Which place is cheaper, Nanjing or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wuyuan or Nanjing?
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 Nanjing can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Nanjing?
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!
Nanjing
Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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 China, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $58Nanjing $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $58, while the average daily cost in Nanjing is $98. 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 Nanjing in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Nanjing $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Nanjing $94
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Nanjing
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Nanjing? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuyuan $13Nanjing $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nanjing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:
- Nanjing Lukou Int Airport (NKG): Private Transfer to Nanjing: $183
- Nanjing to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfers: $163
- Nanjing to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $120
- Nanjing Private Transfer from Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG) to central Nanjing: $119
- Private Nanjing Airport Transfer to Zhenjiang City: $110
- Nanjing to Suzhou Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $96
- Private Transfer to Zhenjiang from Nanjing City Center: $94
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Zhenjiang from Nanjing: $94
- Nanjing to Huangshan Bullet Train Ticket with Train Station Transfer: $90
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Yangzhou Attractions from Nanjing: $89
- Private Transfer to Yangzhou from Nanjing City Center: $89
- Yangzhou Private Transfer Service from Nanjing City or Lukou Airport : $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Nanjing?
Prices for flights to both Nanjing 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
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Food Meals for one dayWuyuan $20Nanjing $29
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nanjing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.
- 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation: $93
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Night Tour with Dinner Option : $112
- Nanjing City Private Night Tour with Qinghuai River Cruise and Dinner Option: $114
- Nanjing Tangshan Mountain Hot Spring Experience and Hot Pot Dinner: $175
- Private Amazing Nanjing Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $181
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $20Nanjing $9.46
Tours and Activities in Nanjing
Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half-Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour : $109
- 2-Day Unlimited Nanjing Private Flexible Tour with Lunch Option : $295
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour with Xiaoling Tomb and Sun Yatsen Mausoleum : $124
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour: Sun Yatsen Mausoleum, Xiaoling Tomb and City Wall: $190
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour: Xiaoling Tomb, Ming City Wall and Memorial Hall : $115
- All Inclusive Amazing Nanjing City Highlights Private Day Tour: $193
- All Inclusive Nanjing City Private Day Tour with Tailor-Made Highlights: $213
- All-Inclusive Nanjing Purple Mountain Scenic Area Private Day Tour: $187
- By round way bullet train from Shanghai to Nanjing city tour: $650
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour: $164
- Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour : $63
- Flexible Private Nanjing Layover Tour: $171
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Nanjing $9.67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Nanjing, we can see that Nanjing is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Nanjing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanjing 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 Nanjing Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Nanjing?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nanjing in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Nanjing.
Wuyuan is around the same temperature as Nanjing in the summer. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Nanjing fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It's quite rainy in Nanjing. Wuyuan receives a lot of rain in the summer. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in July than Nanjing. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Nanjing 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nanjing in the Autumn?
Both Nanjing and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Nanjing. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wuyuan in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Nanjing averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In October, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Nanjing 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nanjing in the Winter?
Both Nanjing and Wuyuan during the winter are popular places to visit.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nanjing. In January, Wuyuan is generally much warmer than Nanjing. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 6°C (43°F), and Nanjing fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Wuyuan usually gets more rain in January than Nanjing. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Nanjing 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nanjing in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Nanjing.
Wuyuan is a little warmer than Nanjing in the spring. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Nanjing fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Nanjing receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuyuan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Nanjing 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nanjing and Wuyuan
| Wuyuan | Nanjing | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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.