A Travel Price Comparison for Australia Darwin vs. Hobart for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Darwin or Hobart?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Darwin or Hobart, 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: Darwin or Hobart?

Darwin

Darwin is a tropical city set against the Timor Sea in north central Australia. It is also the capital city of the Northern Territory. Despite being a relatively small city, Darwin is very diverse with residents from all over the world. The city itself has a very relaxed vibe with plenty to do. Visitors can enjoy everything from traditionally Asian style markets to culturally diverse events such as concerts, festivals or art shows.

Hobart

Hobart is the capital city of the Australian island state of Tasmania. It is small compared to the mainland's larger cities and has a cooler climate with four distinct seasons. Hobart is also the second oldest capital, behind Sydney, with remnants of its past visible in old sandstone warehouses now home to cafes and galleries, as well as a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages.

Which city is cheaper, Hobart or Darwin?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Darwin is $94, while the average daily cost in Hobart 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Darwin and Hobart in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Darwin $52
    Hobart $64
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Darwin $104
    Hobart $128
Compare Hotels in Darwin and Hobart

Looking for a hotel in Darwin or Hobart? 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 Darwin


Hotels in Hobart


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Darwin $9.99
    Hobart $24
Typical Local Transportation prices in Darwin

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


  • Shuttle to Train Station
    $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darwin

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Darwin:

  • Wildman Fishing Tours - Fishing + Scenic Flight Transfer: $1,146
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Darwin Airport to Hotel: $142
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Darwin Airport: $142

Is it cheaper to fly into Darwin or Hobart?

Prices for flights to both Hobart and Darwin 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
    Darwin $31
    Hobart $24

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hobart

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

  • East Coast Splendour Gourmet Food Tour: $233
  • From East Coast Splendor Gourmet Food Tour: $252
  • Highlights Of Gourmet Food Tour: $258
  • Agrarian Kitchen Eatery and Derwent Valley Gourmet Food Tour: $261

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Darwin $13
    Hobart $19

Tours and Activities in Darwin

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Darwin are as follows:

  • 11-day Darwin to Cairns tour: $1,580
  • 2-Day Kakadu and Arnhem Land Tour from Darwin: $753
  • 3-Day Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land Explorer Tour from Darwin: $1,028
  • 5 Day Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land Tour: $2,837
  • 9 Day Darwin to Broome Adventure: $1,779
  • 9-Day Kimberley Offroad Adventure from Darwin to Broome: $1,580
  • Adelaide River Jumping Crocodile Cruise with Roundtrip Helicopter from Darwin: $545
  • Arnhem Land Injalak Hill Full-Day Tour from Darwin: $213
  • Bombing of Darwin World War II Tour with Harbour Cruise: $100
  • Darwin Adventure Rentals - 10 Day Rental - 4WD Camper rentals: $1,216
  • Darwin Adventure Rentals - 5 Day Rental - 4WD Camper rentals: $608
  • Darwin Adventure Rentals - 6 Day Rental - 4WD Camper rentals: $730

Tours and Activities in Hobart

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

  • Skip the Line: Mawson's Huts Replica Museum General Entry Ticket: $12
  • Private Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Walking Tour: $12
  • Hobart Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
  • kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour: $21
  • Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart: $22
  • Splendid! Historical Tours of Hobart: $23
  • Salamanca Walk - History Tour: $26
  • Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $28
  • Kunany / Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - 2 Hour Return Tour: $28
  • Cruise Ship Special from Shuttle to Bonorong Wildlife Park.: $30
  • Hobart Historic Walking Tour: $30
  • 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Hobart: $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Darwin $11
    Hobart $13
Typical Alcohol prices in Darwin

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Darwin from other travelers:


  • Evening at a Bar
    $17
  • Glass of Wine
    $4.82

Sample the Local Flavors in Darwin

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

  • Heli Pub Crawl – 4 Pubs: $782

Sample the Local Flavors in Hobart

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

  • Old Hobart Pub Walking Tour: $30
  • Tasmania's Domaine Simha Wine Tasting Experience: $47
  • Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Cascade Brewery Tour: $51
  • Hobart Brewery Walking Tour: $111
  • Tasmanian Wine Tour: $118
  • 7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart: $187
  • From Tasmanian Whisky Distillery Tour: $216
  • Tasmanian Whisky Distillery Tour: $236

About these numbers

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Darwin and Hobart, we can see that Hobart is more expensive. And not only is Darwin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Darwin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Darwin 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 Hobart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hobart than you might in Darwin.


When is the best time to visit Darwin or Hobart?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.

Should I visit Darwin or Hobart in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Darwin as well as Hobart.

Darwin is much warmer than Hobart in the summer. The temperature in Darwin is usually 29°C (83°F) in January, and Hobart stays around 17°C (63°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hobart. In the summer, Darwin often gets less sunshine than Hobart. Darwin gets 173 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hobart receives 259 hours of full sun.

Darwin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Darwin usually gets more rain in January than Hobart. Darwin gets 437 mm (17.2 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures January
    Darwin 29°C (83°F) 
    Hobart 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Darwin or Hobart in the Autumn?

Both Hobart and Darwin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

In the autumn, Darwin is much warmer than Hobart. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Darwin in April are around 29°C (84°F), and Hobart is about 14°C (57°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Darwin. Darwin usually receives more sunshine than Hobart during autumn. Darwin gets 267 hours of sunny skies, while Hobart receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In April, Darwin usually receives more rain than Hobart. Darwin gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures April
    Darwin 29°C (84°F) 
    Hobart 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Darwin or Hobart in the Winter?

Both Hobart and Darwin during the winter are popular places to visit.

In July, Darwin is generally much warmer than Hobart. Temperatures in Darwin average around 25°C (77°F), and Hobart stays around 9°C (47°F).

It's quite sunny in Darwin. In the winter, Darwin often gets more sunshine than Hobart. Darwin gets 312 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hobart receives 152 hours of full sun.

Darwin usually gets less rain in July than Hobart. Darwin gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures July
    Darwin 25°C (77°F) 
    Hobart 9°C (47°F)

Should I visit Darwin or Hobart in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Darwin and Hobart.

Darwin is much warmer than Hobart in the spring. The temperature in Darwin is usually 29°C (85°F) in October, and Hobart stays around 13°C (55°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hobart this time of the year. In Darwin, it's very sunny this time of the year. Darwin usually receives more sunshine than Hobart during spring. Darwin gets 291 hours of sunny skies, while Hobart receives 209 hours of full sun in the spring.

In October, Darwin usually receives more rain than Hobart. Darwin gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Hobart receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures October
    Darwin 29°C (85°F) 
    Hobart 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Hobart and Darwin

Darwin Hobart
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 29°C (83°F) 437 mm (17.2 in) 17°C (63°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Feb 28°C (83°F) 343 mm (13.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Mar 28°C (83°F) 342 mm (13.5 in) 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 85 mm (3.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
May 27°C (81°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jun 26°C (78°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 9°C (48°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in) 9°C (47°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 26°C (79°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 10°C (49°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Sep 28°C (83°F) 19 mm (0.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Oct 29°C (85°F) 76 mm (3 in) 13°C (55°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Nov 30°C (85°F) 131 mm (5.2 in) 14°C (58°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 29°C (85°F) 234 mm (9.2 in) 16°C (60°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)


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