Which place is cheaper, Leiden or Liverpool?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Liverpool or Leiden?
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 Leiden 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 Leiden?
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.
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 Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Sightseeing Tours in 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 dayLiverpool £161Leiden £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Liverpool is £161, 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 Liverpool and Leiden in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLiverpool £76Leiden £66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLiverpool £152Leiden £132
Compare Hotels in Liverpool and Leiden
Looking for a hotel in Liverpool 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: Liverpool Hotel Prices and Leiden Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Liverpool £26Leiden £22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liverpool
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Liverpool:
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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
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 Liverpool or Leiden?
Prices for flights to both Leiden 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
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Food Meals for one dayLiverpool £59Leiden £33
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Liverpool £36Leiden £15
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 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 dayLiverpool £13Leiden £22
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 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 Liverpool and Leiden, we can see that Liverpool is more expensive. And not only is Leiden much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Leiden would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Leiden 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 Leiden.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Liverpool Expensive? and Is Leiden Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Liverpool or Leiden?
Liverpool has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool or Leiden in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Liverpool as well as Leiden. Many visitors come to Liverpool in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Liverpool is around the same temperature as Leiden. Typically, the summer temperatures in Liverpool in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Leiden averages at about 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Leiden. In the summer, Liverpool often gets less sunshine than Leiden. Liverpool gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 204 hours of full sun.
Liverpool usually gets less rain in July than Leiden. Liverpool 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 JulyLiverpool 15°C (60°F)Leiden 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Leiden in the Autumn?
Both Leiden and Liverpool are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Liverpool for the shopping scene and the music scene during these months.
In October, Liverpool is generally around the same temperature as Leiden. Daily temperatures in Liverpool average around 12°C (53°F), and Leiden fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Liverpool usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Leiden during autumn. Liverpool gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 99 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Liverpool usually receives more rain than Leiden. Liverpool 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 OctoberLiverpool 12°C (53°F)Leiden 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Leiden in the Winter?
Both Leiden and Liverpool during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Liverpool because of the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Leiden in the winter. Liverpool is much warmer than Leiden in the winter. The daily temperature in Liverpool averages around 5°C (42°F) in January, and Leiden fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Liverpool often gets more sunshine than Leiden. Liverpool gets 53 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 46 hours of full sun.
Liverpool usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Leiden. Liverpool 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 JanuaryLiverpool 5°C (42°F)Leiden 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Liverpool or Leiden in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Liverpool and Leiden.
In the spring, Liverpool is around the same temperature as Leiden. Typically, the spring temperatures in Liverpool in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Leiden averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Liverpool usually receives less sunshine than Leiden during spring. Liverpool gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 166 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Liverpool usually receives around the same amount of rain as Leiden. Liverpool 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 AprilLiverpool 8°C (47°F)Leiden 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Leiden and Liverpool
| Liverpool | Leiden | |||
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| 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) |
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