Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Richmond?
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 Richmond or Saint Croix?
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 Richmond and Saint Croix can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Richmond or Saint Croix?
Richmond
One of the oldest American cities, Richmond was established in 1607 by English settlers led by Captain Christopher Newport and Captain John Smith. During the Civil War it existed as the capital of the Confederacy, and today it remains the capital of the U.S. state of Virginia. There are many historic sights to see and museums to explore, as well as plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRichmond $176Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Richmond is $176, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Richmond and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRichmond $101Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRichmond $202Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Richmond and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Richmond or Saint Croix? 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: Richmond Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Richmond $72Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Richmond
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Richmond:
- Richmond City to Richmond Airport (RIC) - Departure Private Transfer: $175
- Richmond Airport (RIC) to Richmond city - Arrival Private Transfer: $175
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Richmond or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Richmond 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 dayRichmond $36Saint Croix $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Richmond
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Richmond.
- Church Hill Food Tour: $89
- Trendy Carytown Food Tour: $89
- The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours: $90
- Church Hill Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours: $90
- Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond: $90
- Delicious Pizza & Ice Cream Tour of Richmond: $94
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Richmond $13Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Richmond
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Richmond are as follows:
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by Wacky Walks: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by Crazy Dash: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by 3Quest Challenge: $10
- The Haunted History of Richmond tour: $25
- Uncivil Wards History Tour: $25
- The Church Hill tour with Historian Jane: $25
- Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour: $26
- Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour: $27
- Church Hill Chillers Ghost Tour: $27
- Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour: $27
- Creepy Tales on Campus Ghost Tour: $27
- Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour: $27
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRichmond -Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Richmond
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Richmond:
- Richmond Virginia Bar Crawl: $15
- Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl : $37
- Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket: $86
- Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA: $90
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Richmond and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Richmond much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Richmond is in North America and Saint Croix 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 Richmond would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Richmond 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 Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Richmond.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Richmond Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Richmond or Saint Croix?
Richmond has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Croix experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Richmond or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Richmond are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Richmond for the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Richmond is generally cooler than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Richmond average around 78°F (26°C), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite rainy in Richmond. In July, Richmond usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Richmond gets 5 inches (128 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRichmond 78°F (26°C)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Richmond or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
Both Saint Croix and Richmond during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Richmond because of the shopping scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
Richmond is much colder than Saint Croix in the autumn. The daily temperature in Richmond averages around 59°F (15°C) in October, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Saint Croix gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Richmond usually gets less rain in October than Saint Croix. Richmond gets 3.5 inches (90 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRichmond 59°F (15°C)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Richmond or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Richmond and Saint Croix. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Richmond this time of year. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Richmond in the winter. In the winter, Richmond is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the winter temperatures in Richmond in January average around 36°F (2°C), and Saint Croix averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In January, Richmond usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Richmond gets 3.2 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRichmond 36°F (2°C)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Richmond or Saint Croix in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Richmond as well as Saint Croix. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
In April, Richmond is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Richmond average around 58°F (14°C), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Richmond usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Saint Croix. Richmond gets 3 inches (75 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRichmond 58°F (14°C)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Richmond
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 inches (83 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 inches (80 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 58°F (14°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 inches (98 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 74°F (24°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 78°F (26°C) | 5 inches (128 mm) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 inches (113 mm) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 71°F (21°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 inches (90 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 inches (81 mm) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.