Full price comparison · US & Canada
Chantix (Varenicline Tartrate) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 91% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Varenicline Tartrate, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$29.67
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.137
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$1.55
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 1mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 CVS Pharmacy | $29.67Lowest | $32.67 | $130.83 |
 Publix | $41.02 | $41.02 | $130.83 |
 Food Lion | $63.40 | $63.40 | $130.83 |
 Costco | $117.52 | $117.52 | $130.83 |
 Walmart Neighborhood Market | $239.98 | $242.98 | $130.83 |
 Walmart Pharmacy | $239.98 | $242.98 | $130.83 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $417.86 | $420.86 | $130.83 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $417.86 | $420.86 | $130.83 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 0.5 mgfrom $110.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com | $2.08 | 53 | $14.95 | $110.00Lowest |
Initial · 0.5 mg/1 mgfrom $58.44
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com | $2.08 | 53 | $14.95 | $110.00Lowest |
 CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com | $2.34 | 25 | Free | $58.44 |
 CanadaPharmacies.com | $2.76 | 25 | Free | $68.99 |
Generic · 0.5 mgfrom $98.02
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 SPFPharmacy.com | $1.59 | 112 | $9.95 | $178.50Lowest |
| SPFPharmacy.com | $1.75 | 56 | $9.95 | $98.02 |
 InhalersOnline.com | $1.77 | 112 | $0.00 | $198.10 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $2.00 | 56 | $0.00 | $111.97 |
Generic · 0.5 mg/1 mgfrom $82.21
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com | $1.55 | 53 | Free | $82.21Lowest |
| SPFPharmacy.com | $1.70 | 53 | $9.95 | $90.30 |
| CanadaPharmacies.com | $1.75 | 53 | Free | $92.99 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $1.93 | 53 | $0.00 | $102.41 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $2.45 | 53 | $0.00 | $129.99 |
| CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com | $2.45 | 53 | $14.95 | $130.00 |
Brand · 0.5 mgfrom $98.02
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPFPharmacy.com | $1.59 | 112 | $9.95 | $178.50Lowest |
| SPFPharmacy.com | $1.75 | 56 | $9.95 | $98.02 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $1.77 | 112 | $0.00 | $198.10 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $2.00 | 56 | $0.00 | $111.97 |
Brand · 0.5 mg/1 mgfrom $82.21
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com | $1.55 | 53 | Free | $82.21Lowest |
| SPFPharmacy.com | $1.70 | 53 | $9.95 | $90.30 |
| CanadaPharmacies.com | $1.75 | 53 | Free | $92.99 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $1.93 | 53 | $0.00 | $102.41 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $2.45 | 53 | $0.00 | $129.99 |
| CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com | $2.45 | 53 | $14.95 | $130.00 |
Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Varenicline Tartrate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Varenicline Tartrate (Chantix) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Varenicline Tartrate is around $29.67. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Varenicline Tartrate (Chantix) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Varenicline Tartrate at roughly $0.137 per unit, a published price with no membership card or coupon involved. See the three-price comparison above for how that stacks up against discount-card pharmacies.
How much does Varenicline Tartrate (Chantix) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Varenicline Tartrate priced from about $1.55 per tablet (converted to USD), before shipping. Pack size and pharmacy both affect the final total — see the Canada pricing table for specifics.
Why does Varenicline Tartrate (Chantix) cost more in one country than the other?
Drug pricing is set separately in each country through different negotiation, regulatory, and distribution systems, so the same medication can legitimately carry different price tags on either side of the border. In this case, our data shows the US price is actually the lower of the two once a program like Cost Plus Drugs is factored in — the assumption that Canada is always cheaper doesn't hold for every drug.
How does insurance affect the cost of varenicline?
The cost with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary and copay structure. In some cases, a pharmacy savings program or coupon might offer a price lower than your insurance copay. It's a good practice to ask your pharmacist to calculate the price both ways—with your insurance and with any available discount—so you can choose the most affordable option.
Is varenicline covered by Medicare, and what is the cost?
Medicare Part D and most private insurance plans typically cover smoking cessation aids like varenicline, though your out-of-pocket cost will depend on your plan's specific coverage tier and deductible. Before paying, compare your plan's copay to any available pharmacy discount price to ensure you are getting the lowest possible cost.
Is a generic version of varenicline available?
Yes. Varenicline is the generic name for the medication previously sold under the brand name Chantix. Generic varenicline tartrate is now widely available by prescription.