Which place is cheaper, Road Town or Oslo?
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 Oslo or Road Town?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Road Town, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Oslo or Road Town?
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Oslo Prices
Norway PricesRoad Town Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $155Road Town $355
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $155, while the average daily cost in Road Town is $355. 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 Oslo and Road Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $76Road Town $206
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $152Road Town $412
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Road Town
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Road Town? 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: Oslo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $22Road Town $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $137
- Airport Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $146
- Arrival Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo by Business Van: $249
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL by Luxury Van: $171
- Oslo Airport Hotel Transfer Service English Speaking: $145
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL)-Departure Private Transfer: $100
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $132
- Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $148
- Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $87
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Road Town
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Road Town:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Road Town?
Prices for flights to both Road Town and Oslo 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 dayOslo $54Road Town $110
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $160
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $160
- Skinnerbakken Oslo Cooking Experience: $170
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $187
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $15Road Town $91
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Self-Guided Tours in Oslo with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.42
- Downtown Self-Guided Highlights and History Audio Tour: $5.00
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
- Discover Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $18
- The Fram Museum Admission Ticket: $19
- Oslo City Walking Tour with Local Guide: $24
- The Viking Planet Museum Ticket: $31
- 2-Hour Essential Oslo in the City Center Guided Walking Tour: $33
- Best of Oslo Walking Tour in German: $37
- 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line: $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Road Town
Here are a few typical costs in Road Town for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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1 Hr Horseback Ride in Sage Mt. Nat'l Pk$100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $9.44Road Town $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Road Town, we can see that Road Town is more expensive. And not only is Oslo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oslo is in Europe and Road Town is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Oslo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oslo 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 Road Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Road Town than you might in Oslo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oslo Expensive? and Is Road Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Road Town?
Oslo has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Road Town. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Road Town, 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.