Which place is cheaper, Bryce Canyon National Park or Saint John?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint John or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Saint John and Bryce Canyon National Park. 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, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Saint John or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
Bryce Canyon National Park
As one of Utah's most popular national parks, Bryce Canyon National Park is over 35,000 acres of breathtaking geological wonders. While it's not actually a canyon, Bryce Canyon is a giant natural amphitheater created by years of erosion.
With 200 miles of visibility, world-class air quality and near-perfect weather from April until October, it's easy to see why this park attracts over one million visitors every year. The series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters includes rocks of many colors and unique formations such as slot canyons and spires known as "hoodoos."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John $192Bryce Canyon National Park $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John is $192, while the average daily cost in Bryce Canyon National Park is $135. 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 Saint John and Bryce Canyon National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John $106Bryce Canyon National Park $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John $212Bryce Canyon National Park $134
Compare Hotels in Saint John and Bryce Canyon National Park
Looking for a hotel in Saint John or Bryce Canyon National Park? 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: Bryce Canyon National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John $49Bryce Canyon National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John or Bryce Canyon National Park?
Prices for flights to both Bryce Canyon National Park and Saint John 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 daySaint John $56Bryce Canyon National Park $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John $23Bryce Canyon National Park $30
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
- USVI: Island & Beach Tours in St. Thomas & St. John (2 Days): $199
Tours and Activities in Bryce Canyon National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bryce Canyon National Park.
- The Beauty of Full-Day Audio Driving Private Tour: $7.19
- Full-Day Private Scenic Byway 12 Audio Driving Tour : $8.99
- Bryce Canyon National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks Self-Driving Bundle Tour : $25
- Scenic Tour of Bryce Canyon: $69
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah 1.5 Hour Ride: $80
- Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide: $105
- Bryce Canyon E-bike Tour : $105
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah Half Day Ride: $110
- Hiking Experience in Bryce Canyon National Park: $120
- Ruby's Horseback Adventures Utah Thunder Mt. 4 Hour Ride: $120
- Peekaboo, Spooky and Dry Fork Slot Canyon Tour: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John $44Bryce Canyon National Park $6.78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John and Bryce Canyon National Park, we can see that Saint John is more expensive. And not only is Bryce Canyon National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John is in Caribbean Islands and Bryce Canyon National Park is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bryce Canyon National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bryce Canyon National Park 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 Saint John would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John than you might in Bryce Canyon National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint John Expensive? and Is Bryce Canyon National Park Expensive?.
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.