A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ocho Rios vs. Freeport for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ocho Rios or Freeport?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ocho Rios or Freeport, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Ocho Rios or Freeport?

Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.

Freeport

When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.

This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.

Which place is cheaper, Freeport or Ocho Rios?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Ocho Rios is $74, while the average daily cost in Freeport is $288. 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 Ocho Rios and Freeport in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ocho Rios $51
    Freeport $140
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ocho Rios $102
    Freeport $280
Compare Hotels in Ocho Rios and Freeport

Looking for a hotel in Ocho Rios or Freeport? 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.

Hotels in Ocho Rios


Hotels in Freeport


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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: Ocho Rios Hotel Prices and Freeport Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ocho Rios $7.37
    Freeport $59

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios

Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Transfer To Ochi Rios Hotels (Round-Trip): $200
  • Kingston Roundtrip Airport Taxi Transfer to RIU Ocho Rios & Moon Palace Hotels : $200
  • From Scenic Guided Horseback Ride with Transfer: $195
  • Runaway Bay Hotels Private Round Trip Transfers from MBJ: $160
  • Ocho Rios Private Airport Transfer [VIP LUXURY Vehicles]: $158
  • Airport Transfer Roundtrip Service from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios: $150
  • Private Transfers To/From Ocho Rios & OCJ Airport Across Jamaica: $143
  • Kingston Airport Transfer to Ocho Rios: $140
  • Private Airport Transfer from Montego Bay Airport to Ocho Rios: $130
  • Montego Bay: Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $130
  • Private Transfer From/ To Runaway Bay: $124
  • Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport to Ocho Rios Hotels: $120

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport

Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Freeport Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): Transfer to Freeport: $260
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $234
  • Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $194
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay - Private Transfer: $194
  • Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $167
  • Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer to the Port Lucaya Market: $150
  • Grand Bahama Airport(FPO) to Freeport -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $144
  • Grand Bahama Airport: One-Way Transfer to Freeport Hotels: $139
  • Private Round Trip Transfer from Freeport Airport to Hotel: $133
  • Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
  • Freeport to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) Departure Private Transfer: $72
  • Round-Trip Airport Transfer Between Freeport Airport and Pelican Bay Resort : $30

Is it cheaper to fly into Ocho Rios or Freeport?

Prices for flights to both Freeport and Ocho Rios 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Ocho Rios $16
    Freeport $109

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios

For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Dinner/Lunch Transportation Event at Reggae Hill: $9.00
  • From Flavors of Jamaica Guided Food Tour: $89
  • Taste of Jamaica Farm & Food Tour: $98
  • Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
  • Ocho Ros: Hillside Cooking Class, Jamaican Style: $130
  • Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Runaway Bay: $138
  • Taste of Jamaica Food Tour: $140
  • Ocho Rios Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner: $218

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ocho Rios $15
    Freeport $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios

For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate
    $11
  • Admission to Coyaba Gardens
    $5.30
  • Tour of Prospect Plantation
    $18

Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.

  • ATV, Bamboo Rafting, and Horseback Ride Tour From Montego Bay: $118
  • Blue Hole And Horseback Riding Combo Tour From Ocho Rios : $160
  • Blue Hole Waterfalls + Bamboo River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios: $109
  • Dunn's River Falls & Blue Hole Combo Tour from Ocho Rios: $135
  • Private Dunn's River and Blue hole tour from Ocho Rios : $80
  • Private Sightseeing Tour in Ocho Rios : $30
  • 3 Hours Private Ocho Rios Shopping Tour from Runaway Bay : $53
  • ATV AdVENTURE FROM OCHO RIOS : $190
  • ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
  • ATV Tour from Runaway Bay : $200
  • ATV, Bamboo Rafting and Horseback Riding Experience in Ocho Rios: $275
  • ATV, Horseback Riding and Bluehole Adventure Tour : $230

Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport

For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • 10 Dive Package
    $297
  • 4 Hr. Kayak Tour
    $70
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    $75

Tours and Activities in Freeport

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.

  • 4 Hour Private Sandy Cay Experience with Snorkeling - Adults Only: $285
  • Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
  • Clear Kayak Tour: $120
  • CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
  • East End Private Day Tour Experience: $235
  • East End Private Day Trip Experience Tour : $200
  • Eleuthera Adventure: Swings, Pigs, and Reefs: $600
  • Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $85
  • Junkanoo Village Beach Club Cruise Tour with Lunch: $63
  • Mamma Gal Native Experience : $70
  • Rumbo Tour : $90
  • Snorkel/Swim with the Turtles Experience: $250

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ocho Rios $7.47
    Freeport $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:

  • Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $75


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ocho Rios and Freeport, we can see that Freeport is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport than you might in Ocho Rios.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ocho Rios Expensive? and Is Freeport Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ocho Rios or Freeport?

Freeport has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Ocho Rios and Freeport, 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.