Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Hope?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hope or Toronto?
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 Toronto can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hope or Toronto?
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.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
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 $31Toronto $203
The average daily cost (per person) in Hope is $31, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $203. 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 Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHope $8.89Toronto $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHope $18Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Hope and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Hope or Toronto? 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 Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hope -Toronto $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$26
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer: Toronto Airport YYZ to Niagara Falls in Business Car: $293
- Round trip transfer in private vehicle from-to Pearson Airport in Niagara Falls (Ontario): $280
- Low Cost :- Private Transfer Toronto Downtown to Niagara Falls Ont: $264
- Private Transfer from Toronto Pearson Airport to Toronto: $224
- Toronto Airport (YYZ) to Blue Mountains - Round-trip Transfer: $218
- Private Arrival Transfer. Pearson Airport to Kitchener/Waterloo : $217
- Private Transfer from Toronto City to Toronto Pearson Airport : $209
- Private Transfer:Toronto Airport or Collingwood - Blue Mountain Resort One way: $203
- Private Transfer: Pearson Int’l Airport (YYZ) to Niagara Falls, ON: $198
- Toronto Pearson Airport arrival transfer (Airport to any Hotel or Address): $196
- Private Transfer from Toronto City to Toronto (YYZ) Airport: $191
- Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara Falls, Canada: $179
Is it cheaper to fly into Hope or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto 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 $22Toronto $65
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Must Do Toronto Food Tour: $66
- Toronto Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $66
- 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $72
- Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Scenic Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $76
- Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour: $80
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Father's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Mother's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $110
- Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tour with Optional Boat & Dinner: $111
- Toronto Food Tour with Local Foodie, Personalized & Private: $151
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hope -Toronto $31
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 Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.26
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Hour Private Guided Photography Tour in Toronto: $187
- 14-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Toronto: $201
- 2 Hour Toronto City Tour: $48
- 3-day Eastern Canada Tour from Toronto: $260
- 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
- 7-Minute Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $111
- Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $34
- Algonquin Park Hiking: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $139
- Best of Toronto Small Group Tour with CN Tower and Harbour Cruise: $141
- Between Huntsville and Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.21
- Bon Echo Canoeing & Swimming Adventure: $168
- Bus to Grotto - Tobermory Flowerpot Island Cruise Bruce Peninsula: $148
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHope $10Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Distillery District Outdoor Escape Game: $8.01
- Finest Whisky Exploration Game in Toronto Distillery District: $8.17
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
- Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour: $21
- Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $27
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
- Distillery District Breakfast Tour: $37
- Toronto Distillery District self-guided walking tour & hunt: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $39
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $40
- Craft Brewery Tour: $75
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hope and Toronto, we can see that Toronto 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto 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 Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hope or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 1000 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Hope and Toronto, 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 Toronto?
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 Toronto in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hope and Toronto.
Hope is cooler than Toronto in the summer. The daily temperature in Hope averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Toronto fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In July, Hope usually receives less rain than Toronto. Hope gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHope 18°C (64°F)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Hope or Toronto in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hope as well as Toronto.
In the autumn, Hope is around the same temperature as Toronto. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hope in October average around 10°C (51°F), and Toronto averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hope usually gets more rain in October than Toronto. Hope gets 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHope 10°C (51°F)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Hope or Toronto in the Winter?
Both Toronto and Hope are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Toronto can be very cold. Hope can be very cold during winter. In January, Hope is generally much warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Hope average around 3°C (37°F), and Toronto fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
It's quite rainy in Hope. In January, Hope usually receives more rain than Toronto. Hope gets 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHope 3°C (37°F)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Hope or Toronto in the Spring?
Both Toronto and Hope during the spring are popular places to visit.
Hope is a little warmer than Toronto in the spring. The daily temperature in Hope averages around 9°C (49°F) in April, and Toronto fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. Hope usually gets more rain in April than Toronto. Hope gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHope 9°C (49°F)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Hope
| Hope | Toronto | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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.