Which place is cheaper, Leiden or Oxford?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Oxford or Leiden?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oxford or Leiden, 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 Leiden?
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.
Leiden
Leiden is a city in the province of South Holland. It is south of the Netherlands capital, Amsterdam, and has a population of about 190,000. It is known for its university, museums, markets, and of course, canals. Leiden University is the oldest university in the Netherlands and is a sister school of Oxford, which is England's oldest university.
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 from Amsterdam, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOxford £131Leiden £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Oxford is £131, while the average daily cost in Leiden is £114. 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 Leiden in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOxford £72Leiden £66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOxford £144Leiden £132
Compare Hotels in Oxford and Leiden
Looking for a hotel in Oxford or Leiden? 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 Leiden Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oxford £27Leiden £22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oxford
Also for Oxford, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private Vehicle from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - Central London: $96
- Southampton - London Transfer: via Bath and Windsor: $234
- Private Transfer from Gatwick city hotels to Dover Cruise Port: $55
- Private One Way or Round Trip Transfer: Kensington SW London to Gatwick Airport: $147
- Oxford Private Departure Transfer - Oxford Hotel/Accommodation to Oxford Airport: $68
- Oxford City to London Heathrow Airport Private Transfer Service: $196
- National Express | Between Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airports Bus Transfers: $34
- Gatwick Airport to Southampton Port or Hotel Private Airport Arrival Transfer: $230
- Fareham to Southampton Airport (SOU) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Arrival or Departure Private Transfer: Stansted Airport to Central London: $224
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leiden
Also for Leiden, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zero Emission Tesla Taxi Transfer from Leiden Area to the Airport: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Oxford or Leiden?
Prices for flights to both Leiden 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 £41Leiden £33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oxford £19Leiden £15
Tours and Activities in Oxford
For Oxford, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Luxury 8 Hours Day Tour in Oxford!": $491
- 1.5-hour Oxford University and Colleges Walking Tour: $25
- 24 Hour Open Top City Tour: $23
- 24 Hour Open Top City Tour & Carfax Tower Entry: $27
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Oxford With University Alumni Guide: $159
- 90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford : $29
- Afternoon Tea Sightseeing River Cruise in Oxford: $62
- Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket: $35
- Blenheim Palace Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK: $19
- Brazilian Tapas Dining Experience with Pagode Music and Wine : $44
- CS Lewis & Tolkien Tour with Magdalen Entry Public tour 11.45am: $64
- Carfax Tower Entry Ticket: $3.81
Tours and Activities in Leiden
For Leiden, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 90 minutes Walking tour and Escape room in Leiden: $21
- Discover Leiden with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $27
- Dutch Windmills & Polder Walking Tour: $33
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour in Leiden: $163
- Highlights Walking Tour in Leiden with Audio and GPS Guide: $7.57
- Historical Private Tour with Local Guide: $320
- Leiden City Tour with Live guide in Netherlands: $41
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Guided City Canal Cruise: $13
- Hortus Botanicus Entry Ticket: $9.62
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Walking City Tour with Live guide: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOxford £21Leiden £22
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 Leiden
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Leiden:
- Leiden Private Self-Guided Pub Crawl Pub Quiz: $21
- Leiden Private Self Guided Pub Crawl: $22
When comparing the travel costs between Oxford and Leiden, we can see that Oxford is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oxford Expensive? and Is Leiden Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oxford or Leiden?
Oxford has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Leiden. When comparing the sizes of Oxford and Leiden, 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 Leiden?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Oxford or Leiden in the Summer?
Both Leiden and Oxford are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Oxford for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Oxford is generally around the same temperature as Leiden. Daily temperatures in Oxford average around 17°C (63°F), and Leiden fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Leiden. Oxford usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Leiden during summer. Oxford gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Oxford usually receives less rain than Leiden. Oxford gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOxford 17°C (63°F)Leiden 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Oxford or Leiden in the Autumn?
Both Leiden and Oxford during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Oxford because of the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Oxford is around the same temperature as Leiden in the autumn. The daily temperature in Oxford averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Leiden fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Oxford often gets more sunshine than Leiden. Oxford gets 107 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 99 hours of full sun.
Oxford usually gets less rain in October than Leiden. Oxford gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOxford 11°C (52°F)Leiden 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Oxford or Leiden in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Oxford and Leiden. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Oxford this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Leiden. It's quite cold in Oxford in the winter. In the winter, Oxford is much warmer than Leiden. Typically, the winter temperatures in Oxford in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Leiden averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Oxford usually receives more sunshine than Leiden during winter. Oxford gets 52 hours of sunny skies, while Leiden receives 46 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Oxford usually receives less rain than Leiden. Oxford gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOxford 3°C (38°F)Leiden 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Oxford or Leiden in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Oxford as well as Leiden. Many travelers come to Oxford for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In April, Oxford is generally a little warmer than Leiden. Daily temperatures in Oxford average around 9°C (48°F), and Leiden fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the spring, Oxford often gets less sunshine than Leiden. Oxford gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leiden receives 166 hours of full sun.
Oxford usually gets less rain in April than Leiden. Oxford gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Leiden receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOxford 9°C (48°F)Leiden 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Leiden and Oxford
| Oxford | Leiden | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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