A Travel Price Comparison for Colorado Avon vs. Colorado Springs for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Avon or Colorado Springs?

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 Avon and Colorado Springs. 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: Avon or Colorado Springs?

Avon

Avon is a small town of about 7,000 people that's just a couple miles from the famous Beaver Creek Ski Resort. Avon is down the mountain from Beaver Creek and sits along I-70. It has a high concentration of hotels and condos that are a bit more affordable than the options found in Beaver Creek and nearby Vail. Avon also has one of the nicest hotels in the area, Westin Riverfront. This hotel offers a true resort experience with a large number of amenities and comforts for guests.

Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is the second largest city in the state of Colorado. It is located in the northeastern tip of the south central region of the state and is in a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and alpine trees. It is also referred to as "America's Olympic City" because it is the location of the United States Olympic Training Center.

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Which place is cheaper, Colorado Springs or Avon?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Avon is $277, while the average daily cost in Colorado Springs is $154. 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 Avon and Colorado Springs in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Avon $177
    Colorado Springs $81
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Avon $354
    Colorado Springs $162
Compare Hotels in Avon and Colorado Springs

Looking for a hotel in Avon or Colorado Springs? 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.

Hotels in Avon


Hotels in Colorado Springs


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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: Avon Hotel Prices and Colorado Springs Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Avon $41
    Colorado Springs $38

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Colorado Springs

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Colorado Springs:

  • Denver Airport BJC to Winter Park Ski Resort Round Trip Transfer: $188
  • Rocky Mountain Metropolitan (BJC) to Steamboat-Arrival Transfer: $232
  • Denver Airport (DEN) to Winter Park - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $265
  • Denver Centennial Airport to Steamboat - Private Arrival Transfer: $287
  • Snowmass Ski Resort to BJC Airport - Departure Transfer: $298
  • Denver Centennial Airport to Snowmass/Aspen - Arrival Transfer: $298

Is it cheaper to fly into Avon or Colorado Springs?

Prices for flights to both Colorado Springs and Avon 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 day
    Avon $67
    Colorado Springs $45

Typical Food Prices in Colorado Springs

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Colorado Springs:


  • Cold Stone Ice Cream (family of 4)
    $22
  • Snacks at the Zoo (family of 4)
    $18

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Colorado Springs

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Colorado Springs.

  • Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs: $79
  • The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Colorado Springs, CO: $86

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Avon $48
    Colorado Springs $34

Tours and Activities in Colorado Springs

Here are a few actual costs in Colorado Springs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Mesa Verde National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $13
  • Murder Mystery Detective Experience Loveland, CO: $15
  • Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour: $28
  • Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour: $28
  • Pueblo Puzzling Adventure: $35
  • Puzzling Adventures Loveland: $35
  • Astronomy Tour: $45
  • E-Bike Winery Tour in Penrose, Colorado: Penrose Uncorked: $49
  • Colorado Springs Small Group Historic Walking Tour: $54
  • 1-Hour Segway Tour of Cheyenne Cañon Art, History and Nature: $72
  • 1-Hour Broadmoor History Segway Tour: $72
  • Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour: $73

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Avon $38
    Colorado Springs $24

Sample the Local Flavors in Colorado Springs

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Colorado Springs:

  • 2.5-Hour Brewery & Bites Walking Tour: $84
  • Downtown Colorado Springs 2.5-Hour Brewery Tour: $89


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Avon and Colorado Springs, we can see that Avon is more expensive. And not only is Colorado Springs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Colorado Springs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Colorado Springs 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 Avon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Avon than you might in Colorado Springs.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Avon Expensive? and Is Colorado Springs Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Avon or Colorado Springs?

Colorado Springs has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Avon. When comparing the sizes of Avon and Colorado Springs, 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.