Which place is cheaper, Nanchang or Taipei?
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 Taipei or Nanchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Taipei and Nanchang. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Taipei or Nanchang?
Taipei
Few cities in the world are full of more diverse opportunities than the cultural crosshairs city of Taipei. As the capital of Taiwan, this 300-year-old city is the financial, cultural and governmental center of Taiwan. Located in the northern part of the island between the Yangming Mountains and Central Mountains, this city of 2.6 million people is always ready to welcome more visitors.
Nanchang
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Taiwan, The Best Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Taipei Prices
Taiwan PricesNanchang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTaipei $206Nanchang $83
The average daily cost (per person) in Taipei is $206, while the average daily cost in Nanchang is $83. 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 Taipei and Nanchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTaipei $155Nanchang $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTaipei $310Nanchang $40
Compare Hotels in Taipei and Nanchang
Looking for a hotel in Taipei or Nanchang? 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: Taipei Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Taipei $11Nanchang $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Taipei
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Taipei:
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Easycard$2.15
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Easycard$9.92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Taipei
Also for Taipei, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Taipei Arrival Private Transfer: Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE) to Hotel: $55
- Private Transfer from Taoyuan airport Taiwan to Taipei: $52
- Taipei City to Taoyuan Airport Private Transfer: $46
- Jiufen: one-way private transfer to or from Taipei City: $42
- Keelung: one-way private transfer to or from Taipei City: $42
- TPE Airport: one-way private transfer to or from Taipei City: $40
- Taoyuan Airport (TPE) Return Bus Transfer: $9.26
Is it cheaper to fly into Taipei or Nanchang?
Prices for flights to both Nanchang and Taipei 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 dayTaipei $29Nanchang $56
Typical Food Prices in Taipei
For Taipei, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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EasyCard$17
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Lunch at The Can$7.28
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EasyCard$33
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Lunch$3.14
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Lunch$1.98
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Dinner$6.62
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Lunch$3.80
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Lunch$4.96
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Louisa coffee$3.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Taipei
For Taipei, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tours w/ Top 10 Taiwan Food (Breakfast/Dinner): $45
- Taipei Food Tour: Night Market & Convenience Store(Food Included): $45
- Street Food & Hidden Eats Night Market Food Tour: $55
- Iconic Food Tour: Local Street Food, Drinks & Sites: $83
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $88
- Xiao Long Bao, Beef Noodles & Boba Tea Cooking Class in Taipei: $89
- The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of The 10 Tastings: $90
- Cooking Class & Market Adventure Historic Dadaocheng: $109
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Taipei $18Nanchang $4.63
Tours and Activities in Taipei
For Taipei, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 4 Days Private Tour Taipei, Jiufen, Sun Moon Lake & Taichung: $1,079
- 4-Hour Morning Cycling City Tour (incl. breakfast): $83
- Discover Taichung Private Day Tour from Taipei: $229
- From Taipei City: 3-Day Sun Moon Lake & Alishan Private Tour: $1,130
- From 5-Day Best of Round Taiwan Island Tour: $728
- From Beitou & Yangmingshan Private Day Tour: $111
- From Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour: $86
- From Classic and Scenic Taiwan Private 5-Day Tour: $1,800
- From Leofoo Village Entry Tickets + Round Trip Bus: $33
- From Nantou and Sun Moon Lake View Day Tour: $90
- From Pinglin Tea Culture and Maokong Guided Day Tour: $86
- From Private Scenic Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu & Pingxi: $119
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTaipei $19Nanchang $6.41
Sample the Local Flavors in Taipei
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Taipei:
- Taipei Nightlife: Taipei Pub Crawls (2 Different Routes): $27
- Private Tour to Yilan Kavalan Whisky Distillery: $145
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Taipei and Nanchang, we can see that Taipei is more expensive. And not only is Nanchang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nanchang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nanchang 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 Taipei would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Taipei than you might in Nanchang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Taipei Expensive? and Is Nanchang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Taipei or Nanchang?
Taipei has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Nanchang. When comparing the sizes of Taipei and Nanchang, 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.