Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Odense?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Odense or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Odense and Gothenburg. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Odense or Gothenburg?
Odense
Odense is the largest city on the island of Funen in Denmark. With a population of over 180,000, it is the third largest city in Denmark as a whole and sometimes is known as the unofficial capital. This city is the birthplace of the famous fairytale writer, Hans Christian Andersen.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Copenhagen, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Denmark, The Best 10-Day Tours in Sweden, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOdense $160Gothenburg $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Odense is $160, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $97. 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 Odense and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOdense $80Gothenburg $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOdense $160Gothenburg $80
Compare Hotels in Odense and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Odense or Gothenburg? 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: Odense Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Odense $44Gothenburg $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $15
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $15
- Transfer From Gothenburg Hotel To Gothenburg Museum of Art: $32
- Private Transfer from Goteborg Port to Gothenburg Airport (GOT): $50
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg Airport (GOT) to Goteborg Port: $50
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Private Transfer from Gothenburg city to Goteborg Cruise Port: $64
- Private Transfer from Goteborg Cruise Port to Gothenburg City: $64
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $94
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $101
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Odense or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Odense 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 dayOdense $51Gothenburg $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Odense $29Gothenburg $15
Tours and Activities in Odense
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Odense are as follows:
- Christmas Charms in Odense - Walking Tour: $585
- Copenhagen Audio Tour: Following Hans Christian Andersen: $9.99
- GoBoat Self-drive Boat Tour: $57
- Inspiring Odense - Walking Tour for Couples: $478
- River Cruise on the Odense River: $16
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $9.26
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $21
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off 24-Hour Sightseeing Boat: $30
- Lilla Bommen: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island: $31
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour: $31
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $31
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $31
- Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the Savean River: $33
- Guided boat tour to Vinga in Gothenburg: $33
- Archipelago cruise with guide: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOdense $22Gothenburg $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Odense and Gothenburg, we can see that Odense is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Odense would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Odense than you might in Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Odense Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Odense or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Odense. When comparing the sizes of Odense and Gothenburg, 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.
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.