Which place is cheaper, Vigo or Setubal?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Setubal and Vigo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Setubal is a busy working port and major commercial fishing center. Setubal is a city that has always had a close connection to the seas, and this is celebrated along the newly rejuvenated waterfront, which encompasses the colorful fishing harbor, the popular urban park and the Troia Peninsula ferry terminal. Within the charming historic center is a maze of narrow alleys, hidden plazas, and family-owned shops, along with Portugal's largest fish market. Setubal is primarily an industrial city, but is situated in a region of immense beauty; to the east is the stunning Serra da Arrabida, to the north is historic Palmela, while to the south are the paradise beaches of the Troia Peninsula. Setubal may not be a conventional holiday destination, but there is a surprising amount to see and do within the city and the surrounding region.
Originally a small fishing town, Vigo has grown to become the most populated municipality in the region of Galicia in northwestern Spain. Remnants of the old world still exist in its historic center architecture and plazas, while the commodities of a modern city have blended into its boundaries. The old center remains the hub of activity with plenty to see and do, shopping and dining included.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Setubal is €123, while the average daily cost in Vigo is €99. 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 Setubal and Vigo in more detail.
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Also for Setubal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vigo:
Prices for flights to both Vigo and Setubal 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vigo.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Setubal.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vigo are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Setubal:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Setubal and Vigo, we can see that Setubal is more expensive. And not only is Vigo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vigo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vigo 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 Setubal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Setubal than you might in Vigo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Setubal Expensive? and Is Vigo Expensive?.
Vigo has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Setubal. When comparing the sizes of Setubal and Vigo, 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.
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.
Both Vigo and Setubal during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Setubal is around the same temperature as Vigo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Setubal in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Vigo averages at about 21°C (70°F).
In Vigo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Setubal. In the summer, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Setubal gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 299 hours of full sun.
Setubal usually gets less rain in July than Vigo. Setubal gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Setubal and Vigo.
In October, Setubal is generally a little warmer than Vigo. Daily temperatures in Setubal average around 19°C (66°F), and Vigo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Setubal, it's very sunny this time of the year. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during autumn. Setubal gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 174 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Vigo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Setubal usually receives less rain than Vigo. Setubal gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Setubal as well as Vigo.
Setubal is a little warmer than Vigo in the winter. The daily temperature in Setubal averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Vigo fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the winter, Setubal often gets more sunshine than Vigo. Setubal gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vigo receives 110 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Vigo. Setubal receives a lot of rain in the winter. Setubal usually gets less rain in January than Vigo. Setubal gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 232 mm (9.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Vigo and Setubal are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Setubal is a little warmer than Vigo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Setubal in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Vigo averages at about 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Setubal. Setubal usually receives more sunshine than Vigo during spring. Setubal gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Vigo receives 198 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vigo. In April, Setubal usually receives less rain than Vigo. Setubal gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Vigo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Setubal | Vigo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |