Which place is cheaper, Lofoten Islands or Uppsala?
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 Uppsala or Lofoten Islands?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Lofoten Islands, 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 Lofoten Islands?
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.
Lofoten Islands
Lofoten Islands is an archipelago and traditional district in Norway. Lofoten is known for excellent fishing, spectacular nature attractions such as the northern lights and the midnight sun, and small villages off the beaten track. The Lofoten Islands are draped across the turbulent waters of the Norwegian Sea, far above the Arctic Circle. Kayak between the islands, go fishing for the catch of your life, or look for sea eagles soaring in the sky. If you are seeking unforgettable nature experiences, Lofoten will definitely not let you down.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, The Best Contiki Tours to Norway, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Oslo.
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Uppsala Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $182Lofoten Islands $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $182, while the average daily cost in Lofoten Islands is $86. 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 Lofoten Islands in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $102Lofoten Islands $7.83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $204Lofoten Islands $16
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Lofoten Islands
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Lofoten Islands? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $22Lofoten Islands $12
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: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Lofoten Islands?
Prices for flights to both Lofoten Islands 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 $63Lofoten Islands $65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lofoten Islands
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lofoten Islands.
- Skrova Flavours 3 course Dinner Experience: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $21Lofoten Islands $27
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: $6.40
- Walking Tour Uppsala: $6.54
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Adventure parc: $54
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $97
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- City Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour: $137
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $151
Tours and Activities in Lofoten Islands
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lofoten Islands are as follows:
- Afternoon Kayaking Adventure in Lofoten: $113
- First Time Diver Scuba Experience: $205
- Half Day Snowshoe Tour: $102
- Lofoten Grand Canyon Snorkeling Tour: $163
- Guided Snowshoeing Tour - Easy version: $134
- Guided Snowshoeing Tour - Uphill version : $134
- Lofoten Unique Snorkeling Experience in Dry Suit: $163
- SUP Adventure - Guided Tour in the Lofoten Islands: $128
- Sadhana Morning Yoga - An Adventure of Awareness: $25
- Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour of Skrova: $36
- Special Summer Cruise Bus Tour of Lofoten: $139
- Unique Scuba Diving Experience: $205
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $20Lofoten Islands $0.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Lofoten Islands, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Lofoten Islands much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lofoten Islands would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lofoten Islands 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 Lofoten Islands.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Lofoten Islands Expensive?.
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.