Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Oxford?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Oxford or Gdansk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oxford or Gdansk, 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: Oxford or Gdansk?
Oxford
Oxford is a city in England best known as the home of the 12-century Oxford University, the oldest English-speaking university in the world. The city also features landmarks such as Christ Church, the Bodleian Library, and a number of world-class museums.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOxford £131Gdansk £44
The average daily cost (per person) in Oxford is £131, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is £44. 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 Oxford and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOxford £72Gdansk £22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOxford £144Gdansk £44
Compare Hotels in Oxford and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Oxford or Gdansk? 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: Oxford Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oxford £27Gdansk £6.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oxford
Also for Oxford, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival or Departure Private Transfer: Stansted Airport to Central London: $224
- Fareham to Southampton Airport (SOU) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Gatwick Airport to Southampton Port or Hotel Private Airport Arrival Transfer: $230
- National Express | Between Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airports Bus Transfers: $34
- Oxford City to London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service: $196
- Oxford Private Departure Transfer - Oxford Hotel/Accommodation to Oxford Airport: $68
- Private One Way or Round Trip Transfer: Kensington SW London to Gatwick Airport: $147
- Private Transfer from Gatwick city hotels to Dover Cruise Port: $55
- Southampton - London Transfer: via Bath and Windsor: $234
- Transfer in private Vehicle from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - Central London: $96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
- VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
- VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
- Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
- Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Oxford or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Oxford 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 dayOxford £41Gdansk £17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oxford £19Gdansk £6.55
Tours and Activities in Oxford
For Oxford, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discovery Walk & Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Carfax Tower Entry Ticket: $3.81
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- Oxford Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Oxford's Literary Legends and Landmarks" A Self-Guided Tour: $7.99
- Discover Oxford's Timeless Tales: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Discover Oxford's Timeless Tales: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Explore Oxford's Legacy: In-App Audio Tour for Students: $11
- Oxford Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $12
- Stepping Through Oxford Walking Tour: $13
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
- 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
- A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
- Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
- Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
- Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
- City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
- Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
- Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
- Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOxford £21Gdansk £3.82
Sample the Local Flavors in Oxford
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oxford:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Cambridge: Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Edinburgh: Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Bristol: Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $47
- Eccentric Oxford 3-Hour Pub Tour: $150
- Wine Tasting in the Garden of England: $221
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oxford and Gdansk, we can see that Oxford is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk 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 Oxford would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oxford than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oxford Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oxford or Gdansk?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Oxford. When comparing the sizes of Oxford and Gdansk, 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 Oxford or Gdansk?
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 Oxford or Gdansk in the Summer?
Both Gdansk and Oxford during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Oxford because of the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Oxford is generally around the same temperature as Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Oxford average around 17°C (63°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Gdansk, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Oxford often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Oxford gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.
Oxford usually gets less rain in July than Gdansk. Oxford gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOxford 17°C (63°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Oxford or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Oxford and Gdansk. The shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Oxford this time of year.
Oxford is a little warmer than Gdansk in the autumn. The daily temperature in Oxford averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Oxford usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Oxford gets 107 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Oxford usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Oxford gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOxford 11°C (52°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Oxford or Gdansk in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Oxford as well as Gdansk. Many travelers come to Oxford for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gdansk can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Oxford. In the winter, Oxford is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the winter temperatures in Oxford in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Gdansk averages at about -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Oxford often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Oxford gets 52 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.
Oxford usually gets more rain in January than Gdansk. Oxford gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOxford 3°C (38°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Oxford or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Oxford are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Oxford in the spring for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In April, Oxford is generally a little warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Oxford average around 9°C (48°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Oxford usually receives less sunshine than Gdansk during spring. Oxford gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Oxford usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Oxford gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOxford 9°C (48°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Oxford
| Oxford | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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