Which place is cheaper, Road Town or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Road Town?
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 Vilnius and Road Town. 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: Vilnius or Road Town?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Vilnius Prices
Lithuania PricesRoad Town Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius $142Road Town $355
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is $142, while the average daily cost in Road Town is $355. 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 Vilnius and Road Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius $49Road Town $206
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius $98Road Town $412
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Road Town
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Road Town? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius $9.45Road Town $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $155
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $208
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $208
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $42
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Road Town
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Road Town:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Road Town?
Prices for flights to both Road Town and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius $78Road Town $110
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Cooking Class in Vilnius : $106
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius $11Road Town $91
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.80
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.46
- Vilnius History and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Virtual reality movie - experience I AM LITHUANIA: $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Road Town
Here are a few typical costs in Road Town for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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1 Hr Horseback Ride in Sage Mt. Nat'l Pk$100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius $7.31Road Town $20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$5.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Road Town, we can see that Road Town is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and Road Town 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 Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Road Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Road Town than you might in Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Road Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Road Town?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Road Town. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Road Town, 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.