Which place is cheaper, Innsbruck or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Innsbruck?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Innsbruck, 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 Innsbruck?
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.
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vienna, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Salzburg.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Innsbruck $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Innsbruck is $138. 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 Innsbruck in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Innsbruck $82
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Innsbruck $164
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Innsbruck
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Innsbruck? 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 Innsbruck Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Innsbruck $16
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 Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Salzburg: $256
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Munich, English Speaking Driver: $197
- Private transfer from Innsbruck airport: $196
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Silvretta Arena - Round-Trip Transfer: $131
- St Anton am Arlberg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Transfer: $104
- Innsbruck Airport(INN)to Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Innsbruck Airport INN to Alpbach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $87
- Innsbruck Airport to Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Silvretta Arena Arrival Transfer: $66
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Soelden - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Kitzbühel/SkiWelt - Arrival Transfer: $65
- Innsbruck Kranebitten Airport to Längenfeld - Round-Trip Transfer: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Innsbruck?
Prices for flights to both Innsbruck 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 $32Innsbruck $43
Typical Food Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch$4.02
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Pasta Lunch$8.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Half-Day Food Tour of Tyrolean Cuisine: $148
- Innsbruck Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Innsbruck $21
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- 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
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- 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
- 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
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
Typical Entertainment Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Schloss Ambras Entrance$8.57
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee$2.14
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Innsbruck: $155
- AREA 47 Water AREA Entrance Ticket: $35
- Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket: $21
- Austrian Hidden Gem Tour: The Most Beautiful Villages: $191
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $11
- Bergisel SkiJump Area guided Tour incl Tickets: $85
- Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg: $20
- Cultural and culinary pleasure tour through Innsbruck's old town: $180
- Full day small group Tour in Neuschwanstein from Innsbruck: $213
- Full-Day small group tour of Dolomites, Alpine Lakes, Braies : $217
- Gin experience Tyrol: $120
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Innsbruck $21
When comparing the travel costs between Uppsala and Innsbruck, we can see that Innsbruck is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Innsbruck Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Innsbruck?
Uppsala has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Innsbruck. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Innsbruck, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.