Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Pecs?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Pecs, 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 Pecs?
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.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
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 Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Pecs $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Pecs is $80. 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 Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Pecs $37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Pecs $74
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Pecs
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Pecs? 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 Pecs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Pecs $17
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 Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
- Pécs - Budapest Transfer: $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs 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 $32Pecs $29
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two$24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Pecs $17
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 Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mineral Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Pecs $8.30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Pecs, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Pecs?
Pecs has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Pecs, 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 Pecs?
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 Pecs in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Pecs.
In July, Uppsala is generally cooler than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 18°C (64°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pecs. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Uppsala this time of the year. In the summer, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in July than Pecs. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Pecs 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Pecs in the Autumn?
Both Pecs and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Uppsala is much colder than Pecs in the autumn. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Pecs fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Pecs. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pecs 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)Pecs 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Pecs in the Winter?
Both Pecs and Uppsala during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Pecs can be very cold. Uppsala can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Uppsala is much colder than Pecs. Typically, the winter temperatures in Uppsala in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Pecs averages at about 0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Pecs. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Pecs 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Pecs in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Pecs.
In April, Uppsala is generally much colder than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 5°C (41°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Uppsala usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pecs during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Pecs. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Pecs 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pecs and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Pecs | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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