Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Saint Croix. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Saint Croix?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius $142Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is $142, 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 Vilnius and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius $49Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius $98Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius $9.45Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $42
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $155
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $208
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $208
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
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 Vilnius or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius $78Saint Croix $97
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Cooking Class in Vilnius : $106
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118
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.Vilnius $11Saint Croix $58
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.80
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.46
- Vilnius History and Hidden Gems Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.93
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Virtual reality movie - experience I AM LITHUANIA: $18
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 dayVilnius $7.31Saint Croix $27
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$5.10
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
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 Vilnius and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe 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 Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Vilnius or Saint Croix?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Vilnius is much colder than Saint Croix in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
In July, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) 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 JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
Both Saint Croix and Vilnius during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
In the autumn, Vilnius is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Saint Croix gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vilnius usually gets less rain in October than Saint Croix. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) 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 OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Saint Croix. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Vilnius can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Vilnius is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In January, Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of rain as Saint Croix. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) 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 JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Saint Croix in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Saint Croix. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the natural beauty during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
Vilnius is much colder than Saint Croix in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Vilnius usually gets less rain in April than Saint Croix. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) 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 AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 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.