Which place is cheaper, Alberta or Texas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Texas or Alberta?
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 Texas and Alberta. 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: Texas or Alberta?
Texas
Texas is the second largest and second most populated state in the United States. It measures 267,000 square miles in size and exploring even a large section of the state takes longer than you might expect. The size and distinctive culture of the area brings much pride to the state's natives. The state was briefly its own country for ten years, starting in 1836 after the residents rebelled as a territory of first Spain and then Mexico. It then joined the United States in 1845. The state maintains its independent personality and many Texans proudly display the state flag near their home or car.
Alberta
If you ever wanted to visit a place where all the beauty of nature is centrally located, you will want to make a trip to Alberta, Canada. With part of the Canadian Rockies, the prairies and the wilderness of forests, Alberta has something for everyone. As the home to Canada's oil industry, this is also the richest province in the country.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Photography Tours in United States of America, The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, The Best 3-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vancouver.
-
Texas Prices
USA PricesAlberta Prices
Canada Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTexas $228Alberta $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Texas is $228, while the average daily cost in Alberta is $132. 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 Texas and Alberta in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTexas $81Alberta $66
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTexas $162Alberta $132
Compare Hotels in Texas and Alberta
Looking for a hotel in Texas or Alberta? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Texas $49Alberta $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Texas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Texas:
- Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Galveston Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $221
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Port of Galveston - Arrival Private Transfer: $156
- Allen or Plano to Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW) - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Arrival Private Transfer Dallas Airport DAL to Dowtown Dallas by Luxury Vehicle: $83
- Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Business Car: $118
- Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Luxury SUV: $119
- Austin City to Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) - Departure Private Transfer: $121
- Austin Texas Airport Transfer Premium Black SUV: $189
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Austin City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $241
- Dallas Airport (DAL) to Dallas - Arrival Private Transfer: $90
- Dallas Airport (DFW) to Dallas - Arrival Private Transfer: $84
- Dallas Airport (DFW) to Plano / Allen - Arrival Private Transfer: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alberta
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alberta:
- Arrival Private Transfer: Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary in Luxury SUV: $141
- Banff Canmore to Calgary YYC Airport Transfer: $216
- Banff Lake Louise or Canmore and Calgary Private Shuttle Transfer: $60
- Black Car Airport Transfers in Bow Valley: $293
- Calgary Airport (YYC) to Calgary hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $100
- Calgary Airport (YYC) to Calgary hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $201
- Calgary Airport (YYC) to Sunshine Village - Arrival Transfer: $213
- Calgary YYC Airport: Hassle-free Private Transfer to Lake Louise: $161
- Calgary or Calgary Airport to Lake Louise Private Transfer: $202
- Calgary or YYC Airport to Banff | Private Transfer: $161
- Calgary to Banff - Private Transfer: $150
- Calgary to Banff Airport Transfer Reliably to the Rockies: $185
Is it cheaper to fly into Texas or Alberta?
Prices for flights to both Alberta and Texas 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
-
Food Meals for one dayTexas $71Alberta $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Texas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Texas.
- Billy Bob's Texas Honky Tonk Dinner and Photo Package: $51
- Pizza & Pours: Tasting & Lunch at Flat Creek Estate: $55
- Organ Mountains Sunset Dinner Trip: $64
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Tap Room in Austin: $75
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Austin: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class in a Sake Bar in Austin: $75
- The Haunted Dinner Tour: $80
- The Heights Food Tour in Houston: $80
- Downtown Houston Food Tour: $80
- Austin Street Art and Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $85
- Houston Downtown Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Tradition & Fusion: $85
- San Antonio Centre Food Tour of 6 Tastings with Tacos & Ice Cream: $95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alberta
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alberta.
- Pasta Cooking Class at a Local Distillery in Calgary: $62
- Sushi Cooking Class at a Local Distillery in Calgary: $62
- Morning Glory ~ Banff's 'Breakfast Bits' Food Tour: $66
- Sips & Sweets - Canadian Evening Food Tour: $69
- Bites and Sites of Canmore Walking Food Tour: $77
- Banff's Winter Wonderland Food Tour: $85
- A Taste of Banff Food Tour: $87
- Half-Day Jasper Culture Food Tour: $119
- Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $129
- Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle: $151
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Texas $23Alberta $13
Tours and Activities in Texas
Here are a few actual costs in Texas for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Houston Rockets Basketball Game Ticket at Toyota Center: $5.38
- The Stockyards Haunted Self Guided Audio App Walking Tour: $6.50
- The Wicked Glitch of Oz: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure in Houston: $7.16
- Fort Worth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Adventure: $7.68
- Austin Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $7.77
- Houston Self-Guided Audio Tour : $9.00
- Galveston Luggage Storage Close to Cruise Terminal: $9.53
- Haunted Private App Guided Ghost Walking Tour in Waco: $9.75
- Austin's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Audio App Walking Tour : $9.75
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Fort Worth by Wacky Walks: $10
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Waco by Wacky Walks: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Fort Worth by 3Quest Challenge: $10
Tours and Activities in Alberta
Here are a few actual costs in Alberta for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Edmonton City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based: $4.00
- Town of Banff Highlights 2 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based : $4.00
- Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based : $5.00
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary: $8.05
- Tunnel Mountain Trail: a Smartphone Audio Nature Tour : $8.05
- The Sights of Banff: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $8.05
- The Sights of Canmore: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $8.07
- Calgary Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Edmonton Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Banff Cave & Hot Springs Audio Walking Tour (Not a Ticket): $9.99
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Edmonton by Crazy Dash: $10
- Jasper National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $13
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayTexas $19Alberta $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Texas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Texas:
- Galveston Island Brewing Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting : $10
- Epic San Antonio Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
- Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Sixth Street Spree Austin Bar Crawl: $12
- Corpus Christi Bar Crawl: $15
- Houston Hustle Bar Crawl: $15
- San Antonio Texas Bar Crawl: Drinks Up in San Antonio!: $15
- Sip & Savor: Wine Tasting at Flat Creek Estate: $22
- River City: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Haunted Pub Crawl & Scandalous Red Light Tour in Galveston: $29
- Galveston's Best Pub Crawl and Historical Tour near The Strand: $29
- Texas’ Oldest Haunted Pub Crawl Shared Walking Tour: $30
- Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Alberta
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Alberta:
- Park Distillery Tour with Craft Spirits Tasting: $11
- Calgary Bar Crawl: Cruisin' Calgary: $12
- Calgary Brewery Tour: $88
- Edmonton Brewery Tour (10 person minimum group): $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Texas and Alberta, we can see that Texas is more expensive. And not only is Alberta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Alberta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alberta 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 Texas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Texas than you might in Alberta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Texas Expensive? and Is Alberta Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Texas or Alberta?
Texas has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Alberta. When comparing the sizes of Texas and Alberta, 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.