Which place is cheaper, Woodstock 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 Woodstock?
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 Woodstock can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cancun or Woodstock?
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.
Woodstock
While this town does lend its name to the 1969 Woodstock Festival, the legendary event was actually held on a dairy farm almost 60 miles away in Bethel, NY. So if you are looking to see the field where it all happened and a museum dedicated to its history, you will need to take a day trip outside of town.
Woodstock, New York, however, does stay true to the spirit of the arts. Since 1903, the place lay home to Byrdcliffe Art Colony, the oldest of its kind in the nation, and even attracted artists of the Hudson River School during the late 1800s. Today, artists from all disciplines-visual, ceramic, music, fiction, nonfiction, screenwriting, playwriting, and poetry-take up residence at the colony and have works displayed in galleries open in the main part of town.
Tinker Street and Mill Hill Road are lined with a mix of restaurants and shops all teeming with the essence of hippie living, arts, and spirituality. From shops selling Woodstock paraphernalia, incense, and Himalayan products, to yoga studios, vegan restaurants, and local art galleries-the town of Woodstock is one dedicated to keeping the spirit of the Woodstock Festival and the arts alive.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Historical Tours in United States of America.
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Cancun Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCancun $155Woodstock $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Cancun is $155, while the average daily cost in Woodstock is $178. 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 Woodstock in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCancun $90Woodstock $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCancun $180Woodstock $162
Compare Hotels in Cancun and Woodstock
Looking for a hotel in Cancun or Woodstock? 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 Woodstock Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cancun $16Woodstock $60
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$1.54
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Airport Shuttle (for 2)$13
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Ferry to Isla de Mujeres (for 2)$15
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Local Bus (for 2)$1.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cancun
Also for Cancun, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cancun Airport Small-Group Transfer to Cancun Hotels: $5.60
- Cancun Airport Shared Transfer: $6.00
- Shared Transfer from Cancun Airport: $7.00
- Shared Transfer from Cancun Airport: $7.00
- Cancun Airport Private Transfers To or From All Hotel Zones: $14
- Private Transfer in Cancun: $15
- Cancun Airport private transfer to Cancun hotel zone: $15
- Cancun Airport Departure transfer from Hotel Zone, Puerto Juarez, Puerto Morelos: $16
- CUN Airport to Cancun City Centre Hotels Shared Transfer: $17
- Cancun airport private Transfer: $17
- Private Cancun Airport Transfer to Hotels One Way: $18
- Private Transfer to and from Cancun Airport: $19
Is it cheaper to fly into Cancun or Woodstock?
Prices for flights to both Woodstock 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 $45Woodstock $59
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$19
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: $60
- Cancun Street Food Tour with Food Stalls, Local Market and Murals: $64
- Columbus Romantic Dinner in Cancún: $64
- Cancun Food Tour: Market 23, Local Flavors & Downtown Culture: $69
- Cancun Food Tour - Taco Attack: Street Food & Tequila Tasting: $69
- 3hr Cooking Class in Cancun with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $75
- Cancun Historic Downtown Food Tour with 7+ Authentic Tastings: $76
- Puerto Morelos Walking Food Tour: $77
- Cancun Walking Food Tour: Local Food, Markets, and Street Art.: $77
- Cancun Authentic Downtown Food Tour: Tacos and Local Flavors: $78
- Cancun Taco & Mexican Food Tour with Tequila Tasting: $79
- Mexican Cooking Class with fresh Local Market ingredients selection and transpor: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cancun $32Woodstock $35
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$0.55
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Whale Shark Tour (for 2)$94
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: $1.12
- 7 Days Self Guided AI Audio Tours to Cancun and Yucatan: $11
- Speedboat and Snorkeling Adventure in Cancun: $13
- Cancun Beach Taco Tour Culinary Journey with Tequila Tasting: $15
- Discover Isla Mujeres tour with snorkel, buffet and open bar: $15
- Speedboat Jungle Tour and Snorkel: $15
- Cancun Clear Boat Experience: Amazing Photos & Optional Swimming: $15
- Catamaran to Isla Mujeres Snorkeling, Beach Club and Lunch Tour: $16
- Isla Mujeres tour in a Catamaran with snorkel, open bar, lunch: $16
- Isla Mujeres, Catamaran tour in one day for one price: $16
- Cancun Clearboat Tour express tour for photos!: $16
- Isla Mujeres tour from Cancún (open bar, lunch ): $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCancun $12Woodstock $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Cancun
Also in Cancun, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- A bespoke wine tastings crafted for unforgettable moments: $81
- Bar Crawl Madness Tour in Cancun: $115
- Brewery Tour Craft Beer Tasting Cancun Mexico: $130
When comparing the travel costs between Cancun and Woodstock, we can see that Woodstock 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 Cancun Expensive? and Is Woodstock Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cancun or Woodstock?
Cancun has a larger population, and is about 250 times larger than the population of Woodstock. When comparing the sizes of Cancun and Woodstock, 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.