A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Freeport vs. Saint John for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Freeport or Saint John?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Freeport and Saint John 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: Freeport or Saint John?

Freeport

When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.

This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.

Saint John

With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.

This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.

Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Freeport?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Freeport is $245, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $192. 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 Freeport and Saint John in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Freeport $141
    Saint John $106
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Freeport $282
    Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Freeport and Saint John

Looking for a hotel in Freeport or Saint John? 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 Freeport


Hotels in Saint John


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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: Freeport Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Freeport $59
    Saint John $49

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport

Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Freeport Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): Transfer to Freeport: $264
  • Freeport to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) Departure Private Transfer: $73
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport - Arrival Private Transfer: $73
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay - Private Transfer: $196
  • Grand Bahama Airport(FPO) to Freeport -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $145
  • Grand Bahama Airport: One-Way Transfer to Freeport Hotels: $141
  • Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $196
  • Private Round Trip Transfer from Freeport Airport to Hotel: $133
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $169
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $236
  • Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $30
  • Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $30

Is it cheaper to fly into Freeport or Saint John?

Prices for flights to both Saint John and Freeport 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
    Freeport $64
    Saint John $56

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport

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

  • Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Freeport $40
    Saint John $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 10 Dive Package
    $300
  • 4 Hr. Kayak Tour
    $70
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    $75

Tours and Activities in Freeport

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

  • Private Car Service Tour: $50
  • Tour of Coral Vita and breach brak at Banana bay beach club: $51
  • Mamma Gal Native Experience : $70
  • Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $83
  • Mamma Gal East End Native Experience : $85
  • Rumbo Tour : $90
  • Clear Kayak Tour: $120
  • Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
  • CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
  • East End Private Day Trip Experience Tour : $200
  • Snorkel/Swim with the Turtles Experience: $250
  • 4 Hour Private Sandy Cay Experience with Snorkeling - Adults Only: $275

Tours and Activities in Saint John

Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
  • USVI: Island & Beach Tours in St. Thomas & St. John (2 Days): $199

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Freeport $31
    Saint John $44

Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:

  • Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $75


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Freeport Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.


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