Which place is cheaper, Innsbruck or Gothenburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Gothenburg or Innsbruck?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gothenburg or Innsbruck? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Gothenburg or Innsbruck?
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in 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 dayGothenburg $145Innsbruck $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Gothenburg is $145, while the average daily cost in Innsbruck is $185. 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 Gothenburg and Innsbruck in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGothenburg $46Innsbruck $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGothenburg $92Innsbruck $178
Compare Hotels in Gothenburg and Innsbruck
Looking for a hotel in Gothenburg 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: Gothenburg Hotel Prices and Innsbruck Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gothenburg $21Innsbruck $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $17
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $71
- Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $74
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $80
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $115
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $128
- Airport Transfer: Gothenburg to Airport GOT by Business Car: $131
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $162
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- St. Anton am Arlberg to Innsbruck Airport(INN)-Departure Transfer: $167
- St Anton am Arlberg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Transfer: $292
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck City to Zell am see City: $183
- Innsbruck to Innsbruck Airport (INN) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Innsbruck Swarovski Crystal Worlds Ticket and Transfer: $42
- Innsbruck Private Transfer from Innsbruck Airport to City centre: $68
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Saalbach-Hinterglemm - Arrival Transfer: $292
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Innsbruck - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
- Innsbruck Airport INN to Alpbach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $251
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to St.Anton am Arlberg - Arrival Transfer: $168
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Soelden - Arrival Private Transfer: $167
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Mayrhofen - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Gothenburg or Innsbruck?
Prices for flights to both Innsbruck and Gothenburg 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 dayGothenburg $76Innsbruck $81
Typical Food Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch$4.40
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Pasta Lunch$9.62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Walking Traditional Food Tour: $163
- A Walking Food Tour with Full Meal by Do Eat Better: $166
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gothenburg $18Innsbruck $23
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Self Guided Tour in Gothenburg: $3.57
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $8.59
- Headless Horseman in Self-Guided Ghost Tour Game: $8.63
- Alfie Atkins Cultural Centre Admission Ticket: $15
- Old Town Sightseeing Tour: $16
- Gothenburg Old Town Sightseeing Tour: $16
- World of Volvo Exhibition Entry Ticket: $19
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $24
- Gothenburg Universeum Ticket - Aquarium, Science, Wildlife, Zoo: $25
- City Canal Sightseeing Cruise: $28
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $36
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $36
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$9.39
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee$2.35
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- “Welcome Tour” by Per Pedes, guided city tour: $21
- Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket: $28
- Ambras Castle Innsbruck Entry Ticket: $30
- Austrian Hidden Gem Tour: The Most Beautiful Villages: $210
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $12
- Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg: $27
- Cultural and culinary pleasure tour through Innsbruck's old town: $197
- Full day small group Tour in Neuschwanstein from Innsbruck: $245
- Gin experience Tyrol: $132
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $15
- Imperial Innsbruck A Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $261
- Innsbruck - "Welcome Tour" by Per Pedes. Guided City Tour.: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGothenburg $24Innsbruck $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gothenburg and Innsbruck, we can see that Innsbruck is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Innsbruck would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Innsbruck than you might in Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gothenburg Expensive? and Is Innsbruck Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Gothenburg or Innsbruck?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Innsbruck. When comparing the sizes of Gothenburg 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.