Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Toulouse?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Toulouse or Montreal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Toulouse and Montreal can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Toulouse or Montreal?
Toulouse
Toulouse is the capital city of the southwest French Department of Haute-Garonne, as well as the Occitanie region. It rests on the banks of the River Garonne. Toulouse is the fourth largest city and metropolitan area in France with nearly 500,000 inhabitants. Toulouse is the headquarters of the European aerospace industry, with the headquarters of Airbus, the Galileo positioning system, the SPOT satellite system, the Aerospace Group, ATR, and the Aerospace Valley. Toulouse is a city with unique architecture made of pink terracotta bricks, which earned it the nickname la Ville Rose ("the Pink City"). Its enchanting Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) is a dreamy jumble of coral-colored shop fronts and churches. Toulouse knows how to have a good time, whether in food markets or the thick of its smoldering jazz, techno and rock scenes. From the tips of dusky pink spires to its loudest bars, time spent in Toulouse truly has a rose colored glow.
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 Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayToulouse €125Montreal €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Toulouse is €125, while the average daily cost in Montreal is €195. 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 Toulouse and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToulouse €67Montreal €123
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToulouse €134Montreal €246
Compare Hotels in Toulouse and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Toulouse 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: Toulouse Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toulouse €41Montreal €19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulouse
Also for Toulouse, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Toulouse to Carcassonne center: $240
- Departure Private Transfer: Toulouse to Toulouse Airport TLS in Luxury Van: $92
- Private transfer from or to Toulouse Airport: $87
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse Airport to City centre: $67
- Toulouse Private Transfer from Toulouse city centre to Toulouse Airport: $66
- Arrival Transfer Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse by Car or Van: $41
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 Toulouse or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Toulouse 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 dayToulouse €34Montreal €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulouse
For Toulouse, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- No Diet Club - Best food tour in Toulouse !: $53
- Bakeries, Chocolate & Patisseries Food Tour: $77
- Traditional Toulouse Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
- Victor Hugo Market Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $105
- Marché Victor Hugo Small Group Food Tour: $107
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€8.39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $59
- 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
- Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $130
- Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $207
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Toulouse €15Montreal €20
Tours and Activities in Toulouse
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Toulouse.
- Aeroscopia Admission Ticket: $16
- Day Trip to Carcassonne Cite Medievale and Comtale Castle Tour from Toulouse: $36
- Guided EBike Tour along the Canal Du Midi and the Countryside: $71
- Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Toulouse with Official Tour Guide: $254
- Private tour of Toulouse in an electric Tuk Tuk: $66
- Toulous: Glory of Occitania Audio Tour: $15
- Toulouse : Boat Cruise Canal du Midi: $29
- Toulouse : Must-see Walking Tour: $81
- Toulouse : Self-guided Reading Tour: $2.14
- Toulouse : Walking tour with audio guide: $5.33
- Toulouse E Bike Tour: $49
- Toulouse E-Bike Tour: $48
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)€50
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 dayToulouse €7.50Montreal €15
Sample the Local Flavors in Toulouse
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Toulouse:
- From Toulouse Cite de carcassonne et wine tasting: $534
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€17
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 Toulouse and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Toulouse much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Toulouse is in Europe and Montreal 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 Toulouse would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Toulouse 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 Toulouse.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Toulouse Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Toulouse or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Toulouse. When comparing the sizes of Toulouse 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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse or Montreal in the Summer?
Both Montreal and Toulouse are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Toulouse in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Toulouse is around the same temperature as Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Toulouse averages around 22°C (72°F) 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 Toulouse. Toulouse usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montreal during summer. Toulouse gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Toulouse usually receives less rain than Montreal. Toulouse gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyToulouse 22°C (72°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Toulouse or Montreal in the Autumn?
Both Montreal and Toulouse during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Toulouse for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Toulouse is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Toulouse in October average around 15°C (60°F), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the autumn, Toulouse often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Toulouse gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun.
Toulouse usually gets less rain in October than Montreal. Toulouse gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberToulouse 15°C (60°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Toulouse or Montreal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Toulouse and Montreal. The winter months attract visitors to Toulouse because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Montreal in the winter. In January, Toulouse is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Toulouse average around 6°C (44°F), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Toulouse usually receives less sunshine than Montreal during winter. Toulouse gets 88 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Toulouse usually receives less rain than Montreal. Toulouse gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryToulouse 6°C (44°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Toulouse or Montreal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Toulouse as well as Montreal. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Toulouse this time of year.
Toulouse is much warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Toulouse averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Toulouse often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Montreal. Toulouse gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun.
Toulouse usually gets less rain in April than Montreal. Toulouse gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilToulouse 12°C (54°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Toulouse
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (44°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (67°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 10°C (50°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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