Which place is cheaper, Breckenridge or Berkshires?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berkshires or Breckenridge?
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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge?
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.
Breckenridge
Breckenridge is a charming ski town that is notable for its quaint downtown area and impressive ski slopes. Most visitors head to Breckenridge to enjoy the winter ski season, so you can expect prices to jump during these times, but Breckenridge also has a lot to offer visitors during the warmer seasons as well. Hiking, mountain biking, and fly fishing are all popular activities during these times, and the prices are usually a bit more moderate.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerkshires $244Breckenridge $200
The average daily cost (per person) in Berkshires is $244, while the average daily cost in Breckenridge is $200. 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 Breckenridge in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerkshires $141Breckenridge $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerkshires $282Breckenridge $212
Compare Hotels in Berkshires and Breckenridge
Looking for a hotel in Berkshires or Breckenridge? 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 Breckenridge Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berkshires $47Breckenridge $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Breckenridge
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Breckenridge:
- Breckenridge Ski Resort to Denver Airport APA Departure Transfer: $197
- Breckenridge to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $193
- Breckenridge/Keystone/Copper to Denver Airport-Departure Transfer: $196
- Denver Airport APA to Breckenridge Ski Resort-Arrival Transfer: $197
- Eagle County Airport to Breckenridge/Keystone-Round-Trip Transfer: $185
Is it cheaper to fly into Berkshires or Breckenridge?
Prices for flights to both Breckenridge 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 $73Breckenridge $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berkshires $25Breckenridge $94
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 Breckenridge
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Breckenridge are as follows:
- Smartphone Driving Tour b/w Breckenridge & Denver: $7.99
- Breckenridge Scavenger Hunt: Breckenridge Adventure: $12
- Self-Guided Snow Shoe Tours: $17
- Breckenridge Tours - Strange but True: $32
- Breckenridge Tours - Ghostly Tales : $33
- Breckenridge Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Real Gold Mine Tour with, gold panning and more: $47
- Island Kayak Tour Experience in Frisco: $67
- Half-Day Upper Colorado River Float Tour from Kremmling: $94
- Continental Divide Tour: $145
- 3 Hours 30 Minutes Colorado Astrophotography Experience: $260
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerkshires $31Breckenridge $7.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Breckenridge
Also in Breckenridge, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ridden Fat Bike Beer & Distillery Tour: $85
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berkshires and Breckenridge, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is Breckenridge much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Breckenridge would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Breckenridge 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 Berkshires would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berkshires than you might in Breckenridge.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berkshires Expensive? and Is Breckenridge 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.