Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Wuyuan?
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 Wuyuan or Nagoya?
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 Nagoya can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Nagoya?
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!
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
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 Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Wuyuan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $73Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $73, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Nagoya $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Nagoya? 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: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuyuan $13Nagoya $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $296
- Nagoya Private Transfer To or From Suzuka Service: $292
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) - Departure Private Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya 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 $35Nagoya $49
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 Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $19Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Buddhas at a Temple and Tea Ceremony Experience: $91
- 2 Hour Private Scenic Mountain Castle Tour in Gifu: $76
- A Fun Car Tour to Inuyama Castle and a Phallus: $160
- A tour to enjoy Japanese official gambling (horse racing, bicycle racing, pachinko): $72
- All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting Tour in Nagoya: $185
- Arimatsu townscape walk & aperture experience: Accompanying professional photographer: $138
- Atsuta Shrine Visit and Sweets Making Experience in Nagoya: $276
- Autumn Leaves Private Tour in Nagoya: $172
- Bus Tour to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go with Hida Pork Lunch : $81
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- Experience the Soul of the Sword-smith : Samurai Spirit in Seki: $242
- From Nagoya Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Lunch: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya 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 Nagoya Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Nagoya?
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 Wuyuan or Nagoya in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Nagoya. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuyuan in July average around 30°C (85°F), and Nagoya averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Nagoya receives a lot of rain in the summer. Wuyuan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Wuyuan usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nagoya in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Nagoya. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
In October, Wuyuan is generally a little warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 20°C (68°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Nagoya. Wuyuan usually gets less rain in October than Nagoya. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nagoya in the Winter?
Both Nagoya and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Nagoya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nagoya. Wuyuan is a little warmer than Nagoya in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Nagoya fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
In January, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Nagoya. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Nagoya in the Spring?
Both Nagoya and Wuyuan during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Nagoya in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuyuan in April average around 18°C (64°F), and Nagoya averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuyuan. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in April than Nagoya. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Wuyuan
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.