Which place is cheaper, Pueblo or Austin?
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 Austin or Pueblo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Austin or Pueblo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Austin or Pueblo?
Austin
Located in the Texas Hill Country, Austin is the capital city of the state. It is a relatively small city with a compact downtown area and many sprawling suburbs stretching out along the interstate. Austin prides itself on its eclectic culture and alternative vibe which is epitomized by the city's unofficial slogan "Keep Austin Weird." The University of Texas at Austin is also located downtown. The school's large student population helps give the city a youthful feel with a lively nightlife and no shortage of activities on weekends. The city is also the self proclaimed live music capital of the country. As such, it has many music venues and bars, most of which are clustered around the 6th Street area downtown. There are also many free outdoor concerts, particularly during the summer months.
Pueblo
Pueblo is a surprisingly large community in the state of Colorado that has a population of more than 100,000. Many travelers pass through this area if they're heading into the mountain area from the southeast. It's sits along Interstate Highway 25 and is only forty five miles from Colorado Springs. There's a regional airport in the area as well. In town there is a bus service run by the City Of Pueblo Transit. Rides cost $1.00, but it is highly recommended that you have your own vehicle when visiting town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage.
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Austin Prices
USA PricesPueblo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAustin $167Pueblo $290
The average daily cost (per person) in Austin is $167, while the average daily cost in Pueblo is $290. 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 Austin and Pueblo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAustin $56Pueblo $276
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAustin $112Pueblo $552
Compare Hotels in Austin and Pueblo
Looking for a hotel in Austin or Pueblo? 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: Austin Hotel Prices and Pueblo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Austin $47Pueblo -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Austin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Austin:
- AUS Airport Private Transfer to Austin(downtown): $70
- Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels: $80
- Private Transfer Austin Airport AUS to Austin City: $100
- Private Transfer in a Luxury Vehicle to and/or from AUS Airport: $125
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Austin City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $242
Is it cheaper to fly into Austin or Pueblo?
Prices for flights to both Pueblo and Austin 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 dayAustin $60Pueblo $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Austin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Austin.
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Austin: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Tap Room in Austin: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Tap Room: $75
- Street Art and Street Food Tour: $85
- Austin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Austin South Congress Food Tour +6 Tastings, Local BBQ & Sweets: $99
- Austin Taco Tasting Walking Food Tour (Small Group): $99
- Downtown Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Local Flavors: $104
- South Congress District Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $115
- Austin Small-Group BBQ Walking Food Tour: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Austin $28Pueblo -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Austin
Here are a few typical costs in Austin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Austin Duck Tour$31
Tours and Activities in Austin
Here are a few actual costs in Austin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Austin's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Audio App Walking Tour : $9.75
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Austin by Wacky Walks: $10
- Ultimate cat experience at Austin's only cat cafe: $16
- 3D Printer Factory Tour plus 2 ft Tall Rocket!: $22
- Downtown Austin Haunted History Tour: $24
- Austin Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- KuneKune Pig Farm Tour: $25
- Ha Ha Haunted Austin Walking Ghost Tour: $26
- Hauntings, Apparitions & Ashes of Austin Ghost Tour: $27
- Wonderspaces Interactive Art Exhibition Entry Ticket: $27
- Haunted Austin Walking History Tour: $28
- Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAustin $28Pueblo -
Sample the Local Flavors in Austin
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Austin:
- Austin’s Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
- Austin Bar Crawl: Austin's 6th Street Bar Crawl: $43
- Austin 6th Street Bar Crawl | The Epic Group: $43
- Public Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Austin: $54
- East Austin Brewery Tour by Pedicab: $65
- At-Home Private Wine or NA Wine Tasting Experience in Austin: $75
- Street Art and Brewery Bike Tour: $77
- 4-Hour Austin Signature Brewery Tour: $100
- Brewery Tour with Live Music and Beer Tastings: $130
- Brewery 5K Fun Run, BBQ, and Texas History Museum in Austin : $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Austin and Pueblo, we can see that Pueblo is more expensive. And not only is Austin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Austin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Austin 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 Pueblo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pueblo than you might in Austin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Austin Expensive? and Is Pueblo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Austin or Pueblo?
Austin has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Pueblo. When comparing the sizes of Austin and Pueblo, 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.
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.