Which place is cheaper, Pueblo or Myrtle Beach?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach and Pueblo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Myrtle Beach or Pueblo?
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular and touristy beach destinations on the South Atlantic coast. It's a popular spring break destination for college kids and there is no shortage of hotels and entertainment options along the beach front. It's also well known as a golfing destination, and it has some wonderful seafood restaurants and shopping areas. If you're looking for a natural, relaxed beach destination, Myrtle Beach is not your best option, but if you're looking for the thrills of club hopping, wonderful food options, and souvenir shopping opportunities, then Myrtle Beach is where it's at.
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 Coach Bus Tours in United States of America, The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMyrtle Beach $173Pueblo $284
The average daily cost (per person) in Myrtle Beach is $173, while the average daily cost in Pueblo is $284. 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 Myrtle Beach and Pueblo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMyrtle Beach $88Pueblo $276
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMyrtle Beach $176Pueblo $552
Compare Hotels in Myrtle Beach and Pueblo
Looking for a hotel in Myrtle Beach 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: Myrtle Beach Hotel Prices and Pueblo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Myrtle Beach $24Pueblo -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Myrtle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Myrtle Beach:
- Private Departure Transfer to Myrtle Beach Airport (MYR): $36
- Private Arrival Transfer from Myrtle Beach Airport MYR: $36
- Myrtle Beach to Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) to Myrtle Beach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Myrtle Beach or Pueblo?
Prices for flights to both Pueblo and Myrtle Beach 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 dayMyrtle Beach $56Pueblo $7.64
Typical Food Prices in Myrtle Beach
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Myrtle Beach:
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Dinner for Two$49
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Diner Breakfast for Two$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Myrtle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Myrtle Beach.
- Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Myrtle Beach: $50
- Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Ticket in Myrtle Beach: $67
- North Dinner Cruise on a Paddle Wheel Boat: $70
- Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Myrtle Beach $46Pueblo -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Myrtle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Myrtle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Mini Golf for Two$18
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Beach Chairs$15
Tours and Activities in Myrtle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Myrtle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience Myrtle Beach, SC: $15
- Ghosts and Pirates Haunted City Walking Tour: $26
- Murrells Inlet: Scenic Sunset Cruise: $29
- Myrtle Beach Ghosts Tour: $30
- Murrells Inlet: Saltwater Marsh Shelling & Eco Tour: $32
- Myrtle Beach Military History Trolley Tour: $40
- Myrtle Beach Area Ghosts, Pirates and Historic Families Trolley Tour: $40
- The Comedy Shoppe at Wonders Theatre Ticket: $40
- Early Myrtle Beach History and The WWII Years Trolley Tour: $40
- Myrtle Beach History, Movies and Music Trolley Tour: $40
- Waccamaw River Nature and Wildlife Tour: $41
- Escape Room Game Entry Ticket with Host: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMyrtle Beach $16Pueblo -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Myrtle Beach and Pueblo, we can see that Pueblo is more expensive. And not only is Myrtle Beach much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Myrtle Beach would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Myrtle Beach Expensive? and Is Pueblo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Myrtle Beach or Pueblo?
Pueblo has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Myrtle Beach. When comparing the sizes of Myrtle Beach 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.