Which place is cheaper, Columbus or Freeport?
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 Freeport or Columbus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Freeport and Columbus can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Freeport or Columbus?
Freeport
When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.
This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.
Columbus
The capital city of Ohio, Columbus sits at the meeting point of America's Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Plains. It is also home of Ohio State University, which is a major financial and economic force in the city. While not always famous for it's sights and attractions, visitors will be pleasantly surprised by what they find here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America, and The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America.
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Freeport Prices
Bahamas PricesColumbus Prices
USA Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFreeport $290Columbus $193
The average daily cost (per person) in Freeport is $290, while the average daily cost in Columbus is $193. 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 Freeport and Columbus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFreeport $141Columbus $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFreeport $282Columbus $144
Compare Hotels in Freeport and Columbus
Looking for a hotel in Freeport or Columbus? 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: Freeport Hotel Prices and Columbus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Freeport $59Columbus $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport
Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer : $150
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers Grand Lucayan Resort Freeport: $30
- Round-trip Airport Transfers to Castaway Resorts, Freeport: $30
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer Viva Club Fortuna Freeport: $30
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer Between Freeport Airport and Pelican Bay Resort : $30
- Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $68
- Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $68
- Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $255
- Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $183
- Private One way Airport Transfer in Freeport : $180
- Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $78
- Luxury SUV Transfer from Airport, cruise port, Celebration Key : $133
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Columbus
Also for Columbus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Columbus John Glen Airport (CMH) to Columbus - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $212
- Columbus Ohio (CMH) Airport Arrival or Departure Private Transfer: $180
- Columbus John Glen Airport (CMH) to Columbus - Arrival Private Transfer: $106
- Columbus to Columbus John Glen Airport (CMH) - Departure Private Transfer: $106
- Columbus International Airport Private Transfer with Bus or Coach: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Freeport or Columbus?
Prices for flights to both Columbus and Freeport 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 dayFreeport $110Columbus $85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Columbus
For Columbus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Short North Walking Food Tour : $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Freeport $40Columbus $46
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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10 Dive Package$299
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4 Hr. Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Freeport
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.
- Jet Ski Tour: Explore the Bahamas Coastlines -90 minutes: $206
- Swim with the Pigs Freeport @Creative Eco Adventures: $72
- Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
- Clear Kayak Tour: $120
- CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
- Eleuthera Adventure: Swings, Pigs, and Reefs: $600
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $127
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $126
- Grand Bahama Culture, History & Local Flavors Tour: $280
- Junkanoo Adventure with Bahamian Cuisine Tasting: $850
- Go Kart Adventure Caves Pirates Beaches: $109
- Grand Bahama Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks: $89
Tours and Activities in Columbus
For Columbus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Columbus Ohio Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Columbus Scavenger Hunt Adventure : $49
- Experience a Scavenger Hunt in A German Village: $15
- Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Columbus with Holly Jolly Hunt: $20
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus Admission Ticket: $26
- Shared Yoga and Coffee Experience On The Trolley Pub: $39
- The Perfect Half Day Columbus Adventure: $59
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Columbus by Crazy Dash: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFreeport $30Columbus $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:
- Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $85
Sample the Local Flavors in Columbus
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Columbus:
- Columbus Ohio Bar Crawl: $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Freeport and Columbus, we can see that Freeport is more expensive. And not only is Columbus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Freeport is in Caribbean Islands and Columbus is in North America, 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 Columbus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Columbus 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport than you might in Columbus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Freeport Expensive? and Is Columbus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Freeport or Columbus?
Columbus has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Freeport. When comparing the sizes of Freeport and Columbus, 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.