Which place is cheaper, Jasper National Park or Saint Louis?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint Louis or Jasper 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 Louis and Jasper 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 Louis or Jasper National Park?
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.
Jasper National Park
An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jasper National Park, located in Canada's Alberta Province, is one of a few national and provincial parks that showcase the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in United States of America, The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America, The Best Luxury Tours to Canada, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint Louis $184Jasper National Park $82
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint Louis is $184, while the average daily cost in Jasper National Park is $82. 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 Louis and Jasper National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint Louis $101Jasper National Park $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint Louis $202Jasper National Park $90
Compare Hotels in Saint Louis and Jasper National Park
Looking for a hotel in Saint Louis or Jasper 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: Saint Louis Hotel Prices and Jasper National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint Louis $26Jasper National Park $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Louis
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Louis:
- Arrival transfer St. Louis Airport STL to St. Louis by Car or SUV: $115
- Departure Transfer St. Louis to St. Louis Airport by Car or SUV: $115
- Private Transfer from Port Louis Airport (MRU) to Port Louis Port: $76
- Private Transfer in Saint Louis, MO (STL): $65
- Private Transfers for Departure from Queens to JFK Airport: $29
- St. Louis City to St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL) - Departure Private Transfer: $65
- St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL) to St. Louis City - Arrival Private Transfer: $66
- St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL) to St. Louis City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jasper National Park
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jasper National Park are as follows:
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Park Pass$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jasper National Park
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jasper National Park:
- Jasper Thermal Resorts to Calgary Airport YYC Departure Transfer: $170
- Jasper Thermal to Edmonton Airport (YEG) Departure Transfer: $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint Louis or Jasper National Park?
Prices for flights to both Jasper National Park and Saint Louis 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 Louis $54Jasper National Park $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Louis
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Louis.
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - St. Louis, MO: $86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jasper National Park
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jasper National Park.
- Half-Day Jasper Culture Food Tour: $107
- Peak Nic - A hike and an outdoor cooking lesson: $119
- 4-Hours E-Bike Food Tour : $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint Louis $46Jasper National Park $7.75
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
Tours and Activities in Saint Louis
Here are a few actual costs in Saint Louis for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Interstate 55: A Self-Guided Driving Tour: $5.20
- St Louis Cardinals Baseball Game Ticket at Busch Stadium: $8.66
- Landmarks Downtown-East Walking Tour: $15
- Landmarks Downtown-West Walking Tour: $15
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in St. Louis by Zombie Scavengers: $20
- Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour: $25
- True Crime Walking Tour in Soulard Neighbourhood: $30
- St. Louis Narrated Trolley Tour: $30
- Private Gastronomy Barbecue Tour in St. Louis: $125
- St. Louis Arch and River Cruise Small Group Walking Tour: $144
- Best of St. Louis Small Group Tour w/St Louis Arch & River Cruise: $174
- Romantic Tour in The City of Love: $175
Tours and Activities in Jasper National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Jasper National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Icefields Parkway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Live Theater Show Ticket 'From Jasper with love': $24
- From Jasper: Jasper National Park Wildlife Discovery Tour: $53
- Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour : $54
- Maligne Canyon Hiking Tour: $60
- Morning Jasper National Park Wildlife Tour: $64
- Jasper Evening Wildlife Tour: $64
- Winter Wildlife Discovery Tour: $64
- Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island: $64
- Maligne Lake Cruise: $67
- Jasper Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Lake Hike: $72
- Class 3 Sunwapta River Rafting Adventure in Jasper: $94
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint Louis $19Jasper National Park $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Louis
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Saint Louis:
- The Haunted Lemp Brewery Bottle Works Tour: $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint Louis and Jasper National Park, we can see that Saint Louis is more expensive. And not only is Jasper National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jasper National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jasper 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 Louis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Louis than you might in Jasper National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint Louis Expensive? and Is Jasper 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.