Which place is cheaper, Sundborn or Zurich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zurich or Sundborn?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zurich and Sundborn. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zurich or Sundborn?
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
Sundborn
Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZurich $268Sundborn $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Zurich is $268, while the average daily cost in Sundborn is $0.00. 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 Zurich and Sundborn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZurich $170Sundborn -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZurich $340Sundborn $0.00
Compare Hotels in Zurich and Sundborn
Looking for a hotel in Zurich or Sundborn? 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: Zurich Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zurich $36Sundborn -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zurich - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Private Transfer From Hotel To Zurich Airport or Vice Versa: $56
- Private One-way Airport Transfer Zurich Airport To/From Zurich: $65
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vals Thermal Resorts - Arrival Transfer: $65
- Noumea Cruise Port to Noumea hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $71
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Badenweiler Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $76
- Private Transfer from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zurich City Center: $76
- From Zurich Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer To Zurich Hotel: $78
- Private Transfer: Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich in Business Car: $82
- Private Transfer From Hotel in Zurich To Zurich Airport: $87
- Private Transfer From Zurich Airport To Hotel in Zurich: $87
- Private Zurich Transfer: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Zurich or Sundborn?
Prices for flights to both Sundborn and Zurich 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 dayZurich $62Sundborn -
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$13
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zurich $36Sundborn -
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Reading Tour: $5.47
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.36
- Zurich Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $6.42
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.42
- Best of Zürich: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in English: $7.87
- Fun adventure tour of Outdoor Escape Game: $8.54
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Zürich: Swiss Finance Museum Admission Ticket: $11
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- The Dark Side of Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $11
- Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZurich $29Sundborn -
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $31
- eTukTuk Hot Stone BBQ and Wine Tour Zürich: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zurich and Sundborn, we can see that Zurich is more expensive. And not only is Sundborn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sundborn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sundborn 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich than you might in Sundborn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zurich Expensive? and Is Sundborn Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Zurich or Sundborn?
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.
Should I visit Zurich or Sundborn in the Summer?
Both Sundborn and Zurich are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Zurich for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Zurich is generally a little warmer than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Zurich average around 21°C (70°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In July, Zurich usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Zurich gets 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyZurich 21°C (70°F)Sundborn 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Sundborn in the Autumn?
Both Sundborn and Zurich during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Zurich because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Zurich is much warmer than Sundborn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zurich averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Zurich usually gets more rain in October than Sundborn. Zurich gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberZurich 13°C (56°F)Sundborn 6°C (44°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Sundborn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Zurich and Sundborn. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Zurich this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Sundborn. It's quite cold in Zurich in the winter. In the winter, Zurich is much warmer than Sundborn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zurich in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Sundborn averages at about -6°C (20°F).
In January, Zurich usually receives more rain than Sundborn. Zurich gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryZurich 3°C (37°F)Sundborn -6°C (20°F)
Should I visit Zurich or Sundborn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Zurich as well as Sundborn. Many travelers come to Zurich for the natural beauty.
Sundborn can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Zurich is generally much warmer than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Zurich average around 12°C (53°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Zurich usually gets more rain in April than Sundborn. Zurich gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilZurich 12°C (53°F)Sundborn 4°C (40°F)
Typical Weather for Sundborn and Zurich
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | -6°C (20°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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.