Which place is cheaper, Linz or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Linz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Linz, 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 Linz?
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.
Linz
Located on the shores of the Danube River, Linz is Austria's third largest city and the capital city of the Upper Austria province. It is best known for is Renaissance architecture including a number of churches as well as a historic castle.
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 in Austria, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Linz $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Linz is $122. 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 Linz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Linz $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Linz $126
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Linz
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Linz? 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 Linz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Linz $44
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 Linz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Linz:
- Transfer from Linz to Munich: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing: $212
- Private Transfer from Linz to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $180
- Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to City centre: $70
- Linz Private Transfer from Linz city centre to Linz Airport: $70
- Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to Wels city: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Linz?
Prices for flights to both Linz 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 $32Linz $34
Typical Food Prices in Linz
Some typical examples of dining costs in Linz are as follows:
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Leberkäse (Sausage Loaf)$4.50
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Lunch$9.11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Linz $14
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
Tours and Activities in Linz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Linz are as follows:
- Christmas Tales of Linz – Private Walking Tour: $544
- Christmas Tales of Linz – Private Walking Tour: $262
- Cycling Tour of Linz with a Private Guide: $237
- Detective Trail puzzle tour for the whole family: $16
- Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $214
- Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $210
- Linz - Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
- Linz Christmas Market Tour: $294
- Linz Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $401
- Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $205
- Linz Exploration: Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $176
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Linz $17
When comparing the travel costs between Uppsala and Linz, we can see that Uppsala 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 Linz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Linz?
Linz has a larger population, and is about 42% larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Linz, 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 Linz?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Uppsala or Linz in the Summer?
Both Linz and Uppsala during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Linz for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Uppsala is around the same temperature as Linz. Typically, the summer temperatures in Uppsala in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Linz averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Linz, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Uppsala. In the summer, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Linz. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linz receives 236 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in July than Linz. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Linz receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Linz 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Linz in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Linz. Also, many visitors come to Linz in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Uppsala is generally cooler than Linz. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 8°C (46°F), and Linz fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Linz during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Linz receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Linz. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Linz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Linz 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Linz in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Linz. Also, most visitors come to Linz for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Linz can be very cold during winter. Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. Uppsala is much colder than Linz in the winter. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Linz fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Linz. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linz receives 57 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in January than Linz. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Linz receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Linz -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Linz in the Spring?
Both Linz and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Linz because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Uppsala is much colder than Linz. Typically, the spring temperatures in Uppsala in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Linz averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Linz during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Linz receives 163 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Linz. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Linz receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Linz 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Linz and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Linz | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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