Which place is cheaper, Niagara Falls or Eugene?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Eugene and Niagara Falls. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
At the southern end of the Willamette Valley, Eugene is most recognized as the home of the University of Oregon. It's a smaller city with a liberal population that is generally concerned about environmental issues. A popular experience in Eugene is to go to the Saturday Market, which has been around since 1970 and is the oldest open air market in the United States.
Niagara Falls, Ontario sits on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, across the border from Niagara Falls, New York. Together these cities have claimed themselves to be the "Honeymoon Capital of the World" a status that is probably little more than a marketing ploy. That said, Niagara Falls, Ontario, is perhaps a quainter and more natural version of its American counterpart. The town has existed as a tourist destination for hundreds of years, with its main attraction, obviously, being Niagara Falls. Today, millions of visitors come to see the falls every year. It's truly an impressive sight, and there is no shortage of entertainment options while you're in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada, and The Best Camping Tours in Canada.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Eugene is $160, while the average daily cost in Niagara Falls 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 Eugene and Niagara Falls in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Niagara Falls:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Eugene:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Niagara Falls.
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Niagara Falls are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Niagara Falls are as follows:
Also in Niagara Falls, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eugene and Niagara Falls, we can see that Eugene is more expensive. And not only is Niagara Falls much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Niagara Falls would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Niagara Falls 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 Eugene would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eugene than you might in Niagara Falls.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eugene Expensive? and Is Niagara Falls Expensive?.
Eugene has a larger population, and is about 77% larger than the population of Niagara Falls. When comparing the sizes of Eugene and Niagara Falls, 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.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Eugene and Niagara Falls.
Eugene is cooler than Niagara Falls in the summer. The daily temperature in Eugene averages around 68°F (20°C) in July, and Niagara Falls fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
In July, Eugene usually receives less rain than Niagara Falls. Eugene gets 0.3 inches (8 mm) of rain, while Niagara Falls receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Eugene as well as Niagara Falls.
In the autumn, Eugene is around the same temperature as Niagara Falls. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Eugene in October average around 55°F (13°C), and Niagara Falls averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Eugene receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Eugene usually gets more rain in October than Niagara Falls. Eugene gets 4.3 inches (109 mm) of rain, while Niagara Falls receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Niagara Falls and Eugene are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Niagara Falls can be very cold during winter. In January, Eugene is generally much warmer than Niagara Falls. Daily temperatures in Eugene average around 41°F (5°C), and Niagara Falls fluctuates around -4°C (26°F).
It's quite rainy in Eugene. In January, Eugene usually receives more rain than Niagara Falls. Eugene gets 7.1 inches (181 mm) of rain, while Niagara Falls receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Niagara Falls and Eugene during the spring are popular places to visit.
Eugene is around the same temperature as Niagara Falls in the spring. The daily temperature in Eugene averages around 51°F (11°C) in April, and Niagara Falls fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Eugene usually gets less rain in April than Niagara Falls. Eugene gets 2.2 inches (57 mm) of rain, while Niagara Falls receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Eugene | Niagara Falls | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 41°F (5°C) | 7.1 inches (181 mm) | -4°C (26°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Feb | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 inches (133 mm) | -3°C (28°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Mar | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 inches (118 mm) | 2°C (36°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Apr | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 inches (57 mm) | 10°C (49°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
May | 56°F (13°C) | 2 inches (50 mm) | 15°C (59°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Jun | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 inches (34 mm) | 20°C (68°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Jul | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) | 23°C (74°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
Aug | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) | 22°C (72°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Sep | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 inches (28 mm) | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Oct | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 inches (109 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Nov | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Dec | 42°F (5°C) | 6.3 inches (161 mm) | -0°C (31°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |