Which place is cheaper, Halifax or Newport?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Newport or Halifax?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Newport and Halifax can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Newport or Halifax?
Newport
Established in colonial times as one of the most important ports of Rhode Island, Newport has since transformed into a historic seaside city and resort town for many summer visitors. It has one of the highest concentrations of colonial homes in the nation in the downtown Newport Historic District, and is perhaps most known for the famous Newport Mansions. The area is also home to Salve Regina University and Naval Station Newport which houses the United States Naval War College, the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, and a major United States Navy training center. With its rich history, culture, and prime location overlooking the ocean, Newport has been host to many seaside events like the America's Cup sailing regatta as well as the Newport Folk Festival.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in United States of America, The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America, The Best G Adventures Tours to Canada, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Vancouver.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNewport $159Halifax $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Newport is $159, 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 Newport and Halifax in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNewport $92Halifax $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNewport $184Halifax $130
Compare Hotels in Newport and Halifax
Looking for a hotel in Newport 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: Newport Hotel Prices and Halifax Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Newport $36Halifax $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Newport
Also for Newport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Newport Port to Providence city Hotels: $61
- Private Transfer from Newport Port to Providence Airport (PVD): $49
- Private Transfer from Newport Port to Boston Logan Airport (BOS) : $88
- Private Transfer from Newport Cruise Port to Boston city hotels: $88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Halifax
Also for Halifax, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Halifax Stanfield Airport to Halifax: $36
- Transfer to/from Stanfield International Airport: $44
- Halifax Stanfield Airport(YHZ) to Halifax Port - Arrival Transfer: $34
- Halifax Stanfield Airport (YHZ): Transfer to Halifax Port: $209
- Halifax Stanfield Airport (YHZ) to Halifax Port-Arrival Transfer: $34
- Halifax Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Halifax hotels: $133
- Halifax Airport (YHZ) to Halifax Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $68
- From Peggy’s Cove Small-Group Tour with Transfers: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Newport or Halifax?
Prices for flights to both Halifax and Newport 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 dayNewport $45Halifax $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Newport
For Newport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Newport Neighborhood Food Tour: $89
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.Newport $17Halifax $28
Tours and Activities in Newport
For Newport, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Newport Ghosts: Seaside Hauntings and Hags Tour: $27
- Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI: $38
- Discover Newport's Grandeur: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Downtown Westerly Ghost Tour: $30
- Evening Voyage with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI: $45
- Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour: $225
- Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise of Narragansett Bay from Newport: $42
- Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI: $38
- Morning Mimosa Sightseeing Sail on Schooner Madeleine in Newport: $45
- Newport Afternoon Sightseeing Sail on Classic Sailboat: $45
- Newport Beach Private Tour & Whale Watching Cruise: $395
- Newport Cliff Walk & Ocean Drive Self-Guided Tours Bundle: $14
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 dayNewport $14Halifax $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Newport and Halifax, we can see that Newport 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 Newport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Newport 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 Newport Expensive? and Is Halifax Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Newport or Halifax?
Halifax has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Newport. When comparing the sizes of Newport and Halifax, 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 Newport 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 Newport or Halifax in the Summer?
Both Halifax and Newport are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The beaches, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Newport this time of year.
In the summer, Newport is a little warmer than Halifax. Typically, the summer temperatures in Newport in July average around 73°F (23°C), and Halifax averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Halifax. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Newport. Newport usually receives more sunshine than Halifax during summer. Newport gets 293 hours of sunny skies, while Halifax receives 230 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Newport usually receives less rain than Halifax. Newport 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 JulyNewport 73°F (23°C)Halifax 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Newport or Halifax in the Autumn?
Both Halifax and Newport during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Newport for the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Newport is generally a little warmer than Halifax. Daily temperatures in Newport average around 53°F (12°C), and Halifax fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
It's quite sunny in Newport. In the autumn, Newport often gets more sunshine than Halifax. Newport gets 211 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. Newport usually gets less rain in October than Halifax. Newport 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 OctoberNewport 53°F (12°C)Halifax 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Newport or Halifax in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Newport and Halifax. Many visitors come to Newport in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Halifax can be very cold during winter. Newport can get quite cold in the winter. Newport is much warmer than Halifax in the winter. The daily temperature in Newport averages around 28°F (-2°C) in January, and Halifax fluctuates around -4°C (24°F).
Newport usually receives more sunshine than Halifax during winter. Newport gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Halifax receives 111 hours of full sun in the winter.
Halifax receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Newport usually receives less rain than Halifax. Newport 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 JanuaryNewport 28°F (-2°C)Halifax -4°C (24°F)
Should I visit Newport or Halifax in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Newport as well as Halifax. Most visitors come to Newport for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty during these months.
The weather in Halifax can be very cold. In the spring, Newport is much warmer than Halifax. Typically, the spring temperatures in Newport in April average around 48°F (9°C), and Halifax averages at about 4°C (39°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Newport this time of the year. In the spring, Newport often gets more sunshine than Halifax. Newport gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Halifax receives 148 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Halifax. Newport usually gets less rain in April than Halifax. Newport 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 AprilNewport 48°F (9°C)Halifax 4°C (39°F)
Typical Weather for Halifax and Newport
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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) |
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.