Should you visit Clearwater or Saint Louis?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Clearwater and Saint Louis. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Clearwater
Clearwater is a city in Florida's Tampa Bay area known for its sunny weather and gulf coast beaches. Its most famous beach (Clearwater Beach) is located on a barrier island with white sands and crystal waters - a perfect setting for activities such as fishing, sailing, kayaking, jet skiing, dolphin and sunset tours, parasailing, and more.
Saint Louis
Nicknamed the "Gateway to the West" and perhaps best known for its iconic Gateway Arch, St. Louis, Missouri, has grown from a last stop for pioneers journeying west to a thriving metropolis notable for its diverse culture, impressive architecture, and unique neighborhoods. It sits on the Mississippi River and has plenty to offer in dining, shopping, sight-seeing, and entertainment.
Which city is cheaper, Saint Louis or Clearwater?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Clearwater is $241, while the average daily cost in Saint Louis is $147. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Clearwater and Saint Louis in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about $208 for a double occupancy room in Clearwater.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about $162 for a double occupancy room in Saint Louis.
Food
The average traveler spends about $38 per day in Clearwater for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
On average, meal and food prices in Saint Louis cost around $43 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around $17.
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Food
Meals for one day
Clearwater $38
Saint Louis $43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Louis
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Louis.
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - St. Louis:
$72
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Clearwater is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $177 per person, per day, on local transportation in Clearwater.
The cost of a taxi ride in Saint Louis is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $21 per person, per day, on local transportation in Saint Louis.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Clearwater
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Clearwater:
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Clearwater Beach to St.Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE) -Departure Private Transfer:
$37
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Clearwater Beach to Tampa Airport (TPA) - Departure Private Transfer:
$83
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Private Transfer from Clearwater Beach to Orlando (MCO) Airport:
$453
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Private Transfer from Clearwater Beach to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport:
$588
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Private Transfer from Clearwater Beach to Port Canaveral:
$658
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St. Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE) to Clearwater Beach - Arrival Private Transfer:
$75
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St. Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE) to St. Petersburg - Arrival Private Transfer:
$37
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St. Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE) to St. Petersburg - Roundtrip Private Transfer:
$147
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St.Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE) to Clearwater Beach -Roundtrip Private Transfer:
$72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Louis
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Louis:
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Private Arrival Transfer Lambert Saint Louis Airport STL:
$20
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Private Departure Transfer to Lambert Saint Louis Airport STL:
$20
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STL - St Louis International Airport Ground Transfer to/from Your Hotel:
$126
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STL - St. Louis Lambert Int'l Airport Round Trip Car Transfer to/from Your Hotel:
$306
Is it cheaper to fly into Clearwater or Saint Louis?
Prices for flights to both Saint Louis and Clearwater 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.
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Saint Louis typically cost an average of $37 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Clearwater
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Clearwater are as follows:
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Beach Cruiser Bicycle:
$15
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Journey through Space Simulator Experience:
$15
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Clearwater Encounters with Dolphins Tour:
$20
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Dolphin Sightseeing Tour of Clearwater Beach with Free Ice Cream:
$21
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Clearwater Daytime Yacht Music Cruise with Optional Dining:
$22
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Clearwater Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining:
$22
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Adventure Boat in Clearwater Beach:
$23
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Sea Screamer Dolphin Tour Boat Ride Ticket:
$25
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Sunset Cruise from Clearwater:
$27
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Clearwater Dolphin-Watching Tour:
$27
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Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach:
$32
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Calypso Queen Tropical Party Buffet Cruise:
$35
Typical Entertainment prices in Saint Louis
Here are a few typical costs in Saint Louis for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Gateway Arch parking
$6.00
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Saint Louis may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $15 per day on alcoholic beverages.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Clearwater and Saint Louis, we can see that Clearwater is more expensive. And not only is Saint Louis much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint Louis would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint Louis 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 Clearwater would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Clearwater than you might in Saint Louis.
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