Which place is cheaper, Halifax or Martha's Vineyard?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Martha's Vineyard or Halifax?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Martha's Vineyard and Halifax. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Martha's Vineyard or Halifax?
Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is a famous destination for CEO's, celebrities, and executives. It's an island that's just 8 miles from the Cape Cod peninsula and it is a popular place to "summer" for many recognizable people. Martha's Vineyard has become so popular among the stars, that it's no longer surprising to see a celebrity hanging around.
Halifax
The quaint and charming coastal town of Halifax, Nova Scotia has an interesting personality. While it caters to travelers from all over the world, it maintains the pace and lifestyle of a small town.
Steeped in maritime history, Halifax is the capital of Nova Scotia, and one of the world's greatest natural harbors. This busy seaport serves as the economic and cultural hub of Eastern Canada.
When planning your trip keep in mind that this city has a climate like other coastal cities. Summers are nice with the occasional humidity. Winters are mild, but still full of snow and wind. The best time of year to visit is most certainly the fall.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMartha's Vineyard $241Halifax $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Martha's Vineyard is $241, while the average daily cost in Halifax is $114. 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 Martha's Vineyard and Halifax in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMartha's Vineyard $132Halifax $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMartha's Vineyard $264Halifax $130
Compare Hotels in Martha's Vineyard and Halifax
Looking for a hotel in Martha's Vineyard or Halifax? 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: Martha's Vineyard Hotel Prices and Halifax Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Martha's Vineyard $83Halifax $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Halifax
Also for Halifax, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Halifax Stanfield Airport (YHZ): Transfer to Halifax Port: $209
- Halifax Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Halifax hotels: $133
- From Peggy’s Cove Small-Group Tour with Transfers: $80
- Halifax Airport (YHZ) to Halifax Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $68
- Transfer to/from Stanfield International Airport: $44
- Private Transfer from Halifax Stanfield Airport to Halifax: $36
- Halifax Stanfield Airport (YHZ) to Halifax Port-Arrival Transfer: $34
- Halifax Stanfield Airport(YHZ) to Halifax Port - Arrival Transfer: $34
Is it cheaper to fly into Martha's Vineyard or Halifax?
Prices for flights to both Halifax and Martha's Vineyard 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 dayMartha's Vineyard $60Halifax $31
Typical Food Prices in Halifax
For Halifax, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Bluenose II Restaurant$45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Halifax
For Halifax, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Peggy's Cove Small Group Night Tour with Dinner: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Martha's Vineyard $30Halifax $28
Tours and Activities in Martha's Vineyard
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Martha's Vineyard.
- 3-Hour Martha's Vineyard Island Tour from Oak Bluffs: $65
- All Island Bus Tour: $65
- Martha's Vinyard Driving & Walking GPS-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (APP/GPS) Audio Walking Tour: $7.75
- Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard Audio Tour: $13
Tours and Activities in Halifax
For Halifax, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Exlore Halifax with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours: $13
- From City and Peggy's Cove Sunset Guided Tour: $65
- From Small Group Lunenberg Express Tour: $120
- Halifax Boardwalk and Seaport: Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.11
- Halifax self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt: $38
- Churches, Gardens, & Graveyards Smartphone Tour: $5.11
- City Segway Tour: $67
- Discover the Halifax Explosion Audio Walking Tour: $5.11
- Full Day City Sightseeing Tour: $1,675
- Guided Harbourfront Food Walking Tour: $120
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Small Group Walking Tour with Citadel & Museum: $102
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMartha's Vineyard $22Halifax $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Martha's Vineyard and Halifax, we can see that Martha's Vineyard is more expensive. And not only is Halifax much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Halifax would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Halifax 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 Martha's Vineyard would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Martha's Vineyard than you might in Halifax.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Martha's Vineyard Expensive? and Is Halifax Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Martha's Vineyard or Halifax?
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 Martha's Vineyard or Halifax in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Martha's Vineyard and Halifax. Many visitors come to Martha's Vineyard in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Martha's Vineyard is a little warmer than Halifax. Typically, the summer temperatures in Martha's Vineyard in July average around 73°F (23°C), and Halifax averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Halifax this time of the year. In Martha's Vineyard, it's very sunny this time of the year. Martha's Vineyard usually receives more sunshine than Halifax during summer. Martha's Vineyard gets 293 hours of sunny skies, while Halifax receives 230 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Martha's Vineyard usually receives less rain than Halifax. Martha's Vineyard gets 2.8 inches (72 mm) of rain, while Halifax receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMartha's Vineyard 73°F (23°C)Halifax 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Halifax in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Martha's Vineyard as well as Halifax. Most visitors come to Martha's Vineyard for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Martha's Vineyard is generally a little warmer than Halifax. Daily temperatures in Martha's Vineyard average around 53°F (12°C), and Halifax fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Martha's Vineyard this time of the year. In the autumn, Martha's Vineyard often gets more sunshine than Halifax. Martha's Vineyard gets 211 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Halifax receives 148 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Halifax. Martha's Vineyard usually gets less rain in October than Halifax. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Halifax receives 121 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMartha's Vineyard 53°F (12°C)Halifax 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Halifax in the Winter?
Both Halifax and Martha's Vineyard are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Martha's Vineyard because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Halifax in the winter. The weather in Martha's Vineyard can be very cold. Martha's Vineyard is much warmer than Halifax in the winter. The daily temperature in Martha's Vineyard averages around 28°F (-2°C) in January, and Halifax fluctuates around -4°C (24°F).
Martha's Vineyard usually receives more sunshine than Halifax during winter. Martha's Vineyard gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Halifax receives 111 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Halifax. In January, Martha's Vineyard usually receives less rain than Halifax. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain, while Halifax receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMartha's Vineyard 28°F (-2°C)Halifax -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Halifax in the Spring?
Both Halifax and Martha's Vineyard during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Martha's Vineyard this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Halifax. In the spring, Martha's Vineyard is much warmer than Halifax. Typically, the spring temperatures in Martha's Vineyard in April average around 48°F (9°C), and Halifax averages at about 4°C (39°F).
It's quite sunny in Martha's Vineyard. In the spring, Martha's Vineyard often gets more sunshine than Halifax. Martha's Vineyard gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Halifax receives 148 hours of full sun.
Halifax gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Martha's Vineyard usually gets less rain in April than Halifax. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.7 inches (94 mm) of rain, while Halifax receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMartha's Vineyard 48°F (9°C)Halifax 4°C (39°F)
Typical Weather for Halifax and Martha's Vineyard
| Martha's Vineyard | Halifax | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | -4°C (24°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Feb | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) | -5°C (24°F) | 108 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 38°F (3°C) | 4 inches (101 mm) | -1°C (31°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | 4°C (39°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 9°C (48°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jun | 67°F (20°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jul | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 inches (72 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | 18°C (65°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Sep | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 15°C (58°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Oct | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 10°C (49°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) |
| Nov | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 inches (115 mm) | 5°C (40°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) | -1°C (29°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
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