Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Moncton?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moncton or Montreal?
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 Moncton and Montreal. 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: Moncton or Montreal?
Moncton
Moncton is the largest city in the Canadian province of New Brunswick. Located in the Petitcodiac River Valley with access to the Bay of Fundy, and, by extension, the Atlantic Ocean, Moncton is also at the geographic center of Canada's Maritime Provinces. Today, the city's most famous attraction is Magnetic Hill, though there are also plenty of parks, museums, galleries, theatres, and other venues for entertainment.
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 Camping Tours in Canada, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Canada, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoncton $107Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Moncton is $107, 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 Moncton and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoncton $29Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoncton $58Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Moncton and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Moncton 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: Moncton Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moncton -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 Moncton or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Moncton 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 dayMoncton $56Montreal $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.Moncton $79Montreal $21
Tours and Activities in Moncton
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Moncton.
- Moncton Self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt: $38
- Moncton, NB: Murder Mystery Detective Experience: $11
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 dayMoncton $4.54Montreal $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 Moncton and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Moncton much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moncton would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moncton 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 Moncton.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moncton Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moncton or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Moncton. When comparing the sizes of Moncton 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 Moncton 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 Moncton or Montreal in the Summer?
Both Montreal and Moncton are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Moncton is around the same temperature as Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Moncton averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite rainy in Moncton. In July, Moncton usually receives more rain than Montreal. Moncton gets 103 mm (4 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 JulyMoncton 19°C (66°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Moncton or Montreal in the Autumn?
Both Montreal and Moncton during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Moncton is around the same temperature as Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Moncton in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Moncton. Moncton usually gets more rain in October than Montreal. Moncton gets 106 mm (4.2 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 OctoberMoncton 8°C (46°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Moncton or Montreal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Moncton and Montreal.
The weather in Montreal can be very cold. Moncton can be very cold during winter. In January, Moncton is generally a little warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Moncton average around -8°C (17°F), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Moncton gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Moncton usually receives more rain than Montreal. Moncton gets 120 mm (4.7 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 JanuaryMoncton -8°C (17°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Moncton or Montreal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Moncton as well as Montreal.
The weather in Moncton can be very cold. Moncton is much colder than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Moncton averages around 3°C (38°F) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Moncton receives a lot of rain in the spring. Moncton usually gets more rain in April than Montreal. Moncton gets 101 mm (4 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 AprilMoncton 3°C (38°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Moncton
| Moncton | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | -8°C (18°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (60°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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