Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Sihanoukville?
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 Sihanoukville or Toronto?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Sihanoukville or Toronto? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Sihanoukville or Toronto?
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, also known by locals as Kompong Som, was named after King Sihanouk. Also Cambodia's youngest city, construction started in 1955 to build Cambodia's first and only deep water port so that ships would no longer have to go through the Mekong Delta in order to trade with Cambodia. Today, many visit Sihanoukville as a hub to visit Cambodia's islands.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Sihanoukville Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySihanoukville $65Toronto $243
The average daily cost (per person) in Sihanoukville is $65, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $243. 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 Sihanoukville and Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSihanoukville $23Toronto $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSihanoukville $46Toronto $170
Compare Hotels in Sihanoukville and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Sihanoukville or Toronto? 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: Sihanoukville Hotel Prices and Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sihanoukville $14Toronto $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Transfer: Between Airport and Shihanouk ville: $20
- Private Taxi Transfer to Kampot: $224
- Sihanoukville To Phnom Penh Private Transfer Mini-Van-Car: $65
- Sihanoukville International Airport Transfers: $23
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Private taxi transfer from Sihanoukville to Battambang: $290
- Private Transfer to/from Battambang - Sihanoukville: $115
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by VIP Alphard: $180
- Private Transfer From Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh: $35
- Private Transfer : Phnom Penh ↔ Sihanouk Ville: $105
- Private Taxi Transfer From Kampot - Phnom Penh City: $46
- Private Shuttle Transfer From Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh: $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$26
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer: Toronto Airport YYZ to Niagara Falls in Luxury SUV: $209
- Arrival Transfer: Pearson Airport YYZ to Toronto by Luxury SUV: $185
- Departure Private Transfer: Toronto to Pearson Airport YYZ in Luxury Van: $168
- Hamilton to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) - Departure Private Transfer: $134
- Niagara Falls: Private Transfer to/from Toronto Airport: $688
- One-Way Private Airport Transfer from Toronto to Pearson Airport: $65
- Private Arrival Transfer-Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Niagara Falls: $226
- Private Arrival Transfer. Pearson Airport to Kitchener/Waterloo: $211
- Private Departure Transfer-Toronto to Pearson Airport(YYZ) or YTZ: $40
- Private Ground Transfer 2-14 Passengers to Downtown Toronto: $167
- Private ONE-Way Direct Transfer Toronto Downtown to Niagara Falls: $173
- Private ONE-Way Transfer Toronto Airport to Niagara-on-the-Lake: $171
Is it cheaper to fly into Sihanoukville or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto and Sihanoukville 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 daySihanoukville $32Toronto $107
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sihanoukville
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sihanoukville.
- Cooking class in Kampot: $20
- Kampot Cooking Class by Eco Lotus Kampot: $33
- Sihanoukville - Khmer Traditional Cooking Class: $110
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$22
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $51
- Great White North Food Tour + Distillery District & Old Town: $53
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Trendy Venue in Toronto: $55
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Trendy Venue in Toronto: $60
- Pasta Making Cooking Class With Local Chef: $60
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $64
- Toronto : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $68
- Niagara Falls Night Tour, Boat, Journey, Dinner & Tower: $72
- Authentic Food Tour with Local & International Flavors: $75
- Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour: $77
- St Lawrence & Distillery Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $78
- Great Canadian Food Tour - Distillery + St. Lawrence Market: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sihanoukville $5.37Toronto $30
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best Sihanoukville Day Tours from Cruise Port: $79
- Best of Kep, Kampot from Sihanoukville Cruise Port: $259
- Best of Sihanoukville City Tour from Cruise Port: $75
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Day Trip from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh for Cruise Passengers: $189
- Discovery Tour: Caving, Climbing, Via Ferrata and Abseiling in Kampot: $53
- Exploring Bokor National Park Full-Day Tour from Sihanoukville: $99
- Exploring Kampot: A Memorable Tour from Sihanoukville: $63
- Exploring Shore Excursions from Cruise Ports: $59
- Exploring the Best of Kampot and Kep in a Full-Day Tour: $55
- From Phnom Penh Day Trip for Cruise Ship Guests: $189
- Full Day Bokor National Park Tour with Lunch & Water Included: $43
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$35
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$25
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.06
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Toronto Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.37
- Toronto Essentials Tour: Old Town & Downtown Highlights (PWYC): $4.37
- City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour: $5.00
- Explore Canada's Metropolis with Walking Tours Through Toronto: $6.55
- Best of Toronto and Waterfront Self-Guided Tours: $8.16
- Toronto's Greatest Hits: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Queen Street West: An audio tour exploring Toronto's coolest street: $8.99
- Kensington Market and Chinatown: A Self-Guided Tour: $9.99
- Textile Museum of Canada General Entry Ticket: $11
- Bata Shoe Museum Admission Ticket: $11
- Bata Shoe Museum Entrance Ticket: $11
- The Reel Toronto Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySihanoukville $4.42Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Toronto Distillery District: Whisky Exploration Game and Tour: $7.33
- Astounding Bar Crawl: Take On Toronto: $15
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $20
- Toronto Distillery District Walking Tour: $21
- Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour: $27
- Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour: $27
- Guided Tasting Activity at Sake Brewery: $29
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $34
- 30-Minute Distillery District Segway Tour: $35
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $43
- Toronto Distillery District Self-Guided Walking Tour: $44
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sihanoukville and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Sihanoukville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sihanoukville is in Asia and Toronto 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 Sihanoukville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sihanoukville 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Sihanoukville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sihanoukville Expensive? and Is Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sihanoukville or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Sihanoukville. When comparing the sizes of Sihanoukville and Toronto, 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.