Which place is cheaper, Roseau 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 Roseau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Roseau, 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 Roseau?
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
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $161Roseau $242
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $161, while the average daily cost in Roseau is $242. 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 Roseau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $79Roseau $135
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $158Roseau $270
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Roseau
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Roseau? 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 $23Roseau $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo Round-Trip Private Transfer: $272
- Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Bus: $264
- Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL: $264
- Arrival Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo by Business Van: $257
- Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $191
- Private Oslo Airport and City Transfers: $178
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL by Luxury Van: $177
- Oslo Private Transfer Between Gardermoen Airport and City: $158
- Private Transfer From Oslo To Drammen With a 2 Hour Stop: $154
- Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $153
- Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $142
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Roseau?
Prices for flights to both Roseau 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 $56Roseau $90
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: $164
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $166
- Skinnerbakken Oslo Cooking Experience: $175
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $192
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $16Roseau $42
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- 2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship: $71
- 2hr Retro Motorcycle Sidecar Oslo Highlights Tour: $291
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $7.99
- Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo: $109
- Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $38
- Best of Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours): $69
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $46
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat: $76
- Hipstoric Grünerløkka Private Walking Tour: $246
- Historic Exclusive Private Tour with a Local: $161
Typical Entertainment Prices in Roseau
For Roseau, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Half Day Taxi Tour of Island$100
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1/2 Day Kayak Rental$35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $9.81Roseau $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Roseau, we can see that Roseau 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 Roseau 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 Roseau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Roseau 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 Roseau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Roseau?
Oslo has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Roseau. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Roseau, 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.