Which place is cheaper, Jasper National Park or Breckenridge?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Breckenridge or Jasper National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Breckenridge or Jasper National Park? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Breckenridge or Jasper National Park?
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.
Jasper National Park
An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jasper National Park, located in Canada's Alberta Province, is one of a few national and provincial parks that showcase the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from San Francisco, The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Luxury Tours to Canada, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBreckenridge $200Jasper National Park $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Breckenridge is $200, while the average daily cost in Jasper National Park is $82. 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 Breckenridge and Jasper National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBreckenridge $106Jasper National Park $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBreckenridge $212Jasper National Park $90
Compare Hotels in Breckenridge and Jasper National Park
Looking for a hotel in Breckenridge or Jasper National Park? 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: Breckenridge Hotel Prices and Jasper National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Breckenridge $19Jasper National Park $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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jasper National Park
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jasper National Park are as follows:
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Park Pass$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jasper National Park
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jasper National Park:
- Jasper Thermal to Edmonton Airport (YEG) Departure Transfer: $169
- Jasper Thermal Resorts to Calgary Airport YYC Departure Transfer: $169
Is it cheaper to fly into Breckenridge or Jasper National Park?
Prices for flights to both Jasper National Park and Breckenridge 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 dayBreckenridge $61Jasper National Park $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jasper National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jasper National Park.
- Half-Day Jasper Culture Food Tour: $107
- Peak Nic - A hike and an outdoor cooking lesson: $119
- 4-Hours E-Bike Food Tour : $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Breckenridge $94Jasper National Park $7.75
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
Tours and Activities in Jasper National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Jasper National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Icefields Parkway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Live Theater Show Ticket 'From Jasper with love': $25
- From Jasper: Jasper National Park Wildlife Discovery Tour: $53
- Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour : $54
- Winter Wildlife Discovery Tour: $59
- Maligne Canyon Hiking Tour: $59
- Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island: $59
- Jasper Evening Wildlife Tour: $63
- Morning Jasper National Park Wildlife Tour: $64
- Maligne Lake Cruise: $67
- Jasper Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Lake Hike: $71
- Class 3 Sunwapta River Rafting Adventure in Jasper: $94
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBreckenridge $7.79Jasper National Park $11
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 Breckenridge and Jasper National Park, we can see that Breckenridge is more expensive. And not only is Jasper National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jasper National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jasper National Park 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 Breckenridge would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Breckenridge than you might in Jasper National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Breckenridge Expensive? and Is Jasper National Park 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.