Which place is cheaper, Quebec or Maine?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Maine or Quebec?
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 Maine and Quebec can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Maine or Quebec?
Maine
The U.S. state of Maine is situated in the northeastern most region of the country. While it is known for its rugged rocky coastline and maritime history, the state also has a landscape of rolling mountains carpeted in thick pine forests, with many peaceful lakes popular with visitors seeking a close to nature kind of getaway. The capital city is Augusta, though the most populous is Portland, which has much to offer in sightseeing attractions and activities.
Quebec
The culture and history of Europe is alive and well in North America. The largest province in Canada, Quebec, was a French colony from the time of Jacques Cartier in 1534 until 1760. Today, it is the only province in Canada where French is the official language. With the second largest population in the country, approximately 6.4 million, or 80% of the people speak French as their native language.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMaine $0.00Quebec $169
The average daily cost (per person) in Maine is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Quebec is $169. 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 Maine and Quebec in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMaine -Quebec $112
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMaine $0.00Quebec $224
Compare Hotels in Maine and Quebec
Looking for a hotel in Maine or Quebec? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Maine -Quebec $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maine
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maine:
- Portland Jetport (PWM) to Portland - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $165
- Portland to Portland Jetport (PWM) - Departure Private Transfer: $82
- Private Transfer from Bangor Airport(BGR) to Rockland Cruise Port: $69
- Private Transfer from Bangor city hotels to Rockland Cruise Port: $69
- Private Transfer from Portland Port to Portland Jetport (PWM): $42
- Private Transfer from Portland Jetport (PWM) to Portland Port: $42
- Private Transfer from Portland Cruise Port to Portland city: $42
- Private Transfer from Portland city to Portland Cruise Port: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec
Also for Quebec, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $36
- Private Transfer: Montreal City Center to Pierre E.T. Airport-YUL: $48
- Private Transfer from Jean Lesage Airport to Québec City: $51
- Private Transfer from Québec City to Jean Lesage Airport: $51
- Le Terminal Cruise Port to Québec Airport YQB Departure Transfer: $57
- Le Terminal Quebec Port to Québec Airport (YQB) - Departure Private Transfer: $57
- Québec Airport (YQB) to Le Terminal Cruise Port -Arrival Transfer: $57
- Private One-way Montreal Airport Transfer To/From Montreal: $58
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montreal CityCenter- to Montreal Airport (YUL): $67
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Quebec Airport (YQB) - Quebec City Center: $71
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $82
- Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Maine or Quebec?
Prices for flights to both Quebec and Maine 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 dayMaine -Quebec $37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec
For Quebec, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $103
- Quebec City: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Quebec City: Old Quebec 5-Course Gourmet Food Tour: $189
- Combo Historical and Food Tour of the Old Quebec City: $192
- Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City: $192
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Maine -Quebec $23
Tours and Activities in Maine
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Maine are as follows:
- 2 Hours | Portland, Maine Black History Walking Tour: $49
- 2 Hours | Portland, Maine Hidden Histories Walking Tour: $49
- 90 Minutes Ghost Walking Tour in Kennebunkport: $30
- 90-minute Ghost Walking Tour in Bar Harbor: $30
- A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland: $49
- Acadia Full Day Small Group Tour: $299
- Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour: $25
- Acadia's Ocean Path Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $15
- Acadia: Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Tour: $12
- Around The Peninsula Bike Tour: $79
- Audio Guided Walking Tour from Old Port of Portland, Maine: $6.75
Tours and Activities in Quebec
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Quebec.
- Old Québec: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Quebec City: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.28
- Quebec City: City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.28
- Montréal's Mile End to Outremont: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Québec City: Artillery Park Tour: $6.58
- Walking Tour: Crimes, Revelations & Anecdotes in Quebec: $6.69
- APP Self-Guided Tours Quebec with Audioguide: $8.74
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.74
- Québec City: Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux Guided Site Tour: $8.77
- Uncover History of Quebec City: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Uncover History of Quebec City: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Quebec City: Observatoire de la Capitale Entry Ticket: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMaine -Quebec $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec:
- Quebec City: Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $21
- Quebec City: Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour: $50
- Quebec City: Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $91
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $92
- Quebec City : eTandem Rental on Ile d'Orleans-wine tasting: $116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maine and Quebec, we can see that Quebec is more expensive. And not only is Maine much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Maine would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Maine 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 Quebec would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quebec than you might in Maine.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maine Expensive? and Is Quebec Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Maine or Quebec?
Quebec has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Maine. When comparing the sizes of Maine and Quebec, 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.
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