Which place is cheaper, Bonn or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Bonn?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Bonn, 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: Uppsala or Bonn?
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
Bonn
Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Germany, and The Best Historical Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Bonn $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Bonn is $165. 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 Uppsala and Bonn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Bonn $91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Bonn $182
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Bonn
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Bonn? 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices and Bonn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Bonn $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonn
Also for Bonn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Bonn?
Prices for flights to both Bonn and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $32Bonn $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Bonn $37
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $113
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
Tours and Activities in Bonn
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bonn.
- Autumn tours with a live guide: $20
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $120
- Bonn : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ): $51
- Bonn Crime-Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Musikerviertel Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Bonn Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $222
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Bonn Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Bonn Self Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $11
- Bonn Walking Tour (In the footsteps of Ludwig Van Beethoven): $321
- Bonn and Bad Godesberg hop-on hop-off tour in a double-decker bus: $22
- 1.5-Hour River Cruise on the Rhine: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Bonn $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Bonn, we can see that Bonn is more expensive. And not only is Uppsala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Uppsala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uppsala 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 Bonn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonn than you might in Uppsala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Bonn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Bonn?
Bonn has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Bonn, 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 Uppsala or Bonn?
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 Uppsala or Bonn in the Summer?
Both Bonn and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Bonn for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Uppsala is around the same temperature as Bonn in the summer. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Bonn fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 191 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of rain as Bonn. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Bonn 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bonn in the Autumn?
Both Bonn and Uppsala during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Bonn because of the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Uppsala is much colder than Bonn. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Uppsala in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Bonn averages at about 12°C (53°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Bonn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 109 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Bonn. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Bonn 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bonn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Bonn. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bonn this time of year.
It's quite cold in Bonn in the winter. The weather in Uppsala can be very cold. In January, Uppsala is generally much colder than Bonn. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around -3°C (27°F), and Bonn fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Bonn during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Bonn. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Bonn 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Bonn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Bonn.
Uppsala is much colder than Bonn in the spring. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Bonn fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 145 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Bonn. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Bonn 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Bonn and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Bonn | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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