A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Newton vs. Kamloops for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Newton or Kamloops?

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 Newton and Kamloops can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Newton or Kamloops?

Newton

Newton, a large suburb of Boston, consists of 13 villages or neighborhoods: Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Lower Falls, Newton Centre, Newton Corner, Newton Highlands, Newtonville, Nonantum, Oak Hill, Thompsonville, Upper Falls, Waban, and West Newton. It's a good sized city with a population of over 80,000. Each village has its own historical and architectural character. Many of the villages were founded around railroad stations when the Boston & Worcester line opened in 1833 along the north side of the city. Another railroad line started along the south side of town in 1851. It's now the "D" line of the MBTA's Green Line. Walking tours of most villages are available and recommended for history buffs.

Kamloops

In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Anchorage, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Newton or Kamloops?

Newton has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Kamloops. When comparing the sizes of Newton and Kamloops, 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 Newton or Kamloops?

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 Newton or Kamloops in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Newton and Kamloops. Also, many visitors come to Kamloops in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Newton is generally around the same temperature as Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Newton average around 73°F (23°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In July, Newton usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Newton gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Newton or Kamloops in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Newton as well as Kamloops. Also, most visitors come to Kamloops for the hiking trails and the shopping scene during these months.

Newton is a little warmer than Kamloops in the autumn. The daily temperature in Newton averages around 54°F (12°C) in October, and Kamloops fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

Newton usually gets more rain in October than Kamloops. Newton gets 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Newton or Kamloops in the Winter?

Both Kamloops and Newton are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Kamloops because of the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Kamloops can be very cold. Newton can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Newton is a little warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the winter temperatures in Newton in January average around 29°F (-2°C), and Kamloops averages at about -3°C (27°F).

In January, Newton usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Newton gets 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Newton or Kamloops in the Spring?

Both Kamloops and Newton during the spring are popular places to visit.

In April, Newton is generally cooler than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Newton average around 48°F (9°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Newton usually gets more rain in April than Kamloops. Newton gets 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Kamloops and Newton