Which place is cheaper, Eugene or Martha's Vineyard?
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 Martha's Vineyard or Eugene?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Martha's Vineyard and Eugene. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Martha's Vineyard or Eugene?
Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is a famous destination for CEO's, celebrities, and executives. It's an island that's just 8 miles from the Cape Cod peninsula and it is a popular place to "summer" for many recognizable people. Martha's Vineyard has become so popular among the stars, that it's no longer surprising to see a celebrity hanging around.
Eugene
At the southern end of the Willamette Valley, Eugene is most recognized as the home of the University of Oregon. It's a smaller city with a liberal population that is generally concerned about environmental issues. A popular experience in Eugene is to go to the Saturday Market, which has been around since 1970 and is the oldest open air market in the United States.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, The Best 3-Week Tours in United States of America, The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.
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Martha's Vineyard Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMartha's Vineyard $285Eugene $190
The average daily cost (per person) in Martha's Vineyard is $285, while the average daily cost in Eugene is $190. 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 Martha's Vineyard and Eugene in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMartha's Vineyard $132Eugene $97
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMartha's Vineyard $264Eugene $194
Compare Hotels in Martha's Vineyard and Eugene
Looking for a hotel in Martha's Vineyard or Eugene? 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: Martha's Vineyard Hotel Prices and Eugene Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Martha's Vineyard $83Eugene $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Martha's Vineyard or Eugene?
Prices for flights to both Eugene and Martha's Vineyard 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 dayMartha's Vineyard $104Eugene $71
Typical Food Prices in Eugene
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Eugene:
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Sam Bonds Food and Music (for 2)$16
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Morning Glory Cafe Breakfast (for 2)$12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Martha's Vineyard $30Eugene -
Tours and Activities in Martha's Vineyard
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Martha's Vineyard.
- Edgartown Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
- Discovering Oak Bluffs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard Audio Tour: $13
- Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: $15
- Martha Vineyard Bus Tour: $60
- Best 3-Hour Martha's Vineyard shared Island Tour from Oak Bluffs: $65
- Best of Martha's Vineyard 3 hour Full-Island Tour: $65
- Down Island Tour with One Hour in Edgartown: $65
- Martha's Vineyard: All Island Tour: $70
- All Island Bus Tour: $75
- 4 hours Hop-on Hop-off Jawsome Jaws Tour: $120
- All New Shared Jaws tour Budget Friendly: $130
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMartha's Vineyard $22Eugene -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Martha's Vineyard and Eugene, we can see that Martha's Vineyard is more expensive. And not only is Eugene much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Eugene would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Eugene 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 Martha's Vineyard would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Martha's Vineyard than you might in Eugene.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Martha's Vineyard Expensive? and Is Eugene Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Martha's Vineyard or Eugene?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Eugene in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Martha's Vineyard as well as Eugene. The summer months attract visitors to Martha's Vineyard because of the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Martha's Vineyard is generally a little warmer than Eugene. Daily temperatures in Martha's Vineyard average around 73°F (23°C), and Eugene fluctuates around 68°F (20°C).
Martha's Vineyard usually gets more rain in July than Eugene. Martha's Vineyard gets 2.8 inches (72 mm) of rain, while Eugene receives 0.3 inches (8 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMartha's Vineyard 73°F (23°C)Eugene 68°F (20°C)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Eugene in the Autumn?
Both Eugene and Martha's Vineyard are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Martha's Vineyard this time of year.
Martha's Vineyard is around the same temperature as Eugene in the autumn. The daily temperature in Martha's Vineyard averages around 53°F (12°C) in October, and Eugene fluctuates around 55°F (13°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Eugene. In October, Martha's Vineyard usually receives less rain than Eugene. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Eugene receives 4.3 inches (109 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMartha's Vineyard 53°F (12°C)Eugene 55°F (13°C)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Eugene in the Winter?
Both Eugene and Martha's Vineyard during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Martha's Vineyard for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Martha's Vineyard. In the winter, Martha's Vineyard is much colder than Eugene. Typically, the winter temperatures in Martha's Vineyard in January average around 28°F (-2°C), and Eugene averages at about 41°F (5°C).
Eugene gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Martha's Vineyard usually gets less rain in January than Eugene. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain, while Eugene receives 7.1 inches (181 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMartha's Vineyard 28°F (-2°C)Eugene 41°F (5°C)
Should I visit Martha's Vineyard or Eugene in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Martha's Vineyard and Eugene. Many visitors come to Martha's Vineyard in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In April, Martha's Vineyard is generally cooler than Eugene. Daily temperatures in Martha's Vineyard average around 48°F (9°C), and Eugene fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).
In April, Martha's Vineyard usually receives more rain than Eugene. Martha's Vineyard gets 3.7 inches (94 mm) of rain, while Eugene receives 2.2 inches (57 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMartha's Vineyard 48°F (9°C)Eugene 51°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for Eugene and Martha's Vineyard
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 41°F (5°C) | 7.1 inches (181 mm) |
| Feb | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 inches (133 mm) |
| Mar | 38°F (3°C) | 4 inches (101 mm) | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 inches (118 mm) |
| Apr | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 inches (57 mm) |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 56°F (13°C) | 2 inches (50 mm) |
| Jun | 67°F (20°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 inches (34 mm) |
| Jul | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 inches (72 mm) | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
| Sep | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 inches (28 mm) |
| Oct | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 inches (109 mm) |
| Nov | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 inches (115 mm) | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) |
| Dec | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 inches (105 mm) | 42°F (5°C) | 6.3 inches (161 mm) |
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