Which place is cheaper, Pueblo or Cancun?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Cancun or Pueblo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Cancun and Pueblo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cancun or Pueblo?
Cancun
In the northeast corner of the Mexican Caribbean, Cancun is one of Mexico's most popular destinations. The area that is now Cancun was actually selected specifically by the Mexican government for development as a tourist destination. The area was chosen because it has fourteen miles of beautiful white beaches, nearby Mayan ruins, and turquoise blue water with nearby snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities. Prior to its development as a tourist destination, there were few inhabitants in the area.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America.
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Cancun Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCancun $162Pueblo $288
The average daily cost (per person) in Cancun is $162, while the average daily cost in Pueblo is $288. 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 Cancun and Pueblo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCancun $94Pueblo $276
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCancun $188Pueblo $552
Compare Hotels in Cancun and Pueblo
Looking for a hotel in Cancun 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: Cancun Hotel Prices and Pueblo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cancun $17Pueblo $3.13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cancun
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cancun:
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Taxi Around Town$1.61
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Airport Shuttle (for 2)$13
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Ferry to Isla de Mujeres (for 2)$16
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Local Bus (for 2)$1.96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cancun
Also for Cancun, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cancun Airport Shared Transfer: $6.00
- Shared Transfer from Cancun Airport: $7.00
- Cancun Airport private transfer to Cancun hotel zone: $15
- Cancun Airport Departure transfer from Hotel Zone, Puerto Juarez, Puerto Morelos: $16
- Private Cancun Airport Transfer to Hotels One Way: $18
- transfers between hotels in Cancun hotel strip: $20
- Private Transfer to/from CUN Airport - Up to 14 Pax: $21
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer To/From Cancun International Airport: $23
- Private transfer to Cancun Airport from hotels in Cancun Area: $23
- Private Transfer to/from Playa Mujeres Hotels: $24
- Private Transfer Puerto Morelos to Cancun Airport: $24
- Private Transfer from Cancun Airport (CUN): $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Cancun or Pueblo?
Prices for flights to both Pueblo and Cancun 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 dayCancun $48Pueblo $9.68
Typical Food Prices in Cancun
For Cancun, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cancun
For Cancun, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour in Cancun with a Local Guide: $61
- Cancun Street Food Tour with Food Stalls, Local Market and Murals: $64
- Cancun Food Tour: Market 23, Local Flavors & Downtown Culture: $69
- Cancun Food Tour - Taco Attack: Street Food & Tequila Tasting: $69
- Salsa Streets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $69
- Tortilla Trails Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $69
- Cancun Historic Downtown Food Tour with 7+ Authentic Tastings: $76
- Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class: $79
- Mexican Cooking Class with fresh Local Market ingredients selection and transpor: $79
- Cancun Taco & Mexican Food Tour with Tequila Tasting: $79
- Couples Special Price! Cancun Pirate Show with Dinner & Drinks: $80
- Pirate Night! Dinner, Fun and Show at Cancun Couples Special: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cancun $34Pueblo -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cancun
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cancun's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Seasick Pills$0.58
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Whale Shark Tour (for 2)$98
Tours and Activities in Cancun
For Cancun, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cancun's Hidden Gems: A Self-Guided Tour: $1.15
- 7 Days Self Guided AI Audio Tours to Cancun and Yucatan: $12
- Speedboat and Snorkeling Adventure in Cancun: $14
- Cancun Beach Taco Tour Culinary Journey with Tequila Tasting: $15
- Shared Speedboat and Snorkeling Adventure in Cancun: $15
- Isla Mujeres Catamaran Adventure Snorkeling, Spinnaker and Lunch: $15
- Isla Mujeres tour from Cancún (open bar, lunch ): $15
- Speedboat and Snorkeling Adventure in Cancun: $16
- Tour in a Catamaran to Isla Mujeres with all included for the best price!: $16
- Cancun to Isla Mujeres Tour Experience: $16
- Chichen Itza Full-Day Tour with Cenote Swim and Valladolid Visit: $16
- Isla Mujeres, Catamaran tour in one day for one price: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCancun $13Pueblo -
Sample the Local Flavors in Cancun
Also in Cancun, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bar Crawl Madness Tour in Cancun: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cancun and Pueblo, we can see that Pueblo is more expensive. And not only is Cancun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cancun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cancun 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 Pueblo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pueblo than you might in Cancun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cancun Expensive? and Is Pueblo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cancun or Pueblo?
Cancun has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Pueblo. When comparing the sizes of Cancun 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.