Which place is cheaper, Victoria or Moncton?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moncton or Victoria?
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 Victoria. 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 Victoria?
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.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
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 $107Victoria $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Moncton is $107, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $182. 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 Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoncton $29Victoria $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoncton $58Victoria $226
Compare Hotels in Moncton and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Moncton or Victoria? 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 Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moncton -Victoria $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Seaplane Transfer between Victoria and Whistler: $217
- Vancouver: Seaplane Transfer between Vancouver & Victoria: $205
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $88
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Hotel Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $83
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $74
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Moncton or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria 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 $56Victoria $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chocolate Lovers Food Tour: $44
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $58
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $60
- Victoria Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $73
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moncton $79Victoria $45
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
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Victoria City & the Coastal Shoreside: $77
- 60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour: $205
- 75-Minute The Royal Tour: $247
- 90-Minute The Capital Tour: $288
- Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Victoria: $205
- Bike 3-hour City Highlights Tour & coastal ride: $94
- Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour: $327
- COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix: $98
- Castles, Hoods & Legends - Bike Tour: $51
- Cultural & Historical Victoria Walking Tour: $16
- Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: $60
- Eat Like a Canadian Food & Sightseeing Tour: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoncton $4.54Victoria $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $47
- 3-Hour Street Art & Craft Beer Tour of Victoria, Brewery Tour & Tasting included: $102
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $134
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $436
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moncton and Victoria, we can see that Victoria 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 Victoria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Victoria 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 Victoria Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moncton or Victoria?
Victoria has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Moncton. When comparing the sizes of Moncton and Victoria, 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 Victoria?
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 Victoria in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Moncton and Victoria.
Moncton is a little warmer than Victoria in the summer. The daily temperature in Moncton averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Victoria fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Moncton gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Moncton usually receives more rain than Victoria. Moncton gets 103 mm (4 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoncton 19°C (66°F)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Moncton or Victoria in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Moncton as well as Victoria.
In the autumn, Moncton is cooler than Victoria. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Moncton in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Victoria averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Moncton receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Moncton usually gets more rain in October than Victoria. Moncton gets 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoncton 8°C (46°F)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Moncton or Victoria in the Winter?
Both Victoria and Moncton are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Victoria can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Moncton. In January, Moncton is generally much colder than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Moncton average around -8°C (17°F), and Victoria fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Victoria. It's quite rainy in Moncton. In January, Moncton usually receives less rain than Victoria. Moncton gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoncton -8°C (17°F)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Moncton or Victoria in the Spring?
Both Victoria and Moncton during the spring are popular places to visit.
Moncton can get quite cold in the spring. Moncton is much colder than Victoria in the spring. The daily temperature in Moncton averages around 3°C (38°F) in April, and Victoria fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Moncton. Moncton usually gets more rain in April than Victoria. Moncton gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoncton 3°C (38°F)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria and Moncton
| Moncton | Victoria | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | -8°C (18°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (38°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (60°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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