Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Kingston?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kingston or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Saint Croix, 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 Saint Croix?
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.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $109Saint Croix $236
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $109, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $236. 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 Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $64Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $128Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Saint Croix? 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 Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $30Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- All Island Private Transfer To/From Kingston Airport (KIN): $22
- MBJ Airport Transfer to/ from Hotels : $25
- Airport Transfer Norman Manley international airport: $30
- Private Transfer to/from Kingston Airport: $42
- Kingston Airport Taxi Transfers Private ***: $47
- Private Transfer From Norman Manley Airport to Kingston one way: $48
- Airport Transfer in Kingston: $50
- Kingston International Airport Jamaica - Private Arrival or Depature transfer : $73
- Private Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport: $90
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port: $117
- 10. Norman Manley Intl Kingston Airport Fun-Transfer to/from Montego Bay Resorts: $125
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $127
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $217
- Henry E.Rohlsen Airport(STX) to St. Croix island-Arrival Transfer: $109
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $71
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Cruise Port to St. Croix Airport: $71
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $163
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $49
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $49
- Saint Croix Airport (STX) to Saint Croix Hotels -Arrival Transfer: $109
- St Croix Airport to St Croix Hotels Private Round Trip Transfer: $217
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix 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 $27Saint Croix $56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $129
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $13Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $25
- Montego Bay: All inclusive tours: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Tour Skip the Line Tickets: $45
- Cannabis Shopping Tour with Lunch: $50
- Ocho Rios Shore Excursion: Bus Tour of Ocho Rios, Fern Gully and Turtle Beach: $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Kingston Half Day Community and Art Tour: $70
- Tour a Jamaican Farm: $70
- Kingston City Tour (starting in Kingston): $72
- Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $73
- Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats: $75
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Grange Estate History and Heritage Private Tour and Luncheon : $60
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $75
- St Croix Island Tour: $100
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- 30 Minute Private Jetcar Experience in Virgin Islands: $150
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- 1 Hour Private Jetcar Experience in Virgin Islands : $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix 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 Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kingston or Saint Croix?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kingston and Saint Croix. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Kingston usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Kingston is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 29°C (83°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKingston 29°C (83°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kingston as well as Saint Croix. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Saint Croix. Kingston receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Kingston usually gets more rain in October than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Kingston is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kingston averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKingston 28°C (82°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Winter?
Both Saint Croix and Kingston are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Kingston usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Kingston is around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kingston in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKingston 26°C (79°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Kingston or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Kingston during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
Kingston usually gets less rain in April than Saint Croix. Kingston gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Kingston is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 26°C (80°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKingston 26°C (80°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Kingston
| Kingston | Saint Croix | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.