Which place is cheaper, Uppsala or London?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit London or Uppsala?
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 London and Uppsala can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: London or Uppsala?
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
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 Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLondon £217Uppsala £135
The average daily cost (per person) in London is £217, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is £135. 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 London and Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLondon £125Uppsala £76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLondon £250Uppsala £152
Compare Hotels in London and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in London 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: London Hotel Prices and Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.London £26Uppsala £17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride£15
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Heathrow Express£18
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Luggage Storage£8.00
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London Map£1.29
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Oyster Card£36
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)£22
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Oyster Card£27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Southampton Port Transfer with Stonehenge stop-over included: $815
- Southampton: LHR to Southampton Executive SUV Transfer: $701
- Private Transfer London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Port: $620
- Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London: $606
- Private Transfer Heathrow to Southampton Cruise Terminal: $606
- Airport - hotel - airport transfers for Heathrow groups.: $532
- Cambridge: LHR to Cambridge Executive SUV Transfer: $525
- Transfer to/ from Dover Cruise port to Central London: $507
- Transfer to/from London Gatwick Airport to Dover Cruise Port: $489
- London Hotels and Airports: Private Transfer to Southampton: $472
- Heathrow to Southampton Private Cruise Transfer Luxury MPV: $472
- Southampton To London Heathrow Airport Transfers: $472
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: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into London or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala and London 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 dayLondon £59Uppsala £47
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks£13
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Tea£6.00
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason£39
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Morning Tea£6.35
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Pastry£5.00
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Sushi Dinner for One£18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $48
- Tasting History: A Choose Your Own Menu Food Tour: $49
- Pizza and Beer Bus Experience: $67
- London Soho & Covent Garden Food Tour by Do Eat Better : $79
- International Stand Up Show & Monmouth K. Dinner in Covent Garden: $89
- Borough Market Christmas Food Tour with Tea and Doughnuts: $96
- Private South Indian Home Cooking Experience in Orpington: $105
- Devour Borough Market & Leadenhall Food Tour with Wine: $115
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $117
- Hungry for Soho: London's Finest Food Tour: $122
- Eating London East End Food Tour: $122
- London Cheese Chocolate and Christmas Lights Food Tour: $123
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.London £33Uppsala £16
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert£83
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London Symphony Orchestra£34
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London Pass£47
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Comedy Show£8.00
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- Experience Fitzrovia Comedy Club in London: $6.85
- Greenwich, Real-world Adventure Game: $21
- London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited: $30
- Londons Treasures Guided Tour of the British Museum: $103
- Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket: $40
- Rock 'n' Roll Soho - a Walking Tour: $29
- Silent Disco Walking Tours West End Boogie Shoes: $40
- 'Cutty Sark' Entrance Ticket: $32
- 10 Craft Beer Tasting Experience: $48
- 2 Hour Big Ben to Borough Market Walking Tour: $41
- 2 Hour Private Rock & Roll Tour London: $295
- 2 Hours History Walking Tour of The Secret Streets in Chelsea : $89
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc: $212
- Adventure parc: $54
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
- Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala: $281
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $139
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Uppsala Private Guided Walking Tour: $280
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLondon £15Uppsala £15
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $16
- London Pub Tour: $27
- London Pub Crawl: $29
- Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail: $30
- Camden Pub Crawl in London: $34
- The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $34
- Small Group Covent Garden Historic Pub Tour in London: $34
- Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting: $41
- Small Group Historical Pub Tour, Beer Included: $60
- East End Craft Brewery Tour: $67
- Brixton Craft Brewery Tour: $67
- Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales: $95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between London and Uppsala, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Uppsala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Uppsala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uppsala 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Uppsala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is London Expensive? and Is Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, London or Uppsala?
London has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of London 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 London or Uppsala?
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 London or Uppsala in the Summer?
Both Uppsala and London are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to London this time of year.
In the summer, London is around the same temperature as Uppsala. Typically, the summer temperatures in London in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Uppsala averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Uppsala. London usually receives less sunshine than Uppsala during summer. London gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 260 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, London usually receives less rain than Uppsala. London gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLondon 18°C (64°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit London or Uppsala in the Autumn?
Both Uppsala and London during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to London for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, London is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in London average around 12°C (53°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, London often gets more sunshine than Uppsala. London gets 107 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 99 hours of full sun.
London usually gets more rain in October than Uppsala. London gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLondon 12°C (53°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit London or Uppsala in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both London and Uppsala. Many visitors come to London in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Uppsala can be very cold during winter. London can get quite cold in the winter. London is much warmer than Uppsala in the winter. The daily temperature in London averages around 4°C (40°F) in January, and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
London usually receives more sunshine than Uppsala during winter. London gets 52 hours of sunny skies, while Uppsala receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, London usually receives more rain than Uppsala. London gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLondon 4°C (40°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit London or Uppsala in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to London as well as Uppsala. Most visitors come to London for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, London is much warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the spring temperatures in London in April average around 9°C (48°F), and Uppsala averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In the spring, London often gets less sunshine than Uppsala. London gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Uppsala receives 185 hours of full sun.
London usually gets more rain in April than Uppsala. London gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLondon 9°C (48°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala and London
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 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.