Which place is cheaper, Tainan City or Coffs Harbour?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Coffs Harbour or Tainan City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Coffs Harbour and Tainan City 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: Coffs Harbour or Tainan City?
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour is in New South Wales between Brisbane and Sydney. Historically, Coffs Harbour has been a popular vacation destination among families, particularly Australian families. Most visitors today are families that are carrying on a longstanding tradition and bringing their children to the holiday destination of their childhood. You'll also find backpackers who spend up to a week here, dividing the trip between Sydney and Brisbane. The area has a well established tourist infrastructure that is not as trendy as that in Byron Bay, but it remains a wonderful community to visit if you're not looking for the party atmosphere.
Tainan City
The oldest city in Taiwan, Tainan was once the nation's capital during imperial times and is today famous for its temples and historic buildings which speak to this distant past. Additionally Tainan has become known for its lively night markets and fantastic snack foods available from a large concentrate of street vendors located throughout the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia, The Best 10-Day Tours in Australia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Taiwan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCoffs Harbour $143Tainan City $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Coffs Harbour is $143, while the average daily cost in Tainan City is $113. 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 Coffs Harbour and Tainan City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCoffs Harbour $66Tainan City $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCoffs Harbour $132Tainan City $122
Compare Hotels in Coffs Harbour and Tainan City
Looking for a hotel in Coffs Harbour or Tainan City? 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: Coffs Harbour Hotel Prices and Tainan City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Coffs Harbour $23Tainan City $19
Is it cheaper to fly into Coffs Harbour or Tainan City?
Prices for flights to both Tainan City and Coffs Harbour 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 dayCoffs Harbour $54Tainan City $40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Coffs Harbour $44Tainan City $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Coffs Harbour
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Coffs Harbour's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Surfing Museum (for 2)$7.53
Tours and Activities in Coffs Harbour
For Coffs Harbour, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sunset Kayak Eco Tour with Marine Scientist: $41
- Daytime Kayak Eco Tour of New South Wales: $41
- Coffs Harbour Whale Watch Experience: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCoffs Harbour $8.80Tainan City $5.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Coffs Harbour and Tainan City, we can see that Coffs Harbour is more expensive. And not only is Tainan City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Coffs Harbour is in Pacific and Tainan City is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Tainan City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tainan City 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 Coffs Harbour would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Coffs Harbour than you might in Tainan City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Coffs Harbour Expensive? and Is Tainan City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Coffs Harbour or Tainan City?
Tainan City has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Coffs Harbour. When comparing the sizes of Coffs Harbour and Tainan City, 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.