Which place is cheaper, Hannover or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Hannover, 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.
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.
Hannover is the capital of Lower Saxony (or Niedersachsen) in northern Germany. It is fairly modern with very little remnants architecturally pre-World War II. Today, it is best known for a handful of landmarks and the largest annual tech expo in the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Germany, and The Best Oktoberfest Tours in Germany.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Hannover is $166. 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 Hannover in more detail.
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Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Hannover, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hannover.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Hannover, we can see that Hannover 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 Hannover would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hannover 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 Hannover Expensive?.
Hannover has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Hannover, 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 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.
Both Hannover and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Hannover in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Uppsala is around the same temperature as Hannover in the summer. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Hannover fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Uppsala. Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Hannover during summer. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies, while Hannover receives 198 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Hannover. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Hannover receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Hannover and Uppsala during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Hannover for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Uppsala is cooler than Hannover. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Uppsala in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Hannover averages at about 10°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hannover. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hannover receives 104 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in October than Hannover. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hannover receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Hannover. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Hannover because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Hannover can be very cold. Uppsala can be very cold during winter. In January, Uppsala is generally much colder than Hannover. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around -3°C (27°F), and Hannover fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hannover during winter. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Hannover receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Hannover. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hannover receives 52 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Hannover. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Hannover this time of year.
Uppsala is much colder than Hannover in the spring. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Hannover fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the spring, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Hannover. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hannover receives 150 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in April than Hannover. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hannover receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Uppsala | Hannover | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) |
Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |