Delft fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delft. In the summer, Liverpool often gets less sunshine than Delft. Liverpool gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 202 hours of full sun.

Liverpool usually gets less rain in July than Delft. Liverpool gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Delft receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Liverpool 15°C (60°F) 
    Delft 17°C (62°F)

Should I visit Liverpool or Delft in the Autumn?

Both Delft and Liverpool are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene and the music scene are the main draw to Liverpool this time of year.

Liverpool is around the same temperature as Delft in the autumn. The daily temperature in Liverpool averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Delft fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

Liverpool usually receives less sunshine than Delft during autumn. Liverpool gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Liverpool usually receives more rain than Delft. Liverpool gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Delft receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Liverpool 12°C (53°F) 
    Delft 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Liverpool or Delft in the Winter?

Both Delft and Liverpool during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Liverpool for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

Delft can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Liverpool is much warmer than Delft. Typically, the winter temperatures in Liverpool in January average around 5°C (42°F), and Delft averages at about 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Liverpool often gets more sunshine than Delft. Liverpool gets 53 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delft receives 47 hours of full sun.

Liverpool usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Delft. Liverpool gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Delft receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Liverpool 5°C (42°F) 
    Delft 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Liverpool or Delft in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Liverpool and Delft.

In April, Liverpool is generally around the same temperature as Delft. Daily temperatures in Liverpool average around 8°C (47°F), and Delft fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).

Liverpool usually receives less sunshine than Delft during spring. Liverpool gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Delft receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Liverpool usually receives around the same amount of rain as Delft. Liverpool gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Delft receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Liverpool 8°C (47°F) 
    Delft 8°C (46°F)

Typical Weather for Delft and Liverpool

Liverpool Delft
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 5°C (42°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Feb 5°C (41°F) 50 mm (2 in) 3°C (37°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 6°C (44°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Apr 8°C (47°F) 51 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 52 mm (2 in)
May 11°C (52°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 12°C (54°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 14°C (56°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 15°C (60°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 17°C (62°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Aug 15°C (60°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 12°C (53°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Dec 6°C (44°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 3°C (38°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)