Which place is cheaper, Kamloops or Breckenridge?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Breckenridge or Kamloops?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Breckenridge or Kamloops? 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 Kamloops?
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.
Kamloops
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBreckenridge $200Kamloops $81
The average daily cost (per person) in Breckenridge is $200, while the average daily cost in Kamloops is $81. 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 Kamloops in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBreckenridge $106Kamloops $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBreckenridge $212Kamloops $88
Compare Hotels in Breckenridge and Kamloops
Looking for a hotel in Breckenridge or Kamloops? 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 Kamloops Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Breckenridge $19Kamloops $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Breckenridge
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Breckenridge:
- Eagle County Airport to Breckenridge/Keystone-Round-Trip Transfer: $185
- Denver Airport APA to Breckenridge Ski Resort-Arrival Transfer: $197
- Breckenridge/Keystone/Copper to Denver Airport-Departure Transfer: $196
- Breckenridge to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $193
- Breckenridge Ski Resort to Denver Airport APA Departure Transfer: $197
Is it cheaper to fly into Breckenridge or Kamloops?
Prices for flights to both Kamloops 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 $61Kamloops $24
Typical Food Prices in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$5.81
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Lunch for Two$25
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Coffee and Gelato$12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Breckenridge $94Kamloops $13
Tours and Activities in Breckenridge
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Breckenridge are as follows:
- 3 Hours 30 Minutes Colorado Astrophotography Experience: $260
- Breckenridge Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Breckenridge Scavenger Hunt: Breckenridge Adventure: $12
- Breckenridge Tours - Ghostly Tales : $33
- Breckenridge Tours - Strange but True: $32
- Continental Divide Tour: $145
- Half-Day Upper Colorado River Float Tour from Kremmling: $94
- Island Kayak Tour Experience in Frisco: $67
- Real Gold Mine Tour with, gold panning and more: $47
- Self-Guided Snow Shoe Tours: $17
- Smartphone Driving Tour b/w Breckenridge & Denver: $7.99
Tours and Activities in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Vancouver and Smartphone Audio Driving Tour: $6.21
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops and Vancouver: $6.31
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops & Revelstoke: $6.33
- Skip the Line: Kamloops BC Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $14
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Kamloops by Zombie Scavengers: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBreckenridge $7.79Kamloops $6.77
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 Kamloops, we can see that Breckenridge is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Kamloops.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Breckenridge Expensive? and Is Kamloops Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Breckenridge or Kamloops?
Kamloops has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Breckenridge. When comparing the sizes of Breckenridge and Kamloops, 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.