Which place is cheaper, Eugene or Sequoia 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 Sequoia National Park or Eugene?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sequoia National Park and Eugene 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: Sequoia National Park or Eugene?
Sequoia National Park
Located in the southern part of California's Sierra Nevada mountain range, Sequoia National Park is best known for its giant sequoia trees, most notably the General Sherman tree which stands as the largest tree in the world. The park is also noted for features like the Crystal Cave, Moro Rock, and Tunnel Tree.
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.
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Sequoia National Park Prices
USA PricesEugene Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySequoia National Park $152Eugene $190
The average daily cost (per person) in Sequoia National Park is $152, 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 Sequoia National Park and Eugene in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSequoia National Park $64Eugene $97
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSequoia National Park $128Eugene $194
Compare Hotels in Sequoia National Park and Eugene
Looking for a hotel in Sequoia National Park 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: Eugene Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sequoia National Park $56Eugene $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Sequoia National Park or Eugene?
Prices for flights to both Eugene and Sequoia 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 daySequoia National Park $53Eugene $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.Sequoia National Park $31Eugene -
Tours and Activities in Sequoia National Park
For Sequoia National Park, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Sequoia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon NP Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon Audio Tour Self Guide National Park Tour: $20
- Sequoia National Park Small-Group Tour from Wuksachi Lodge: $283
- Sequoia National Park Small Group Tour from Three Rivers.: $289
- Sequoia National Park Adventure from Tulare: $299
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySequoia National Park $7.84Eugene -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sequoia National Park and Eugene, we can see that Eugene is more expensive. And not only is Sequoia National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sequoia National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sequoia 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 Eugene would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eugene than you might in Sequoia National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sequoia National Park Expensive? and Is Eugene 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.