Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Oslo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Oslo or Toronto?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Toronto, 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 Toronto?
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.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $137Toronto $205
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $137, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $205. 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 Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $81Toronto $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $162Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Toronto? 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 and Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $23Toronto $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$6.61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Trondheim Vaernes Airport (TRD) to Trondheim- Round-Trip Transfer: $81
- Trondheim Vaernes Airport (TRD) to Trondheim - Arrival Transfer : $41
- Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $215
- Round-Trip Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $228
- Private Transfer from Oslo City Centre to Oslo Airport: $142
- Private Transfer from Oslo Airport to Oslo Cruise Port: $90
- Private Transfer from Oslo Airport to Oslo City Centre: $153
- Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $82
- Private Oslo Airport and City Transfers: $164
- Private One-way Airport Transfer (Oslo Airport To/From Oslo): $89
- Transfer Between Oslo City Center & Gardermoen Airport: $256
- Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$27
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Convenient bus transfer between Hamilton Airport and Toronto: $3.65
- Express Train Transfer to/from Pearson Airport: $9.03
- One Way: from/to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) - Private Transfer: $38
- Private Airport Transfer Pearson Airport to or from Toronto: $41
- Private Departure Transfer-Toronto to Pearson Airport(YYZ) or YTZ: $41
- Private Transfer Toronto Pearson Airport To Toronto Hotels: $42
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Toronto hotel/address -Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Private Transfer: Toronto Pearson Airport or Mississauga City Black Car Service: $64
- Departure Private Transfer Toronto City to Toronto Airport YYZ by SUV or Minibus: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer - YYZ Airport to Toronto Downton Hotel & Accommodations: $73
- Niagara Falls Guided 9 Hour Day Trip with Round-trip Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer: Toronto Pearson Airport or Oakville City Ontario: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto 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 $30Toronto $66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Cruise with Seafood Dinner: $59
- Oslo Alternative Culture and Street Food Tour: $73
- Christmas Street Food Tour with Akevitt and Christmas beer : $111
- 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord: $119
- Oslo Fjord 3 Course Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $119
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Must Do Toronto Food Tour: $66
- Toronto Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $66
- 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $73
- Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Scenic Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $76
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour: $80
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Father's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Mother's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $93
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $109
- Toronto Food Tour with Local Foodie, Personalized & Private: $152
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $19Toronto $31
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- 2 Hour Sea Kayak Tour on Oslofjord from Central Oslo: $92
- 2.hr Oslo Kayak Tour “Fjord City”: $92
- 2hr Retro Motorcycle Sidecar Oslo Highlights Tour: $212
- 4 hours Winter View of the Oslofjord Walk Tour : $149
- A Self-Guided Tour of Akershus to Kongen Marina Waterfront: $7.99
- Akerselva River Kayak Tour; An Urban Paddling Adventure: $92
- Akerselva River Tour : $92
- An Oslo Waterfront Stroll: Self-paced Audio Tour: $7.99
- Authentic Oslo bike tour: $44
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $45
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Discover Christmas Spirit in Oslo Walking Tour: $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.32
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Explore Niagara Falls with bus ticket from/to Toronto: $3.65
- Downtown City Landmarks Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.31
- Downtown Toronto Walking Tour: $4.46
- Graffiti in Toronto Walking Tour: $4.46
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $5.12
- Kensington Market: Downtown Toronto Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Between Huntsville and Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.21
- Toronto's Waterfront: Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.21
- Explore Canada's Metropolis with Walking Tours Through Toronto: $6.68
- Best of Toronto and Waterfront Self-Guided Tour: $8.08
- Bata Shoe Museum Entrance Ticket: $10
- Uncover Quebec's Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $11Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Distillery District Outdoor Escape Game: $8.07
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
- Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $27
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
- Toronto : Distillery & Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $38
- Toronto Distillery District self-guided walking tour & hunt: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $39
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $41
- Craft Brewery Tour: $88
- Canadian Wine Tasting Experience: $128
- From Niagara Wine Tours: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Toronto, we can see that Toronto 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 Toronto is in North America, 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto 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 Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Toronto, 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 Oslo or Toronto?
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 Oslo or Toronto in the Summer?
Both Toronto and Oslo during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Oslo this time of year.
Oslo is cooler than Toronto in the summer. The daily temperature in Oslo averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Toronto fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Toronto, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Oslo. In the summer, Oslo often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Oslo gets 246 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 281 hours of full sun.
Oslo usually gets more rain in July than Toronto. Oslo gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOslo 18°C (64°F)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Toronto in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Oslo and Toronto. Many travelers come to Oslo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Oslo is cooler than Toronto. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Oslo in October average around 7°C (45°F), and Toronto averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Oslo usually receives less sunshine than Toronto during autumn. Oslo gets 86 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 153 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Oslo usually receives more rain than Toronto. Oslo gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOslo 7°C (45°F)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Toronto in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Oslo as well as Toronto. Many visitors come to Oslo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Toronto can be very cold during winter. Oslo can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Oslo is generally around the same temperature as Toronto. Daily temperatures in Oslo average around -4°C (25°F), and Toronto fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
In the winter, Oslo often gets less sunshine than Toronto. Oslo gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 87 hours of full sun.
Oslo usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Toronto. Oslo gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOslo -4°C (25°F)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Toronto in the Spring?
Both Toronto and Oslo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Oslo for the activities around the city during these months.
Oslo is cooler than Toronto in the spring. The daily temperature in Oslo averages around 6°C (42°F) in April, and Toronto fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Oslo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Toronto during spring. Oslo gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 179 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Oslo usually receives less rain than Toronto. Oslo gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOslo 6°C (42°F)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Oslo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (25°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (26°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (42°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (53°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (35°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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