Which place is cheaper, Eugene or Albuquerque?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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: Albuquerque or Eugene?
Albuquerque
Albuquerque is a large city in the middle of the desert, right in the heart of New Mexico. It's the largest city in the state and has a lot to offer visitors. The city has a quaint downtown with a handful of good shops and restaurants. The surrounding area is quite beautiful and every fall the city hosts a famous and spectacular hot air balloon festival.
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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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlbuquerque $135Eugene $160
The average daily cost (per person) in Albuquerque is $135, while the average daily cost in Eugene is $160. 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 Albuquerque and Eugene in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlbuquerque $69Eugene $97
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlbuquerque $138Eugene $194
Compare Hotels in Albuquerque and Eugene
Looking for a hotel in Albuquerque 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: Albuquerque Hotel Prices and Eugene Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Albuquerque $37Eugene $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Albuquerque
Also for Albuquerque, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Albuquerque - Arrival Private Transfer: $40
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Albuquerque - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $80
- Albuquerque Airport to Truth or Consequences Private Transfer: $128
- Albuquerque Airport to Truth or Consequences Round-Trip Transfer: $255
- Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer: $196
- Albuquerque to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Balloon Fiesta Albuquerque 2024 transfers: $999
- Private Arrival Transfer from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ): $40
- Private Departure Transfer To Albuquerque Airport ABQ: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Albuquerque or Eugene?
Prices for flights to both Eugene and Albuquerque 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 dayAlbuquerque $41Eugene $41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Albuquerque
For Albuquerque, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Albuquerque, NM: $79
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.Albuquerque $24Eugene -
Tours and Activities in Albuquerque
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Albuquerque.
- Old Town Self-Guided Walking Tour by App: $6.50
- Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour: $7.75
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Albuquerque by Operation City Quest: $10
- National Museum of Nuclear Science Entry Ticket: $17
- Turquoise Museum Admission Ticket: $20
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Albuquerque by Zombie Scavengers: $20
- The Turquoise Museum Curator's Tour: $20
- Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- 8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town; 105-mins: $30
- 10pm Moonlight Ghost Tour of Old Town: $30
- Old Town Albuquerque Ghost Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlbuquerque $20Eugene -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Albuquerque and Eugene, we can see that Eugene is more expensive. And not only is Albuquerque much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Albuquerque would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Albuquerque Expensive? and Is Eugene Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Albuquerque or Eugene?
Albuquerque has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Eugene. When comparing the sizes of Albuquerque and Eugene, 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.