Which place is cheaper, Aspen or Berkshires?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berkshires or Aspen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Berkshires and Aspen 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: Berkshires or Aspen?
Berkshires
The Berkshires are a popular highland destination in the western part of Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. The region has scenic landscape, hiking, lakes, recreational opportunities and other outdoor experiences. The Berkshires also has an impressive cultural scene with music, arts, museums, and live theaters.
The Berkshires can be a bit expensive to visit if you stay at a luxury resort and take advantage of the award winning restaurants in the area. Alternatively, the experience can be equally rewarding by camping, picnicking, and spending your time hiking and enjoying the beautiful natural setting.
Aspen
Aspen is a famous, and notably expensive travel destination. The town is one of the country's most famous and recognizable ski destinations, and prices can climb high during the ski season. Although still expensive, you can often find better deals during the summer months or shoulder seasons. For visitors who want to enjoy the area's hiking, natural beauty, and charm, these are the times to visit.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in United States of America, and The Best Cultural Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerkshires $244Aspen $293
The average daily cost (per person) in Berkshires is $244, while the average daily cost in Aspen is $293. 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 Berkshires and Aspen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerkshires $141Aspen $170
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerkshires $282Aspen $340
Compare Hotels in Berkshires and Aspen
Looking for a hotel in Berkshires or Aspen? 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: Berkshires Hotel Prices and Aspen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berkshires $47Aspen $56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aspen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aspen:
- Aspen hotel or address to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $226
- Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) - Private Transfer Arrival or Departure: $269
Is it cheaper to fly into Berkshires or Aspen?
Prices for flights to both Aspen and Berkshires 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 dayBerkshires $73Aspen $85
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berkshires $25Aspen $45
Tours and Activities in Berkshires
Here are a few actual costs in Berkshires for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Guided Private Forest Bathing Experience Lenox: $40
Tours and Activities in Aspen
Here are a few actual costs in Aspen for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aspen Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Highlights of Aspen Tour: $40
- Aspen's Off the Beaten Path Tour: $40
- Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour: $40
- Aspen's Past to Present Historic Tour: $40
- Dark History Ghost-Themed Guided Walking Tour: $40
- From Past to Present History Walking Tour: $40
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $40
- Aspen's Off the Beaten Path Scenic Walking Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerkshires $31Aspen $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berkshires and Aspen, we can see that Aspen is more expensive. And not only is Berkshires much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Berkshires would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Berkshires 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 Aspen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aspen than you might in Berkshires.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berkshires Expensive? and Is Aspen 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.