Which place is cheaper, Greenville or Montego Bay?
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 Montego Bay or Greenville?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montego Bay and Greenville can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Montego Bay or Greenville?
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
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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Montego Bay Prices
Jamaica PricesGreenville Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontego Bay $259Greenville $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $259, while the average daily cost in Greenville 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 Montego Bay and Greenville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontego Bay $102Greenville $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontego Bay $204Greenville $126
Compare Hotels in Montego Bay and Greenville
Looking for a hotel in Montego Bay 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: Montego Bay Hotel Prices and Greenville Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montego Bay $15Greenville $158
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Mercedes Benz Sprinter Airport Transfer: $300
- Jet Car Adventure in Montego Bay with Transfers: $300
- Chevy Suburban Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $300
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport to Negril Hotels: $270
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport To Ocho Rios: $267
- SUV Prado Transfer from Montego Bay Airport: $257
- Private Luxury Transfers in Montego Bay – Reliable Services: $250
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $245
- Private Roundtrip Transfer to/from Ohio Rios and Sangster Airport: $241
- Private Transfer To/From Montego Bay & Airport MBJ Across Jamaica: $238
- Airport-Negril Hotels Transfers and Returns For 1- 4 persons: $230
- ATV and Zipline Combo Tour with Round-Trip Transfers: $225
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: $83
- Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) to Greenville - Arrival Private Transfer: $84
- Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) to Greenville - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $167
Is it cheaper to fly into Montego Bay or Greenville?
Prices for flights to both Greenville and Montego Bay 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 dayMontego Bay $142Greenville $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Lunch or Dinner with Pickup from Montego Bay: $45
- Montego Bay City and Food Tour All Inclusive Experience: $48
- Street Food Tour in Montego Bay: $59
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $60
- Mystic Lagoon Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Lagoon Swim: $95
- Sunset Dinner at Bamboo Beach Club: $99
- 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
- Bar Hopping & Local Food Tour-From Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios: $130
- Jamaican Seafood Street Food Tour from Montego Bay, Falmouth: $150
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife: $150
- Sunset Boat Cruise and Luminous Lagoon with Dinner and Transfer: $150
- Authentic Jamaican Food Cooking Experience in the Countryside: $195
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.Montego Bay $31Greenville $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach$2.68
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Snorkeling Trip$19
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One Tank Dive$37
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- 1 Hour Horse Back Riding & Dunn's River Falls Tour Combo: $240
- 2 Days Of Blue Hole, Dunns River Falls & Hidden Beauty Adventure: $180
- 2 Hour Private Montego Bay City Tour with Souvenir’s Shopping: $80
- 27/27 Lounge, Pier 1 & Margaritaville Nightlife Tour In Jamaica: $80
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Montego Bay From Falmouth: $75
- 3-Hour Private Tour in the Highlights of Montego Bay: $58
- 4 Hours Private Night Life Experience in Montego Bay: $66
- 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
- 7 Mile Beach Private Tour: $122
- 7 Mile Beach and Rick's Cafe Private Tour: $80
- 7 Mile Beach and Rick's Cafe in Negril from Montego Bay Private Tour: $120
- ATV & Horseback Riding combo tour Montego Bay with Pickup: $190
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 Ghost Tour with Paranormal Investigation: $35
- Greenville Haunted Bar Tour: $35
- The Greenville Ghost Hunt 2 Hour Walking Tour: $40
- Private Greenville Driving Tour: $50
- 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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontego Bay $13Greenville $9.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Montego Bay Jamaica Rum Distillery Tour Private Driver: $250
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montego Bay and Greenville, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Greenville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montego Bay 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 Greenville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Greenville 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Greenville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montego Bay Expensive? and Is Greenville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montego Bay or Greenville?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Greenville. When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay 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.