Which place is cheaper, Prince Edward Island or Maine?
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 Maine or Prince Edward Island?
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 Maine and Prince Edward Island can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Maine or Prince Edward Island?
Maine
The U.S. state of Maine is situated in the northeastern most region of the country. While it is known for its rugged rocky coastline and maritime history, the state also has a landscape of rolling mountains carpeted in thick pine forests, with many peaceful lakes popular with visitors seeking a close to nature kind of getaway. The capital city is Augusta, though the most populous is Portland, which has much to offer in sightseeing attractions and activities.
Prince Edward Island
Known as simply "PEI" or "the island," Prince Edward Island is full of spectacularly red sandy beaches and dunes. The high levels of iron in the soil of this Canadian destination give the shores their rusty, prominent color. As the locals so cleverly out it, "there are no white dogs in PEI."
Prince Edward Island is Canada's only island province, and is also the setting to Lucy Montgomery's classic novel Anne of Green Gables.
As an island, this area isn't always easily accessible by car. To drive to Prince Edward Island, you'll have to use the iconic Confederation Bridge that crosses the Northumberland Strait between New Brunswick and PEI. This short, ten-minute drive can be a fun event on its own – complete with scenic viewing stations on the New Brunswick side. There is a hefty toll to pay when returning to the mainland. There are several express shuttles or car ferries available, as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America, The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America, The Best 2-Week Tours from Toronto, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMaine $241Prince Edward Island $170
The average daily cost (per person) in Maine is $241, while the average daily cost in Prince Edward Island is $170. 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 Maine and Prince Edward Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMaine $107Prince Edward Island $84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMaine $214Prince Edward Island $168
Compare Hotels in Maine and Prince Edward Island
Looking for a hotel in Maine or Prince Edward Island? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Maine $43Prince Edward Island $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maine
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maine:
- Private Transfer from Bangor Airport(BGR) to Rockland Cruise Port: $210
- Private Transfer from Bangor city hotels to Rockland Cruise Port: $210
- Private Transfer from Portland Cruise Port to Portland city: $75
- Private Transfer from Portland Port to Portland Jetport (PWM): $136
- Private Transfer from Portland city to Portland Cruise Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Rockland Cruise Port to Bangor Airport(BGR): $209
- Private Transfer from Rockland Cruise Port to Bangor City Hotels: $209
Is it cheaper to fly into Maine or Prince Edward Island?
Prices for flights to both Prince Edward Island and Maine 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 dayMaine $85Prince Edward Island $59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prince Edward Island
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prince Edward Island.
- Charlottetown Small Group Harbor Walking Food Tour : $73
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on North America's LARGEST Solar Boat! (6PM): $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Maine $33Prince Edward Island $33
Tours and Activities in Maine
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Maine are as follows:
- Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine: $7.75
- Historical Walking Tour of Portland’s Old Port District: $7.99
- Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC: $9.50
- Acadia's Ocean Path Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Portland by Crazy Dash: $10
- Portland Maine Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $12
- Historic Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Guide: $13
- Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour: $15
- Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- Cape Cod Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Ultimate Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
Tours and Activities in Prince Edward Island
Here are a few actual costs in Prince Edward Island for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Charlottetown Audio Walking Tour : $9.56
- Self Guided Charlottetown Tour with a Sixth-Generation Islander: $9.99
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Charlottetown PE: $11
- Downtown Charlottetown: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Self Guided Audio Driving Tour of the North Shore of PEI: $13
- Charlottetown Walking Tour: $20
- Historic Walking Tour of Charlottetown: $21
- Pony Express City Tour: $24
- Horse Drawn Historical Guided Tour: $37
- Charlottetown Small Group Walking Tour With Province House: $43
- 1.5hr Harbour Experience on North America's LARGEST solar boat!: $58
- Charlottetown waterfront SOLAR PartyBike food & drink experience!: $58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMaine $23Prince Edward Island $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Maine
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Maine:
- Portland Old Port Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $99
Sample the Local Flavors in Prince Edward Island
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Prince Edward Island:
- Charlottetown Bar Crawl Birthplace of Confederation: $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maine and Prince Edward Island, we can see that Maine is more expensive. And not only is Prince Edward Island much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Prince Edward Island would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prince Edward Island 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 Maine would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Maine than you might in Prince Edward Island.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maine Expensive? and Is Prince Edward Island Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Maine or Prince Edward Island?
Maine has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Prince Edward Island. When comparing the sizes of Maine and Prince Edward Island, 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.