Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Hope?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hope or Montreal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Hope and Montreal can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hope or Montreal?
Hope
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Canada, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHope $31Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Hope is $31, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $209. 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 Hope and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHope $8.89Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHope $18Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Hope and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Hope or Montreal? 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: Hope Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hope -Montreal $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 8 Passengers Transfer from or to Montreal Airport YUL to Montreal City Center : $224
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Departure Transfer Montreal to Montreal Airport by Limos or Bus: $153
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $116
- Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $87
- One Way Private transfer from Montreal Airport to/ from Montreal: $84
- Downtown Direct: Montreal's Exclusive Airport Transfer: $79
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montreal CityCenter- to Montreal Airport (YUL): $67
- Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Hope or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Hope 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 dayHope $22Montreal $36
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$8.97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $50
- Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $59
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $104
- Jewish Neighborhood Food Tour: $130
- Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $206
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hope -Montreal $21
Tours and Activities in Hope
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
- Vancouver to Sun Peaks 2 days outdoor adventure tour: $1,242
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$53
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- 1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour: $29
- 1 Hour Tour of Old-Montreal in Vintage Convertible Cadillac: $220
- 2 hour Tour of The Montreal Bagel: $44
- 3 Days 2 Nights Tour in New York: $300
- 3-Hour Scooter Sightseeing in Montreal: $79
- 3Hr Montreal Architecture Bike Tour with regular or E-bikes Beer & wine included: $64
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.73
- All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
- Awesome Curling Experience : $82
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $212
- Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
- Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHope $10Montreal $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hope and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hope Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hope or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 710 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Hope and Montreal, 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.
When is the best time to visit Hope or Montreal?
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.
Should I visit Hope or Montreal in the Summer?
Both Montreal and Hope are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Hope is generally cooler than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Hope average around 18°C (64°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In July, Hope usually receives less rain than Montreal. Hope gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHope 18°C (64°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Hope or Montreal in the Autumn?
Both Montreal and Hope during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Hope is a little warmer than Montreal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hope averages around 10°C (51°F) in October, and Montreal fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. Hope usually gets more rain in October than Montreal. Hope gets 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHope 10°C (51°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Hope or Montreal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hope and Montreal.
Montreal can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Hope. In the winter, Hope is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hope in January average around 3°C (37°F), and Montreal averages at about -10°C (14°F).
Hope gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Hope usually receives more rain than Montreal. Hope gets 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHope 3°C (37°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Hope or Montreal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hope as well as Montreal.
In April, Hope is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Hope average around 9°C (49°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hope usually gets more rain in April than Montreal. Hope gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHope 9°C (49°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Hope
| Hope | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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