Which place is cheaper, Moncton or Glacier National Park?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Glacier National Park or Moncton?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Glacier National Park or Moncton? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Glacier National Park or Moncton?
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is a large park situated in the far north of Montana, bordering Canada. The park borders the Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada and both share UNESCO World Heritage Site and are biosphere reserves. Glacier National Park offers over 700 miles of trails and countless activities, including hiking, biking, canoeing, and fishing. As the park is split by the Continental Divide, the east and west sides of the park experience fairly different weather. The western side of the park gets the most rainfall while the eastern side offers more sunshine, but also more wind. During summer months, temperatures can get into the 90's Fahrenheit during the day while winter sees temperatures in the 20's and plenty of snowfall. The high season for the park is June-September, which is also when the majority of hiking trails, hotels, and shops are open.
Moncton
Moncton is the largest city in the Canadian province of New Brunswick. Located in the Petitcodiac River Valley with access to the Bay of Fundy, and, by extension, the Atlantic Ocean, Moncton is also at the geographic center of Canada's Maritime Provinces. Today, the city's most famous attraction is Magnetic Hill, though there are also plenty of parks, museums, galleries, theatres, and other venues for entertainment.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGlacier National Park $127Moncton $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Glacier National Park is $127, while the average daily cost in Moncton is $107. 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 Glacier National Park and Moncton in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGlacier National Park $56Moncton $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGlacier National Park $112Moncton $58
Compare Hotels in Glacier National Park and Moncton
Looking for a hotel in Glacier National Park or Moncton? 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: Moncton Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Glacier National Park $69Moncton -
Is it cheaper to fly into Glacier National Park or Moncton?
Prices for flights to both Moncton and Glacier National Park 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 dayGlacier National Park $28Moncton $56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glacier National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Glacier National Park.
- Half Day Whitewater Rafting with Riverside Dinner: $113
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Glacier National Park $34Moncton $79
Tours and Activities in Glacier National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Glacier National Park are as follows:
- Combo Tour: Driving and Snowshoe Trek of Glacier National Park: $220
- Driving Tour in Glacier National Park: $220
- Full Day Glacier National Park Whitewater Rafting Adventure - With Lunch!: $152
- Full Day Whitewater Adventure Trip with Included Lunch: $157
- Glacier National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Half Day Bike and Hike Tour in around Whitefish: $175
- Half-Day Glacier National Park Whitewater Rafting Adventure: $87
- Self Guided Bike Tour in Glacier National Park : $65
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Glacier National Park: $12
Tours and Activities in Moncton
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Moncton.
- Moncton, NB: Murder Mystery Detective Experience: $11
- Moncton Self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGlacier National Park $8.41Moncton $4.54
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Glacier National Park and Moncton, we can see that Glacier National Park is more expensive. And not only is Moncton much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moncton would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moncton 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 Glacier National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glacier National Park than you might in Moncton.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Glacier National Park Expensive? and Is Moncton Expensive?.
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.