Which place is cheaper, Quebec 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 Quebec?
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 Quebec can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Maine or Quebec?
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.
Quebec
The culture and history of Europe is alive and well in North America. The largest province in Canada, Quebec, was a French colony from the time of Jacques Cartier in 1534 until 1760. Today, it is the only province in Canada where French is the official language. With the second largest population in the country, approximately 6.4 million, or 80% of the people speak French as their native language.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMaine $241Quebec $193
The average daily cost (per person) in Maine is $241, while the average daily cost in Quebec 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 Maine and Quebec in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMaine $107Quebec $111
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMaine $214Quebec $222
Compare Hotels in Maine and Quebec
Looking for a hotel in Maine or Quebec? 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 $43Quebec $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maine
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maine:
- Private Transfer from Bangor city hotels to Rockland Cruise Port: $210
- Private Transfer from Bangor Airport(BGR) to Rockland Cruise Port: $210
- Private Transfer from Rockland Cruise Port to Bangor Airport(BGR): $209
- Private Transfer from Rockland Cruise Port to Bangor City Hotels: $209
- Private Transfer from Portland Port to Portland Jetport (PWM): $136
- Private Transfer from Portland Cruise Port to Portland city: $75
- Private Transfer from Portland city to Portland Cruise Port: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec
Also for Quebec, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure transfer Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL by Car or SUV: $60
- Private One Way Transfer from Montreal to Montreal Airport: $64
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $73
- Le Terminal Quebec Cruise Port to Quebec - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec City: $96
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport (YQB): $96
- Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $99
- From Quebec City: Grosse Île Tour & Cruise + Bus Transfer: $104
- Quebec city private transfer: $105
- Québec city to Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $106
- From Quebec City : Cruise & Visit to Grosse-Ile with bus transfer: $107
- YQB Quebec City Airport Cruise Terminal Train Station Transfer: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Maine or Quebec?
Prices for flights to both Quebec 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 $85Quebec $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec
For Quebec, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Quebecois Aperitif Food Tour in Quebec City: $61
- Beyond the Market Non-Touristy Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $81
- Montreal Cooking Class - Learn to make Dim Sums: $84
- Jean-Talon Market & Little Italy Food Tour with 8 Tastings: $89
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $89
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $115
- Jewish Neighborhood Food Tour: $129
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $129
- Montreal Gourmet Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $129
- Montreal Cooking Class x Michelin-Trained Chef: $132
- Progressive Dinner on Grande-Allée and History Tour: $202
- Quebec City: Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $202
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Maine $33Quebec $23
Tours and Activities in Maine
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Maine are as follows:
- 2 Hour Scenic Powerboat Cruise Experience Portland's Waterfront: $143
- 2-Hour Portland Old Port Ghost Walking Tour: $29
- 90 Minutes Ghost Walking Tour in Kennebunkport: $35
- 90-minute Ghost Walking Tour in Bar Harbor: $33
- A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland: $49
- Acadia Fat tire Ebike Tours: $190
- Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour: $25
- Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- Acadia's Ocean Path Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- Afternoon Lighthouse Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine: $62
- Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine: $67
Tours and Activities in Quebec
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Quebec.
- Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based : $5.00
- Montreal Prohibition Mystery: Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $7.20
- Montréal Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour: $7.74
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $9.62
- Old Montreal Historical Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Montreal's Golden Square Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Quebec City: Observatoire de la Capitale Entry Ticket: $11
- Quebec City: MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket: $11
- Old Montreal: Self-Guided Tour from Place D‘Armes to Old Port: $12
- Québec: Fortifications-of-Québec Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Old Quebec Walking Tour with a Certified Local Guide: $15
- La Citadelle de Québec Ticket and Guided Tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMaine $23Quebec $17
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 Quebec
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec:
- Quebec City: Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $24
- Quebec City: Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $50
- Quebec City: Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $94
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $96
- Quebec City: Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $107
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maine and Quebec, we can see that Maine is more expensive. And not only is Quebec much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Quebec would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quebec 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 Quebec.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maine Expensive? and Is Quebec Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Maine or Quebec?
Quebec has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Maine. When comparing the sizes of Maine and Quebec, 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.
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