Which place is cheaper, Budapest or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Budapest?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Budapest, 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 Budapest?
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.
Budapest
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary. It has been called the "Paris of the East" because of its impressive architecture and general beauty. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987 because of its cultural importance, its location on the Banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrassy Avenue. In addition to its rich history, Budapest still has a young vibe with a lot of energy. There's an active night life, an impressive music scene, and a good reputation with European youth.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best 10-Day Tours from Budapest, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Budapest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Budapest $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Budapest is $89. 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 Budapest in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Budapest $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Budapest $98
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Budapest
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Budapest? 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 Budapest Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Budapest $10
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budapest
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Budapest:
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Short Taxi Ride$6.91
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Metro Pass$3.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budapest
Also for Budapest, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- T72 Tank Driving with Hummer Transfer: $1,581
- Budapest - Hungary to Bucharest - Romania /Private Transfer: $1,289
- Bucharest - Romania to Budapest - Hungary /Private Transfer: $1,181
- Private transfer from Budapest to Prague: $1,059
- Private transfer from Budapest to Zagreb: $930
- Transfer from Vienna to Budapest: $706
- From Bucharest: One-way Private Fast Transfer to Budapest: $642
- Budapest-Vienna Private Transfer by Luxury Vehicle: $642
- Private transfer from Budapest to Vienna: $588
- Private transfer between Budapest and Vienna: $471
- Budapest-Vienna One-Way Sightseeing Transfer: $295
- Budapest-Bratislava One-Way Sightseeing Transfer: $295
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Budapest?
Prices for flights to both Budapest 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 $32Budapest $23
Typical Food Prices in Budapest
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Budapest:
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Lunch$3.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Budapest
For Budapest, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traveling Spoon Hungarian Goulash Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Downtown Budapest Cruise with Pizza and Beer: $45
- Pizza & Beer Downtown Budapest Cruise: $46
- Vegan Hungarian Food Tour (full meals): $51
- Medieval Dinner Show with Drinks: $52
- Private Street Food Tour: $59
- Danube Cruise with Hungarian Dinner and Live Music: $74
- Budapest Danube Cruise with Buffet Dinner, Performances and Music: $75
- Evening Cruise and Dinner with Champagne: $86
- Lángos (Hungary’s nr1 streetfood) cooking class: $87
- Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music: $91
- Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Budapest $22
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Budapest
For Budapest, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance to the Baths for Two$6.77
Tours and Activities in Budapest
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Budapest.
- Danube Bend Private All Day Tour with Lunch, with entrance fees and cruise: $164
- Private Budapest city tour with a daytime Danube river cruise: $240
- 101 things you have to see in Budapest - Full Day Tour with Lunch & Dessert: $185
- 10PM Budapest Danube Cruise with Live Music & Food or Drinks : $20
- 2 Hours Buda Castle Walking Tour - Walk with a Historian: $38
- 2 Hours Jewish Heritage Walking Tour - Walk with a Historian: $49
- 2 Hours Private Scenic Photo Tour Around Budapest: $156
- 2-Hour Private Market Tour in Budapest With Free Tastings: $59
- 22 Dog-statues in Budapest - an unusual tour: $25
- 3 Hours Budapest Segway Grand City Tour Buda, Margaret and Pest: $93
- 3-Hour Jewish Quarter Walking Tour in Budapest with Historian: $55
- 3-Hour Orientation Walking Tour of Buda and Pest: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Budapest $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Budapest
Also in Budapest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- The Original Budapest Pub Crawl - One Hour Open Bar + Free Shots: $17
- 5-Hour Pub Crawl through Ruin Bars: $21
- Ultimate Budapest Pub Crawl: $23
- Ultimate Budapest Pub Crawl: $23
- Bingo Bar Crawl: $25
- Budapest Original Ruin Pub Crawl Including 5 Shots: $28
- Ruin Bar Pub Crawl with Entry Tickets: $29
- Detective Pub Crawl Game by App: $38
- 8-Tier Hungarian Wine Tasting in a Cozy Downtown Wine Bar: $38
- Tipsy Tour Fun Bar Crawl with a Local Guide: $42
- Drunken History Bar Crawl Tour with Local Drinks: $42
- Hungarian Wine Tasting (with Cheese and Charcuterie) in Budapest: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Budapest, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Budapest much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budapest would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budapest 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala than you might in Budapest.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Budapest Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Budapest?
Budapest has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Budapest, 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 Budapest?
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 Budapest in the Summer?
Both Budapest and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Budapest because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Uppsala is cooler than Budapest. Typically, the summer temperatures in Uppsala in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Budapest averages at about 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Budapest. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Budapest during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Budapest receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Budapest. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Budapest 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Budapest in the Autumn?
Both Budapest and Uppsala during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Budapest this time of year.
In October, Uppsala is generally cooler than Budapest. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 8°C (46°F), and Budapest fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Budapest. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Budapest receives 152 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in October than Budapest. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Budapest 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Budapest in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Budapest. Furthermore, many travelers come to Budapest for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Budapest. It's quite cold in Uppsala in the winter. Uppsala is much colder than Budapest in the winter. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Budapest fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Budapest during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Budapest receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of rain as Budapest. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Budapest -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Budapest in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Budapest. Additionally, many visitors come to Budapest in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Uppsala is much colder than Budapest. Typically, the spring temperatures in Uppsala in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Budapest averages at about 12°C (53°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Budapest. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Budapest receives 178 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Budapest. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Budapest 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Budapest and Uppsala
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
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