Which place is cheaper, North Conway or Greenville?
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 Greenville or North Conway?
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 Greenville and North Conway can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Greenville or North Conway?
Greenville
Greenville marks the largest metropolitan area of South Carolina in terms of expanse. The urban area makes for a unique landscape where the Old South meets the New South in a mix of historic homes and modern skyscrapers. Considered to be the "upstate" region of South Carolina, Greenville has much to offer in entertainment, drawing visitors with its annual concerts, festivals, and events.
North Conway
North Conway is a small town in New Hampshire in the Mount Washington Valley (MWV). The entire valley is a popular vacation area year-round due to the multiple ski resorts and summer activities including amusement parks, hiking, outdoor activities, and more.
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Greenville Prices
USA PricesNorth Conway Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGreenville $0.00North Conway $270
The average daily cost (per person) in Greenville is $0.00, while the average daily cost in North Conway is $270. 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 Greenville and North Conway in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGreenville -North Conway $125
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGreenville $0.00North Conway $250
Compare Hotels in Greenville and North Conway
Looking for a hotel in Greenville or North Conway? 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: Greenville Hotel Prices and North Conway Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Greenville $158North Conway $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Greenville
Also for Greenville, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) to Greenville - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $174
- Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) to Greenville - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
- Greenville to Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) - Departure Private Transfer: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in North Conway
Also for North Conway, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) to Pittsburgh City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $200
- Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) to Pittsburgh hotel/address - Arrival Private Transfer: $100
- Pittsburgh City to Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) - Departure Private Transfer: $100
Is it cheaper to fly into Greenville or North Conway?
Prices for flights to both North Conway and Greenville 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 dayGreenville $37North Conway $110
Typical Food Prices in Greenville
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Greenville:
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Marble Slab Creamery (for 2)$9.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Greenville $25North Conway $38
Tours and Activities in Greenville
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Greenville.
- Epic Royalty Themed Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Greenville: $10
- Greenville Bites and Sights Lunch Tour: $95
- Greenville City Segway Tour: $75
- Greenville Craft Cocktail Tour: $120
- Greenville Haunted Bar Tour: $35
- 2-Hour Cocktail Tour: $109
- 2-Hour Dessert Tour: $90
- Bites and Sights Guided Walking Tour: $95
- Downtown Helicopter Tour: $110
- Helicopter Tour of Lake Robinson and Mountains: $275
- Saturday Morning Breakfast Tour: $90
- Scenic Helicopter Tour Over Swamp Rabbit Trail: $165
Tours and Activities in North Conway
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for North Conway.
- Kancamagus Scenic Byway Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour Guide: $15
- Kancamagus highway GPS Smartphone Audio Driving Tour App : $9.50
- Meet the Cider Makers with Rhythm Cidery Lincoln Tour: $40
- Meet the Winemakers - Seven Birches Winery Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGreenville -North Conway $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Greenville and North Conway, we can see that North Conway is more expensive. And not only is Greenville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Greenville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Greenville 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 North Conway would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in North Conway than you might in Greenville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Greenville Expensive? and Is North Conway Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Greenville or North Conway?
Greenville has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of North Conway. When comparing the sizes of Greenville and North Conway, 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.