Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Gothenburg, 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 Gothenburg?
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.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Gothenburg $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $97. 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 Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Gothenburg $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Gothenburg $80
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Gothenburg? 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 Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Gothenburg $18
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 Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Stockholm: $504
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $174
- Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $153
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $144
- Departure Private Transfers from Gothenburg City to Gothenburg Airport GOT: $120
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg To Alingsås: $119
- Are Resort to Trondheim Vaernes Airport(TRD) - Departure Transfer: $114
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $110
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $102
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $95
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg 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 $32Gothenburg $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Gothenburg $15
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: $183
- 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!: $114
- 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 Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Days Private Tour in Gothenburg: $300
- 24h Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour: $32
- After Dark in A Guided Nightlife Tour: $263
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $40
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $113
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $32
- Discover Gothenburg - Private Walking Tour: $224
- Egypt Oasis Adventure Package: $778
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $9.26
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $37
- Entry Ticket To Universeum in Gothenburg with pickup: $64
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Gothenburg $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Gothenburg, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Gothenburg, 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 Gothenburg?
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 Gothenburg in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Gothenburg.
In July, Uppsala is generally a little warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 18°C (64°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gothenburg this time of the year. In Uppsala, it's very sunny this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gothenburg. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Gothenburg.
Uppsala is around the same temperature as Gothenburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in October than Gothenburg. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Gothenburg in the Winter?
Both Gothenburg and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
It's quite cold in Gothenburg in the winter. The weather in Uppsala can be very cold. In the winter, Uppsala is much colder than Gothenburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Uppsala in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Gothenburg averages at about -2°C (29°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Gothenburg in the Spring?
Both Gothenburg and Uppsala during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Uppsala is generally around the same temperature as Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 5°C (41°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gothenburg. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Gothenburg. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Gothenburg 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)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Gothenburg | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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