Which place is cheaper, Saint John or Richmond?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Richmond or Saint John?
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 Richmond and Saint John can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Richmond or Saint John?
Richmond
One of the oldest American cities, Richmond was established in 1607 by English settlers led by Captain Christopher Newport and Captain John Smith. During the Civil War it existed as the capital of the Confederacy, and today it remains the capital of the U.S. state of Virginia. There are many historic sights to see and museums to explore, as well as plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Photography Tours in United States of America, and The Best Camping Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRichmond $161Saint John $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Richmond is $161, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $192. 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 Richmond and Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRichmond $101Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRichmond $202Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Richmond and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Richmond or Saint John? 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: Richmond Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Richmond $72Saint John $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Richmond
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Richmond:
- Richmond Airport (RIC) to Richmond City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Richmond Airport (RIC) to Richmond city - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Richmond City to Richmond Airport (RIC) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Richmond or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John and Richmond 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 dayRichmond $21Saint John $56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Richmond
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Richmond.
- The Carytown Food Tour in Richmond: $80
- Church Hill Food Tour in Richmond, VA: $80
- Church Hill Food Tour: $80
- Trendy Carytown Food Tour: $80
- Arts District Food Tour in Richmond: $85
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $85
- Delicious Pizza & Ice Cream Tour of Richmond: $90
- Pizza & Ice Cream Tour: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Richmond $13Saint John $23
Tours and Activities in Richmond
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Richmond are as follows:
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by 3Quest Challenge: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by Wacky Walks: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by Crazy Dash: $10
- Hollywood Cemetery Tour Richmond Lore and Civil War: $24
- Church Hill Chillers Ghost Tour: $25
- Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour: $26
- Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour: $30
- Court End Walking Ghost Tour: $30
- Monroe Park Campus Walking Ghost Tour: $30
- Church Hill Guided Ghost Tour: $30
- Downtown & Capitol Square Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $30
- Capitol Hill Ghost Walking Tour with A Guide: $30
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- USVI: Island & Beach Tours in St. Thomas & St. John (2 Days): $199
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRichmond -Saint John $44
Sample the Local Flavors in Richmond
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Richmond:
- Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl : $34
- Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Drink Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl: $74
- Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket: $74
- Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA: $90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Richmond and Saint John, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Richmond much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Richmond is in North America and Saint John is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Richmond would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Richmond 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 Saint John would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John than you might in Richmond.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Richmond Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Richmond or Saint John?
Richmond has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Richmond or Saint John in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Richmond and Saint John. Many visitors come to Richmond in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Richmond is cooler than Saint John. Typically, the summer temperatures in Richmond in July average around 78°F (26°C), and Saint John averages at about 29°C (83°F).
Richmond gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Richmond usually receives more rain than Saint John. Richmond gets 5 inches (128 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRichmond 78°F (26°C)Saint John 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Richmond or Saint John in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Richmond as well as Saint John. Most visitors come to Richmond for the shopping scene during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.
In October, Richmond is generally much colder than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Richmond average around 59°F (15°C), and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite rainy in Saint John. Richmond usually gets less rain in October than Saint John. Richmond gets 3.5 inches (90 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRichmond 59°F (15°C)Saint John 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Richmond or Saint John in the Winter?
Both Saint John and Richmond are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Richmond because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Richmond can be very cold. Richmond is much colder than Saint John in the winter. The daily temperature in Richmond averages around 36°F (2°C) in January, and Saint John fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In January, Richmond usually receives more rain than Saint John. Richmond gets 3.2 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRichmond 36°F (2°C)Saint John 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Richmond or Saint John in the Spring?
Both Saint John and Richmond during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.
In the spring, Richmond is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the spring temperatures in Richmond in April average around 58°F (14°C), and Saint John averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Richmond usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Saint John. Richmond gets 3 inches (75 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRichmond 58°F (14°C)Saint John 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John and Richmond
| Richmond | Saint John | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 inches (83 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 inches (80 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 58°F (14°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 74°F (24°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 78°F (26°C) | 5 inches (128 mm) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 inches (113 mm) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 71°F (21°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 inches (90 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 inches (81 mm) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.