A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Wuyuan vs. Brisbane for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Wuyuan or Brisbane?

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 Wuyuan and Brisbane can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Brisbane?

Wuyuan

Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!

Brisbane

Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Australia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia.


Which place is cheaper, Brisbane or Wuyuan?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $73, while the average daily cost in Brisbane is $154. 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 Wuyuan and Brisbane in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Wuyuan $26
    Brisbane $81
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Wuyuan $52
    Brisbane $162
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Brisbane

Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Brisbane? 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.

Hotels in Wuyuan


Hotels in Brisbane


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Our Analysis
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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Wuyuan $13
    Brisbane $18

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:


  • Airtrain to the City
    $9.81
  • Go Card
    $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane

Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Brisbane Airport to Noosa for 1 to 3 people: $276
  • NOOSA: Private Transfer to/fro Brisbane Airport (BNE): $254
  • Brisbane Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $227
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $171
  • Airport Transfer: Brisbane to Brisbane Airport BNE in Luxury Car: $152
  • Departure Transfer: Brisbane to Airport BNE by Luxury Van: $139
  • Sirromet Winery 3 Course Lunch, Tour, Tastings and Transfers: $134
  • Private Transfers From Brisbane to Gold Coast: $133
  • Private Transfer: Cruise Port to Brisbane Airport BNE or Brisbane City: $129
  • From Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket: $118
  • Brisbane Airport Private Transfer Service to Brisbane City: $112
  • Private Transfer from Brisbane Airports to Surfers Paradise: $107

Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Brisbane?

Prices for flights to both Brisbane and Wuyuan 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Wuyuan $35
    Brisbane $54
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:


  • Gummy Candy
    $0.28
  • Cookies
    $0.70

Typical Food Prices in Brisbane

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:


  • Hamburger Lunch
    $5.23
  • Cup of Coffee
    $1.96
  • Chinese Food Lunch
    $8.18
  • Ice cream
    $3.60
  • Japanese Meal
    $14
  • Smoothie
    $4.25
  • Japanese Soup
    $7.52
  • Coffee & Muffin
    $4.58
  • Morning Mint Tea
    $2.29
  • Veggie Burger & Chips
    $9.16
  • Bread
    $1.70

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane

For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Gold Coast: Glow Worms, Sunset & Stargazing with BBQ dinner: $117
  • Vertigo Dinner – Dining on the Edge: $165
  • Dinner on the Edge with Vertigo Brisbane: $168
  • Local Icons Food Tour: $353

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Wuyuan $19
    Brisbane $24

Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane

For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Concert Tickets
    $13

Tours and Activities in Brisbane

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.

  • 2 Hour Sunset Jetski Tour on the Brisbane River: $110
  • 2 hour Brisbane Segway Afternoon & Sunset Thrill Tour: $85
  • 2.30pm Mid Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise: $35
  • 2.5 Hour Sightseeing Tours - Morning & Night: $105
  • 4 Hour Jetski Adventure from Brisbane to Moreton Bay Islands: $177
  • 6 Hour Welcome to Brisbane Private Sightseeing Private Tour: $664
  • 6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour - Popular Sights in One Day: $664
  • Adventure Moreton Island Wrecks Adventure Package: $120
  • Adventure Theme Scavenger Hunt Experience in Brisbane: $27
  • Afternoon Moreton Bay Sailing Tour: $80
  • Alice In Puzzleland an Escape Hunt Brisbane Experience: $32
  • Alpaca Feeding with Wildlife & Nature Park VIP Private Tour: $956

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Wuyuan $14
    Brisbane $50

Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:


  • Evening at the Bar
    $9.81
  • Sixpack of Beer
    $9.16
  • Guiness Beer
    $5.56
  • Sixpack of Beer
    $8.50

Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:

  • XXXX Brewery Tour: $25
  • Hop on Hop off Brewery Adventure : $66
  • Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High Speed Boat Tour in Brisbane : $101
  • Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour: $107
  • Hop on Hop off Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain: $110
  • Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High-Speed Boat: $115
  • Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour : $134
  • Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch: $140
  • Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour: $140
  • Deluxe Wine Tour to Tamborine Mountain, includes two course lunch: $148
  • Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $165
  • Mount Tamborine Wine Tasting Tour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast: $168


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Wuyuan is in Asia and Brisbane is in Pacific, 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 Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Brisbane would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brisbane than you might in Wuyuan.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuyuan Expensive? and Is Brisbane Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Brisbane?

Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Brisbane is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Wuyuan has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Wuyuan or Brisbane in the Summer?

Both Brisbane and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Brisbane this time of year.

In the summer, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Brisbane. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuyuan in July average around 30°C (85°F), and Brisbane averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. In July, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Brisbanein January. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Wuyuan 30°C (85°F) 
    Brisbane 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Wuyuan or Brisbane in the Autumn?

Both Brisbane and Wuyuan during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Brisbane for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.

In October, Wuyuan is generally around the same temperature as Brisbanein April. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 20°C (68°F), and Brisbane fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).

Brisbane gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Wuyuan usually gets less rain in October than Brisbanein April. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Wuyuan 20°C (68°F) 
    Brisbane 22°C (71°F)

Should I visit Wuyuan or Brisbane in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Brisbane. Furthermore, many visitors come to Brisbane in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Wuyuan is much colder than Brisbane in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Brisbane fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in July.

In January, Wuyuan usually receives around the same amount of rain as Brisbanein July. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Wuyuan 6°C (43°F) 
    Brisbane 15°C (59°F)

Should I visit Wuyuan or Brisbane in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Brisbane. Additionally, most visitors come to Brisbane for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.

In the spring, Wuyuan is cooler than Brisbane. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuyuan in April average around 18°C (64°F), and Brisbane averages at about 21°C (69°F)in October.

Wuyuan receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in April than Brisbanein October. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Wuyuan 18°C (64°F) 
    Brisbane 21°C (69°F)

Typical Weather for Brisbane and Wuyuan

Wuyuan Brisbane
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 25°C (77°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Feb 8°C (46°F) 123 mm (4.9 in) 25°C (77°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 174 mm (6.8 in) 24°C (75°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Apr 18°C (64°F) 238 mm (9.4 in) 22°C (71°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
May 23°C (73°F) 257 mm (10.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Jun 26°C (79°F) 270 mm (10.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Jul 30°C (85°F) 192 mm (7.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Aug 30°C (85°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sep 26°C (78°F) 85 mm (3.3 in) 18°C (65°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 82 mm (3.2 in) 21°C (69°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Dec 8°C (47°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 24°C (76°F) 127 mm (5 in)