Which place is cheaper, Pueblo or Boston?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Boston or Pueblo?
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 Boston and Pueblo. 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: Boston or Pueblo?
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest and most historic cities in New England. It is also the capital of the state of Massachusetts and the largest city in the region. The city proper covers 48 square miles and has a population of more than 600,000. The Greater Boston area has 4.5 million people and is the tenth largest metropolitan area in the country.
Pueblo
Pueblo is a surprisingly large community in the state of Colorado that has a population of more than 100,000. Many travelers pass through this area if they're heading into the mountain area from the southeast. It's sits along Interstate Highway 25 and is only forty five miles from Colorado Springs. There's a regional airport in the area as well. In town there is a bus service run by the City Of Pueblo Transit. Rides cost $1.00, but it is highly recommended that you have your own vehicle when visiting town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, and The Best 3-Week Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBoston $255Pueblo $284
The average daily cost (per person) in Boston is $255, while the average daily cost in Pueblo is $284. 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 Boston and Pueblo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBoston $166Pueblo $276
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBoston $332Pueblo $552
Compare Hotels in Boston and Pueblo
Looking for a hotel in Boston or Pueblo? 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: Boston Hotel Prices and Pueblo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Boston $37Pueblo -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Boston
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Boston are as follows:
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Taxi$35
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Subway Daily Pass$9.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boston:
- Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) to Flynn Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
- Cruiseport Boston to Boston Airport (BOS) - Departure Transfer: $38
- Transfer in private vehicle from Boston Downtown to Boston Airport (BOS): $69
- Transfer in private vehicle from Boston Airport (BOS) to City Downtown: $69
- Boston to Boston Logan Airport (BOS) - Departure Private Transfer: $79
- Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Boston - Arrival Private Transfer: $79
- Departure Private Transfer Boston to Boston Airport BOS Business-Luxury Vehicle: $84
- Private Transfer from Boston City Hotels to Newport Cruise Port: $87
- Private transfer: Boston to Boston Airport (BOS): $95
- Flynn Cruiseport Boston to Boston city Arrival Private Transfer: $116
- Boston hotels to Flynn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $116
- Flynn Cruise Port Boston to Boston hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Boston or Pueblo?
Prices for flights to both Pueblo and Boston 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 dayBoston $49Pueblo $7.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boston
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Boston.
- AM Coffee Walks with Salem Food Tours: $34
- Boston's North End Pizza & History Walking Food Tour: $49
- North End Pizza Tour with 3 Slices and Cannoli: $55
- Pizza Beer and Paul Revere Tour: $60
- North End Food Experience with Pizza, Meats & Cheese: $68
- Boston Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $70
- Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise on Boston Harbor: $77
- Ultimate Food Tour of North End & Public Market: $80
- Boston's North End Small Group Food Tour : $81
- Union Square, Somerville Neighborhood Food Tour: $90
- Ultimate Boston Food Tour: North End & Boston Public Market: $99
- Boston Harbor: Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Boston $33Pueblo -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Boston
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Boston are as follows:
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Two Tickets to Celtics Game$101
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Duck Tour$32
Tours and Activities in Boston
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Boston are as follows:
- App Self-guided tours with Audioguide Boston: $4.27
- Underground Railroad Audio App Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
- Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem: $5.00
- Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Boston: $5.95
- Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem: $5.99
- Self-Guided Freedom Trail Walking Audio Tour w/ App: $5.99
- City History and Highlights Audio App Walking Tour: $7.99
- Charlestown: Bunker Hill Monument Self-Guide Walking Tour: $7.99
- Boston History and Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Harborwalk and Tea Party Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.49
- Civil War and Abolition: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Boston: $8.99
- Ghost-Themed Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
For more ideas for your next trip, check out Free Things to Do in Boston, Must-See Monuments and Memorials In Boston, and The Best Things To Do in Boston with Kids.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBoston $27Pueblo -
Sample the Local Flavors in Boston
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Boston:
- Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and Taverns: $30
- Boston Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Salem Ghosts Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl: $34
- Boston Ghosts Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl : $34
- Salem Booze and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl by US Ghost Adventures: $35
- Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail: $59
- Boston Small-Group Freedom Trail History Tour Pub Crawl: $60
- Boston Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $105
- Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack: $105
When comparing the travel costs between Boston and Pueblo, we can see that Pueblo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in North America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Boston Expensive? and Is Pueblo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Boston or Pueblo?
Boston has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Pueblo. When comparing the sizes of Boston and Pueblo, 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.