Which place is cheaper, Brisbane or Datong?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Datong or Brisbane?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Datong or Brisbane, 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: Datong or Brisbane?
Datong
If you're looking for an old world city, with a renovated feel, you might want to spend some time in Datong, China. This city was once walled-in and the newest initiative is to rebuild their great wall to maintain their old world charm. Datong is definitely done a lot to make itself a contender in the world of vacation destinations.
Brisbane
Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Sydney, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Melbourne.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDatong $57Brisbane $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Datong is $57, while the average daily cost in Brisbane is $138. 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 Datong and Brisbane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDatong $24Brisbane $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDatong $48Brisbane $170
Compare Hotels in Datong and Brisbane
Looking for a hotel in Datong or Brisbane? 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: Brisbane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Datong $13Brisbane $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Datong
Also for Datong, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Flexible Private Transfer Service from Datong to Pingyao with Sightseeing Stops: $225
- Chengdu: Private Round-Trip Transfer to Leshan Budda: $128
- Private Round-Trip Transfer Service to Hanging Temple and Hengshan from Datong: $118
- Dunhuang Private Round Trip Transfer to Jiayuguan and Xuanbi Great Wall : $100
- Private Round-Trip Transfer to Hanging Temple: $98
- Datong Hanging Temple Private Transfer from Hotel or Station: $69
- Transfer from Datong Railway Stations to Hotels in City Center: $35
- Private Transfer Service from Yungang Airport to Datong Hotel: $29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:
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Airtrain to the City$10
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Go Card$17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane
Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Brisbane Airport to Noosa for 1 to 3 people: $287
- NOOSA: Private Transfer to/fro Brisbane Airport (BNE): $266
- Private Transfer to Gold Coast /OOL Airport from Brisbane /BNE Airport (1-7 Pax): $241
- Brisbane Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $215
- Brisbane Airport (BNE): Private Transfer to Brisbane Port: $215
- Airport Transfer with Go Card and SIM Card: $200
- Brisbane Airport (BNE): Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $193
- Airport Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Car: $149
- Arrival Private Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Van: $137
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to Brisbane Airport BNE or Brisbane City: $127
- Brisbane Airport Private Transfer Service to Brisbane City: $117
- From Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Datong or Brisbane?
Prices for flights to both Brisbane and Datong 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 dayDatong $20Brisbane $33
Typical Food Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:
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Hamburger Lunch$5.48
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Cup of Coffee$2.05
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Chinese Food Lunch$8.56
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Ice cream$3.77
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Japanese Meal$14
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Smoothie$4.45
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Japanese Soup$7.87
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Coffee & Muffin$4.79
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Morning Mint Tea$2.40
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Veggie Burger & Chips$9.59
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Bread$1.78
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vertigo Dinner: Dining on the edge!: $137
- Guided Food Tour with Coffee, Seafood and Wine: $621
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Datong $26Brisbane $25
Tours and Activities in Datong
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Datong.
- 1-Day Pingyao tour from Datong and ends of Beijing or Xi'an by Bullet Train: $267
- 1-Day Private Tour: Datong Highlights with the Lunch: $215
- 2-Day Dadong Tour Including Tickets: $520
- 2-Day Private Datong Tour:Hanging Temple, Yugang Grottoes,Wooden Pagoda and More: $298
- All Inclusive Datong Private Day Tour to Hanging Temple and Yungang Grottoes : $268
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Hanging Temple at Hengshan from Datong : $188
- All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Wooden Pagoda and Hanging Temple from Datong: $220
- All-Inclusive Private Tour to Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple from Datong: $220
- Black Myth Wukong Actual Locations 6-Day Shanxi Private Tour: $1,224
- Datong Classic Day Tour: $135
- Datong Day Tour to Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple: $203
- Datong Hanging Temple Wooden Pagoda Self-guided Tour by Car: $95
Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Concert Tickets$14
Tours and Activities in Brisbane
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.
- 1hr Animal Tour: $45
- 2 Hour Sunset Jetski Tour on the Brisbane River: $207
- 2 Hour Sunset Jetski Tour on the Brisbane River: $122
- 2.30pm Mid Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise: $36
- 2hr Animal Tour: $77
- 3-Hour Walking Tour in Brisbane: $59
- 4 Hour Jetski Adventure from Brisbane to Moreton Bay: $157
- 4 Hour Jetski Adventure from Brisbane to Moreton Bay: $276
- 4 Hour Jetski Adventure to the Top of South Stradbroke Island: $174
- 45-Minute Behind-the-Tanks Tour on North Stradbroke Island: $34
- 90min Brisbane River Cruise/Tour: $36
- Adventure Moreton Island Scuba Dive Tour: $195
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDatong $13Brisbane $53
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:
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Evening at the Bar$10
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Sixpack of Beer$9.59
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Guiness Beer$5.82
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Sixpack of Beer$8.89
Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:
- XXXX Beer Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $26
- XXXX Brewery Tour: $26
- City Winery Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $52
- Brewery Tour River Cruise in Brisbane: $69
- Sirromet Wine Tasting And Blending Workshop For 2: $86
- Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High Speed Boat Tour in Brisbane : $105
- Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain: $108
- Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour: $111
- Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $131
- Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch: $139
- Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour: $139
- Mount Tamborine Deluxe Wine Tasting with Two Course Lunch: $139
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Datong and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. And not only is Datong much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Datong is in Asia and Brisbane is in Pacific, 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 Datong would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Datong 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 Brisbane would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brisbane than you might in Datong.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Datong Expensive? and Is Brisbane Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Datong or Brisbane?
Datong has a larger population, and is about 10% larger than the population of Brisbane. When comparing the sizes of Datong and Brisbane, 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.