Which place is cheaper, Greenville or Kingston?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Kingston or Greenville?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Greenville, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Kingston or Greenville?
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
Greenville
Greenville marks the largest metropolitan area of South Carolina in terms of expanse. The urban area makes for a unique landscape where the Old South meets the New South in a mix of historic homes and modern skyscrapers. Considered to be the "upstate" region of South Carolina, Greenville has much to offer in entertainment, drawing visitors with its annual concerts, festivals, and events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.
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Kingston Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Greenville $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Greenville is $185. 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 Kingston and Greenville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Greenville $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Greenville $126
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Greenville
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Greenville? 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: Kingston Hotel Prices and Greenville Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Greenville $158
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Montego Bay: 5-Day Jamaica Tour with Meals and Transfers: $2,200
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Cruise Port to Kingston Hotels: $263
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port: $263
- Norman Manley Airport Private Round-trip Transfer to Kingston: $260
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport (KIN) To & From Sandals South Coast: $240
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande: $200
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $197
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport to Hilton Rose Hall: $187
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to or from Hotels in Falmouth Area: $173
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $167
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Greenville
Also for Greenville, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Greenville to Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) - Departure Private Transfer: $86
- Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) to Greenville - Arrival Private Transfer: $86
- Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) to Greenville - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $172
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Greenville?
Prices for flights to both Greenville and Kingston 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 dayKingston $45Greenville $37
Typical Food Prices in Greenville
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Greenville:
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Marble Slab Creamery (for 2)$9.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Greenville
For Greenville, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Greenville Sampler, a 2 Hour Food Tour: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Greenville $25
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ATV Outback Adventure from Kingston: $288
- Art Walk, Bob Marley Museum Kingston City Tour: $130
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios: $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Black River Safari Tour from Kingston: $272
- Blue Mountain Coffee Tasting & Farm Tour from Kingston: $150
- Bluehole, Dunn's River Falls and Port Royal all in one tour: $690
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley House and Dunns River Falls Private Tour: $150
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum and Kingston Sightseeing from Port Royal Cruise Port: $205
Tours and Activities in Greenville
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Greenville.
- Epic Royalty Themed Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Greenville: $10
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Greenville SC: $15
- The 1-Hour Greenville History and More Walking Tour: $20
- Greenville Haunted Bar Tour: $35
- Paranormal Walking Tour by Greenville Ghost Tours: $35
- The Greenville Ghost Hunt 2 Hour Walking Tour: $40
- Greenville City Segway Tour: $75
- 2 Hour Holiday Lights and Cheer Driving Tour: $80
- Small-Group Walking Tour in Greenville with Breakfast: $95
- Just Desserts Tour In Greenville: $95
- Greenville Bites and Sights Lunch Tour: $98
- The 3 Hour Upstate Relocation and More Driving Tour: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Greenville -
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Worthy Park Estate Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting: $144
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Greenville, we can see that Greenville is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kingston is in Caribbean Islands and Greenville is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Greenville would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Greenville than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kingston Expensive? and Is Greenville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Greenville?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Greenville. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Greenville, 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.
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.