Which place is cheaper, Leuven or Newcastle upon Tyne?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne and Leuven can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven?
Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne is a port city located in northeast England with a population of about 250,000. It's popular with tourists in large part because it has what is considered to be the best nightlife in England. It's a diverse city with a lot of art, music, and sports. It also makes for a good starting point to tour the Northumberland coast and Hadrian's Wall. There's a distinct and rich culture in the area, much of which is centered around the Geordie culture with lots of folk music and traditional dance.
Leuven
Lying just east of Brussels, Leuven is a Belgian city and capital of the Province of Flemish Brabant known for its breweries, historic architecture, and university. Because of the university, the town is at its busiest during the academic year (September through June), but there is plenty to see and do during all seasons.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Historical Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Luxury Tours to Belgium, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNewcastle upon Tyne £130Leuven £152
The average daily cost (per person) in Newcastle upon Tyne is £130, while the average daily cost in Leuven is £152. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne and Leuven in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNewcastle upon Tyne £51Leuven £79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNewcastle upon Tyne £102Leuven £158
Compare Hotels in Newcastle upon Tyne and Leuven
Looking for a hotel in Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven? 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: Newcastle upon Tyne Hotel Prices and Leuven Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Newcastle upon Tyne £12Leuven £52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Newcastle upon Tyne
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Newcastle upon Tyne:
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Parking£1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Newcastle upon Tyne
Also for Newcastle upon Tyne, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Newcastle Airport to Lake District Ski Club - Round-Trip Transfer: $65
- Newcastle Airport to Lake District Ski Resort Arrival Transfer: $33
- Newcastle Airport to Newcastle Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $104
- Private Newcastle Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leuven
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leuven:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Brussels APT-HTL(BRU): $81
- Transfer from Brussels city (any hotel or address) to BRU Airport : $109
- Transfer from Brussels city (any hotel or address) to BRU Airport: $131
- Transfer from Brussels Airport->Brussels MB E-CLASS 3 PAX: $109
- Transfer from Brussels Airport to Brussels MB V Class 7 PAX: $130
- Transfer from Brussels Airport -> Antwerp MB S-CLASS 3 PAX: $235
- Transfer from BRU Airport to Brussels city (any hotel or address): $130
- Transfer from BRU Airport to Brussels city (any hotel or address): $109
- Transfer From Brussels Airport to Charleroi Airport: $175
- Transfer Brussels airport <-> Tomorrowland Boom (1 to 8 Places): $104
- Transfer Brussels Airport -> Brussels MB V-CLASS 7 PAX: $130
- Transfer Brussels Airport -> Antwerp MB V-CLASS 7 PAX: $201
Is it cheaper to fly into Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven?
Prices for flights to both Leuven and Newcastle upon Tyne 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 dayNewcastle upon Tyne £68Leuven £42
Typical Food Prices in Newcastle upon Tyne
For Newcastle upon Tyne, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee (2)£4.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Newcastle upon Tyne
For Newcastle upon Tyne, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Ultimate Cheese & Wine Food Tour: $83
- Newcastle Street Food Tour: $88
- A Taste Of Newcastle Food Tour: $89
- Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour: $191
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Leuven
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Leuven.
- Mechelen Small-Group Walking Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $75
- Mechelen Food Tour: $82
- Vegan Walking Food Tour in Mechelen: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Newcastle upon Tyne £17Leuven £19
Tours and Activities in Newcastle upon Tyne
For Newcastle upon Tyne, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hadrian's Wall: A Self-Guided Audio Tour along the Ruins: $5.20
- Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket: $16
- Private Bike Tour of Berwick: $19
- Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK: $19
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Sunderland by Zombie Scavengers: $20
- Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour: $23
- 1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour: $23
- 1-Hour and a Half Walking Guided Tour in Medieval Newcastle: $25
- Guided Walks and Tours, Seahouses, Beadnell & Bamburgh: $29
- Northumberland Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK: $32
- Halloween Special: Newcastle's Dark Side Walking Tour: $32
- 3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne: $38
Tours and Activities in Leuven
Here are a few actual costs in Leuven for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guided Small-Group Cycling Tour of Mechelen: $60
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Offline Access: $5.99
- Mechelen Small-Group Running Tour: $52
- Private 2 Hour Walking Tour of Mechelen : $229
- Small-Group Chocolate Tour in Mechelen: $63
- Small-Group Mechelen City Guided Walking Tour: $52
- Soothing Corners of Leuven - Romantic Tour: $288
- Special Christmas Journey in Leuven - Walking Tour: $395
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNewcastle upon Tyne £9.43Leuven £21
Sample the Local Flavors in Newcastle upon Tyne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Newcastle upon Tyne:
- Private Newcastle Pub Tour: $191
- Newcastle Private Historic Pub Tour: $203
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Newcastle upon Tyne and Leuven, we can see that Leuven is more expensive. And not only is Newcastle upon Tyne much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Newcastle upon Tyne would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Leuven would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leuven than you might in Newcastle upon Tyne.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Newcastle upon Tyne Expensive? and Is Leuven Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven?
Newcastle upon Tyne has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Leuven. When comparing the sizes of Newcastle upon Tyne and Leuven, 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 Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven in the Summer?
Both Leuven and Newcastle upon Tyne during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Newcastle upon Tyne for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Newcastle upon Tyne is generally cooler than Leuven. Daily temperatures in Newcastle upon Tyne average around 15°C (59°F), and Leuven fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In the summer, Newcastle upon Tyne often gets less sunshine than Leuven. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leuven receives 186 hours of full sun.
Newcastle upon Tyne usually gets more rain in July than Leuven. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNewcastle upon Tyne 15°C (59°F)Leuven 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Newcastle upon Tyne and Leuven. The autumn months attract visitors to Newcastle upon Tyne because of the shopping scene.
Newcastle upon Tyne is cooler than Leuven in the autumn. The daily temperature in Newcastle upon Tyne averages around 10°C (49°F) in October, and Leuven fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Newcastle upon Tyne usually receives less sunshine than Leuven during autumn. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 69 hours of sunny skies, while Leuven receives 114 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Newcastle upon Tyne gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Newcastle upon Tyne usually receives more rain than Leuven. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNewcastle upon Tyne 10°C (49°F)Leuven 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Newcastle upon Tyne as well as Leuven. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Newcastle upon Tyne this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Leuven. It's quite cold in Newcastle upon Tyne in the winter. In the winter, Newcastle upon Tyne is around the same temperature as Leuven. Typically, the winter temperatures in Newcastle upon Tyne in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Leuven averages at about 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Newcastle upon Tyne often gets less sunshine than Leuven. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leuven receives 49 hours of full sun.
Newcastle upon Tyne receives a lot of rain in the winter. Newcastle upon Tyne usually gets more rain in January than Leuven. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNewcastle upon Tyne 3°C (38°F)Leuven 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Newcastle upon Tyne or Leuven in the Spring?
Both Leuven and Newcastle upon Tyne are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Newcastle upon Tyne is generally cooler than Leuven. Daily temperatures in Newcastle upon Tyne average around 7°C (45°F), and Leuven fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Newcastle upon Tyne usually receives less sunshine than Leuven during spring. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 134 hours of sunny skies, while Leuven receives 147 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Newcastle upon Tyne usually receives more rain than Leuven. Newcastle upon Tyne gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNewcastle upon Tyne 7°C (45°F)Leuven 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Leuven and Newcastle upon Tyne
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
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