Which place is cheaper, Edmonton or Richmond?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Richmond or Edmonton?
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 Richmond and Edmonton can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Richmond or Edmonton?
Richmond
One of the oldest American cities, Richmond was established in 1607 by English settlers led by Captain Christopher Newport and Captain John Smith. During the Civil War it existed as the capital of the Confederacy, and today it remains the capital of the U.S. state of Virginia. There are many historic sights to see and museums to explore, as well as plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Edmonton
The capital of Alberta, Canada, Edmonton has a population of just over one million people in its metropolitan area. It is also North America's northernmost city of this large size. It's a beautiful place to visit because of the North Saskatchewan River Valley which has over one hundred kilometers of hiking trails, wildlife spotting, and overlooks. The valley has a string of parks which are wonderful to visit. In addition to the beautiful outdoor setting and activities, Edmonton also offers the largest shopping mall in North America, West Edmonton Mall. It's also a city with a lot of culture including a lively theater scene, many different festivals, and no shortage of sporting events that you could attend.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Photography Tours in United States of America, The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, The Best Contiki Tours to Canada, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRichmond $161Edmonton $179
The average daily cost (per person) in Richmond is $161, while the average daily cost in Edmonton is $179. 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 Richmond and Edmonton in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRichmond $101Edmonton $101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRichmond $202Edmonton $202
Compare Hotels in Richmond and Edmonton
Looking for a hotel in Richmond or Edmonton? 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: Richmond Hotel Prices and Edmonton Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Richmond $72Edmonton $79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Richmond
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Richmond:
- Richmond Airport (RIC) to Richmond city - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Richmond City to Richmond Airport (RIC) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Richmond Airport (RIC) to Richmond City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edmonton
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Edmonton:
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotels to Edmonton Airport: $43
- Edmonton to Edmonton Airport (YEG) - Departure Private Transfer: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Richmond or Edmonton?
Prices for flights to both Edmonton and Richmond 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 dayRichmond $21Edmonton $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Richmond
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Richmond.
- The Carytown Food Tour in Richmond: $80
- Church Hill Food Tour in Richmond, VA: $80
- Church Hill Food Tour: $80
- Trendy Carytown Food Tour: $80
- Arts District Food Tour in Richmond: $85
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $85
- Delicious Pizza & Ice Cream Tour of Richmond: $90
- Pizza & Ice Cream Tour: $90
Typical Food Prices in Edmonton
Some typical examples of dining costs in Edmonton are as follows:
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Snacks$7.26
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Richmond $13Edmonton $91
Tours and Activities in Richmond
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Richmond are as follows:
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by 3Quest Challenge: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by Wacky Walks: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Richmond by Crazy Dash: $10
- Hollywood Cemetery Tour Richmond Lore and Civil War: $24
- Church Hill Chillers Ghost Tour: $25
- Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour: $26
- Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour: $30
- Court End Walking Ghost Tour: $30
- Monroe Park Campus Walking Ghost Tour: $30
- Church Hill Guided Ghost Tour: $30
- Downtown & Capitol Square Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $30
- Capitol Hill Ghost Walking Tour with A Guide: $30
Tours and Activities in Edmonton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Edmonton are as follows:
- Discover the Early History of Strathcona with Historic Walking Tour: $4.46
- Edmonton Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Edmonton by Crazy Dash: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- 1-Hour Segway Adventure in Louise McKinney Park: $44
- Edmonton River Valley 60-Minute Segway Adventure: $45
- Edmonton River Valley 90-Minute Segway Adventure: $63
- The Best of Edmonton Walking Tour: $224
- Romantic Tour Around Edmonton For Couples: $224
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRichmond -Edmonton -
Sample the Local Flavors in Richmond
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Richmond:
- Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl : $34
- Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Drink Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl: $74
- Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket: $74
- Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA: $90
Sample the Local Flavors in Edmonton
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Edmonton:
- Edmonton Brewery Tour: $105
When comparing the travel costs between Richmond and Edmonton, we can see that Edmonton 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 Richmond Expensive? and Is Edmonton Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Richmond or Edmonton?
Edmonton has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Richmond. When comparing the sizes of Richmond and Edmonton, 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.