Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Newton?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Newton or Montreal?
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 Newton and Montreal can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Newton or Montreal?
Newton
Newton, a large suburb of Boston, consists of 13 villages or neighborhoods: Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Lower Falls, Newton Centre, Newton Corner, Newton Highlands, Newtonville, Nonantum, Oak Hill, Thompsonville, Upper Falls, Waban, and West Newton. It's a good sized city with a population of over 80,000. Each village has its own historical and architectural character. Many of the villages were founded around railroad stations when the Boston & Worcester line opened in 1833 along the north side of the city. Another railroad line started along the south side of town in 1851. It's now the "D" line of the MBTA's Green Line. Walking tours of most villages are available and recommended for history buffs.
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 United States of America, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNewton $147Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Newton is $147, 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 Newton and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNewton $82Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNewton $164Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Newton and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Newton 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: Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Newton $80Montreal $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 : $223
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal 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
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $82
- 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 Newton or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Newton 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 dayNewton $25Montreal $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: $103
- 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: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Newton -Montreal $21
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
- 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: $8.74
- All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
- Awesome Curling Experience : $82
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $211
- Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
- Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
- City tour; afternoon in Montreal: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNewton -Montreal $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 Newton and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Newton much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Newton would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Newton 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 Newton.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Newton Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Newton or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Newton. When comparing the sizes of Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton or Montreal in the Summer?
Both Montreal and Newton are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Newton is a little warmer than Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Newton averages around 73°F (23°C) in July, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Montreal. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Newton. Newton usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during summer. Newton gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Newton usually receives less rain than Montreal. Newton gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNewton 73°F (23°C)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Newton or Montreal in the Autumn?
Both Montreal and Newton during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Newton is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Newton in October average around 54°F (12°C), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the autumn, Newton often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Newton gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun.
Newton usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Montreal. Newton gets 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNewton 54°F (12°C)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Newton or Montreal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Newton and Montreal.
Montreal can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Newton. In January, Newton is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Newton average around 29°F (-2°C), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Newton usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during winter. Newton gets 153 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Newton usually receives more rain than Montreal. Newton gets 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNewton 29°F (-2°C)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Newton or Montreal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Newton as well as Montreal.
Newton is a little warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Newton averages around 48°F (9°C) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Newton this time of the year. In the spring, Newton often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Newton gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun.
Newton usually gets more rain in April than Montreal. Newton gets 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNewton 48°F (9°C)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Newton
| Newton | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.4 inches (87 mm) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 38°F (4°C) | 3.7 inches (95 mm) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 inches (108 mm) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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