Which place is cheaper, El Paso or Berkshires?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berkshires or El Paso?
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 El Paso 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 El Paso?
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.
El Paso
El Paso is a city in west Texas, along the waters of the Rio Grande. Outside the city, Franklin Mountains State Park is home to cacti and desert wildlife like coyotes and golden eagles. The park's Wyler Aerial Tramway ascends to Ranger Peak for views of the city and over to Mexico. El Paso is coming up in the world and starting to make a name for itself. A sleek new hotel has opened downtown, luring locals back to the city’s core for socializing and dining. The new Montecillo entertainment and residential district to the west is booming. The city even has a new baseball team, the El Paso Chihuahuas. And the city’s first microbrewery opened in 2015. Outdoorsy types also have it made here: there’s cycling and hiking in the largest urban park in the US, and the nearby Hueco Tanks State Park is ideal for wintertime rock climbing. Best of all is the hospitality of the locals, which makes this city of nearly 700,000 feel a whole lot smaller.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City, The Best 2-Week Tours from Anchorage, and The Best 2-Week Tours from San Francisco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerkshires $244El Paso $161
The average daily cost (per person) in Berkshires is $244, while the average daily cost in El Paso is $161. 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 El Paso in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerkshires $141El Paso $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerkshires $282El Paso $162
Compare Hotels in Berkshires and El Paso
Looking for a hotel in Berkshires or El Paso? 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 El Paso Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berkshires $47El Paso $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in El Paso
Also for El Paso, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- El Paso Airport (ELP) to Truth or Consequences Arrival Transfer: $124
- El Paso Airport to Truth or Consequences Round Trip Transfer: $247
- El Paso International Airport (ELP) to El Paso - Arrival Private Transfer : $42
- El Paso International Airport (ELP) to El Paso - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $84
- El Paso to El Paso International Airport (ELP) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Berkshires or El Paso?
Prices for flights to both El Paso 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 $73El Paso $54
Typical Food Prices in El Paso
For El Paso, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Rudy's BBQ (family of 4)$40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berkshires $25El Paso $27
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 El Paso
For El Paso, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Sun City Ghost Walking Tour: $24
- El Paso Prowl Amazing Race & Tour: $24
- Sun City Ghosts Haunted Cowboys and Outlaws Tour: $30
- Pikes Peak Tour: $110
- Downtown Historic Walking Tour: $120
- Colorado Springs: Pikes Peak Jeep Tour: $125
- Jeep Tour - Pikes Peak or Bust: $190
- UTV Adventure Tour / Rental: $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerkshires $31El Paso $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berkshires and El Paso, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is El Paso much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to El Paso would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in El Paso 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 El Paso.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berkshires Expensive? and Is El Paso 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.