Which place is cheaper, Linkoping or Odense?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Odense or Linkoping?
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 Linkoping. 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 Linkoping?
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.
Linkoping
Linkoping is in the northern portion of the Gotaland region and is the capital of Ostergotland county. The city has all of the amenities of a larger city, but manages to maintain the feel and atmosphere of a quaint small town. This is mainly due to the lack of tall buildings within the city limits. Building height is restricted by the nearby military airfield, so Linkoping has a cosy ambiance that leads you to believe that you're somewhere hidden away. The university that is located here also helps create the feel of a college town. The students are well integrated into city life and help bring energy and entertainment to town, both in the form of cultural events during the day as well and an active night life in the evening.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Copenhagen, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Denmark, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOdense $160Linkoping $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Odense is $160, while the average daily cost in Linkoping is $109. 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 Linkoping in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOdense $80Linkoping $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOdense $160Linkoping $108
Compare Hotels in Odense and Linkoping
Looking for a hotel in Odense or Linkoping? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Odense $44Linkoping $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Odense or Linkoping?
Prices for flights to both Linkoping 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 $51Linkoping $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Odense $29Linkoping $24
Tours and Activities in Odense
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Odense are as follows:
- Copenhagen Audio Tour: Following Hans Christian Andersen: $9.99
- River Cruise on the Odense River: $16
- GoBoat Self-drive Boat Tour: $57
- Inspiring Odense - Walking Tour for Couples: $478
- Christmas Charms in Odense - Walking Tour: $585
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOdense $22Linkoping $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Odense and Linkoping, we can see that Odense is more expensive. And not only is Linkoping much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Linkoping would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Linkoping 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 Linkoping.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Odense Expensive? and Is Linkoping Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Odense or Linkoping?
Odense has a larger population, and is about 51% larger than the population of Linkoping. When comparing the sizes of Odense and Linkoping, 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.