Which place is cheaper, Sopron or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Sopron?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Sopron, 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 Sopron?
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.
Sopron
Sopron is a city in northwestern Hungary, located right on the Austrian border at the foot of the Alps near Lake Neusiedl.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Hungary, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Sopron $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Sopron is $65. 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 Sopron in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Sopron $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Sopron $58
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Sopron
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Sopron? 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 Sopron Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Sopron $21
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Sopron?
Prices for flights to both Sopron 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 $32Sopron $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Sopron $5.51
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 Sopron
Here are a few actual costs in Sopron for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Special Magical Christmas tour around Sopron: $218
- The best of Sopron walking tour: $163
- Romantic tour in Sopron for couples: $98
- Romantic tour in Sopron for couples: $191
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $191
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Sopron $5.64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Sopron, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Sopron much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sopron would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sopron 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 Sopron.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Sopron Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Sopron?
Uppsala has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Sopron. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Sopron, 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 Sopron?
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 Sopron in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Sopron.
In the summer, Uppsala is cooler than Sopron. Typically, the summer temperatures in Uppsala in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Sopron averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sopron. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Uppsala this time of the year. In the summer, Uppsala often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sopron. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 255 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in July than Sopron. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Sopron 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Sopron in the Autumn?
Both Sopron and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Uppsala is generally much colder than Sopron. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around 8°C (46°F), and Sopron fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 140 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Sopron. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Sopron 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Sopron in the Winter?
Both Sopron and Uppsala during the winter are popular places to visit.
Sopron can be very cold during winter. Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. Uppsala is much colder than Sopron in the winter. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Sopron fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Sopron. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sopron receives 65 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Sopron. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Sopron 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Sopron in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Sopron.
In the spring, Uppsala is much colder than Sopron. Typically, the spring temperatures in Uppsala in April average around 5°C (41°F), and Sopron averages at about 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sopron this time of the year. Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Sopron during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Sopron receives 202 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Sopron. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Sopron receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Sopron 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Sopron and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Sopron | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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