A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sundborn vs. Budapest for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sundborn or Budapest?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sundborn and Budapest can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Sundborn or Budapest?

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.

Budapest

Budapest is the capital city of Hungary. It has been called the "Paris of the East" because of its impressive architecture and general beauty. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987 because of its cultural importance, its location on the Banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrassy Avenue. In addition to its rich history, Budapest still has a young vibe with a lot of energy. There's an active night life, an impressive music scene, and a good reputation with European youth.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Sweden, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Budapest.


Which place is cheaper, Budapest or Sundborn?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sundborn is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Budapest 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 Sundborn and Budapest in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sundborn -
    Budapest $58
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sundborn $0.00
    Budapest $116
Compare Hotels in Sundborn and Budapest

Looking for a hotel in Sundborn or Budapest? 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.

Hotels in Sundborn


Hotels in Budapest


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Our Analysis
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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sundborn -
    Budapest $12

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budapest

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Budapest:


  • Short Taxi Ride
    $7.67
  • Metro Pass
    $4.21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budapest

Also for Budapest, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Shared Airport Shuttle Bus Transfer: $14
  • Premier Outlet Shopping Transfer from City Center: $18
  • BUD Airport to Budapest City Private Transfer: $22
  • One way private transfer from Budapest cruise port to Budapest hotels: $29
  • Budapest Private Departure Transfer: From hotels to Railway station: $29
  • Budapest Airport (BUD) to Budapest - Arrival Private Transfer : $30
  • Budapest One Way Private Transfer to or from Airport: $34
  • Budapest City - Budapest Airport Transfer: $38
  • Private Transfer Budapest Airport BUD to Budapest by Car or Van: $40
  • Transfer from Liszt Ferenc Airport to Hotel: $43
  • Hotel to Liszt Ferenc Airport departure Transfer: $43
  • BUD Airport to Budapest City/Hotels Private Transfer: $45

Is it cheaper to fly into Sundborn or Budapest?

Prices for flights to both Budapest and Sundborn 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sundborn -
    Budapest $44

Typical Food Prices in Budapest

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Budapest:


  • Lunch
    $3.74

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Budapest

For Budapest, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Dinner and Live Hungarian Music: $1.51
  • Central Market Hall Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $15
  • Hungarian Folk Dance & Concert with Dinner Option: $22
  • Budapest Pizza Cruise: $38
  • Catamaran Pizza Cruise: $41
  • Sir Lancelot Medieval Dinner with Drink and Show: $47
  • Budapest on a Budget: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Sweet Wine: $52
  • Food Tour Market to Tavern: 14+ Tasters & Wines: $68
  • Guided Food Tour with Wine, Beer, and Shots: $69
  • Folklore Revue Dinner Show with Unlimited Drinks: $73
  • Budapest Danube Cruise with Buffet Dinner, Performances and Music: $74
  • Budapest Food Tour: Market to Tavern with 14+ Tasters & Wines: $79

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sundborn -
    Budapest $24

Typical Entertainment Prices in Budapest

For Budapest, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entrance to the Baths for Two
    $7.52

Tours and Activities in Budapest

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Budapest.

  • Castle District Walking Tour: $2.35
  • Jewish Quarter of Budapest Walking Tour: $2.35
  • Budacastle walking tour: Statues, Storytelling, & Myths!: $2.35
  • Ghetto Wall Exhibition Tour with History Guide: $3.52
  • Walking Tour to the Shoes Memorial and Parliament: $3.52
  • Free Tour Budapest Essential in Spanish: $3.57
  • Budapest ️Highlights️ Live Guided Segway Tour: $3.57
  • Budapest Castle District Walking Tour: $3.57
  • Free tour of Buda Castle : $3.57
  • Self Guided Tour In Budapest With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
  • Walking tour in the Buda Castle incl. Fisherman's Bastion: $3.58
  • City Segway Tours Budapest: $3.58

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sundborn -
    Budapest $20

Sample the Local Flavors in Budapest

Also in Budapest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Ruin Bar Pub Crawl with Entry Tickets: $12
  • Budapest Pub Crawl & Ruin Bar Tour – Free Shots & VIP Entry: $13
  • Budapest Pub Crawl & Ruin Bar Tour – Free Shots & VIP Entry: $20
  • Guided Pub Tour to Ruin Bars with Games & 6 Shots: $23
  • New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl + 1 Hour Open Bar: $24
  • Budapest Pub Tour +6 free Shots +VIP Access +Drinking Games : $24
  • The Original Budapest Pub Crawl - One Hour Open Bar + Free Shots: $24
  • Brewery Tour at "First Craft Beer" & Beer Tasting: $26
  • Private, Personalized Pub Crawl, 3 drinks included: $29
  • Pub Crawl Budapest with Challenges and Free Shots: $30
  • Hungarian pálinka distillery visit and tasting: $36
  • PRIVATE Budapest by Nights: GUIDED tour whit WINE tasting: $39


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sundborn and Budapest, we can see that Budapest 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 Budapest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Budapest 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 Sundborn Expensive? and Is Budapest Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Sundborn or Budapest?

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 Sundborn or Budapest in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Sundborn as well as Budapest. Additionally, most visitors come to Budapest for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Sundborn is cooler than Budapest. Typically, the summer temperatures in Sundborn in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Budapest averages at about 21°C (70°F).

Sundborn usually gets more rain in July than Budapest. Sundborn gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Sundborn 17°C (63°F) 
    Budapest 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Budapest in the Autumn?

Both Budapest and Sundborn are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Budapest because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Sundborn is generally much colder than Budapest. Daily temperatures in Sundborn average around 6°C (44°F), and Budapest fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In October, Sundborn usually receives more rain than Budapest. Sundborn gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Sundborn 6°C (44°F) 
    Budapest 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Budapest in the Winter?

Both Budapest and Sundborn during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Budapest this time of year.

It's quite cold in Budapest in the winter. The weather in Sundborn can be very cold. Sundborn is much colder than Budapest in the winter. The daily temperature in Sundborn averages around -6°C (20°F) in January, and Budapest fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Sundborn usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Budapest. Sundborn gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Sundborn -6°C (20°F) 
    Budapest -1°C (31°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Budapest in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sundborn and Budapest. Also, many travelers come to Budapest for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

It's quite cold in Sundborn in the spring. In the spring, Sundborn is much colder than Budapest. Typically, the spring temperatures in Sundborn in April average around 4°C (40°F), and Budapest averages at about 12°C (53°F).

In April, Sundborn usually receives less rain than Budapest. Sundborn gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Budapest receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Sundborn 4°C (40°F) 
    Budapest 12°C (53°F)

Typical Weather for Budapest and Sundborn

Sundborn Budapest
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -6°C (20°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) -1°C (31°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Feb -6°C (22°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 2°C (35°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Mar -1°C (30°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 7°C (44°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Apr 4°C (40°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 12°C (53°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
May 11°C (51°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 16°C (62°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 16°C (60°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 20°C (67°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Jul 17°C (63°F) 76 mm (3 in) 21°C (70°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 21°C (69°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Sep 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Oct 6°C (44°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 12°C (53°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Nov 0°C (32°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 6°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Dec -5°C (24°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 1°C (34°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)