Which place is cheaper, Pueblo or Joshua Tree National Park?
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 Joshua Tree National Park or Pueblo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Joshua Tree National Park and Pueblo 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: Joshua Tree National Park or Pueblo?
Joshua Tree National Park
California's high desert has a unique landscape and has become synonymous with Joshua Tree, located in southeastern California. Joshua Tree National Park gained its namesake from its spiky, evergreen, and unusually shaped trees native to the Mojave Desert area, which only grow in arid soils on plains, slopes and mesas. Legend has it that Mormons in the 19th century came across the trees and thought they resembled Joshua from the Bible, with outstretched arms, beckoning them to the promised land. Well, they do kind of look like people.
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 in United States of America, The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, The Best 3-Week Tours in United States of America, and The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America.
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Joshua Tree National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJoshua Tree National Park $177Pueblo $290
The average daily cost (per person) in Joshua Tree National Park is $177, 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 Joshua Tree National Park and Pueblo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJoshua Tree National Park $87Pueblo $276
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJoshua Tree National Park $174Pueblo $552
Compare Hotels in Joshua Tree National Park and Pueblo
Looking for a hotel in Joshua Tree National Park 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: Pueblo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Joshua Tree National Park $47Pueblo -
Is it cheaper to fly into Joshua Tree National Park or Pueblo?
Prices for flights to both Pueblo and Joshua Tree National Park 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 dayJoshua Tree National Park $60Pueblo $13
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Joshua Tree National Park $27Pueblo -
Tours and Activities in Joshua Tree National Park
For Joshua Tree National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Rappelling Experience: $255
- From San Diego: Joshua Tree National Park Private Tour: $949
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJoshua Tree National Park $4.93Pueblo -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Joshua Tree National Park and Pueblo, we can see that Pueblo is more expensive. And not only is Joshua Tree National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Joshua Tree National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Joshua Tree National Park 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 Joshua Tree National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Joshua Tree National Park Expensive? and Is Pueblo Expensive?.
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.