Which place is cheaper, Puerto Madryn or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Veracruz or Puerto Madryn?
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 Veracruz and Puerto Madryn can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Puerto Madryn?
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
Puerto Madryn
Puerto Madryn is mostly known as the gateway to Peninsula Valdes, welcoming tourists who come for whale watching. The Peninsula Valdes is a nature reserve designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site; 97 km long and 63 km wide, it is connected to the continent by an isthmus of 35 km from which we can see both gulfs, San Jose at north and the Nuevo at south.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, The Best Camping Tours in Argentina, and The Best Luxury Tours to Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $143Puerto Madryn $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $143, while the average daily cost in Puerto Madryn is $61. 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 Veracruz and Puerto Madryn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $49Puerto Madryn $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $98Puerto Madryn $82
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Puerto Madryn
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz or Puerto Madryn? 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices and Puerto Madryn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $26Puerto Madryn $2.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
- Private Transfer to Veracruz Airport (VER): $18
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Veracruz Airport (VER): $37
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Madryn
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Madryn:
- Puerto Madryn Airport Private Transfer: $216
- From Punta Tombo Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $138
- Trelew Airport Shuttle Transfer To Puerto Madryn : $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Puerto Madryn?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Madryn and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $78Puerto Madryn $7.60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $13Puerto Madryn $45
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- Panoramic Sightseeing Bus City Tour of Veracruz: $8.00
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $23
- Mandinga And Boat Trip Tour: $24
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $25
- San Juan De Ulua Tour: $26
- Veracruz City Tour with San Juan de Ulúa and Mandinga Boat: $46
- Live a Kayak Experience: $85
- Full Day Tour to La Antigua, Cempoala and Quiahuiztlán: $87
- Full Day Tour to Alvarado and Tlacotalpan from Veracruz or Boca del Río: $92
- Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation: $92
- Tour with Certified Guide to Xalapa, Xico and Coatepec: $95
- Full Day Coffee Guided Tour in Coatepec: $98
Tours and Activities in Puerto Madryn
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto Madryn are as follows:
- 3 hour 4x4 tour around Puerto Madryn: $110
- Cruise Shore Exc. Ea San Lorenzo (Penguins) Lunch Included: $159
- Cruise Shore Excursion Ea San Lorenzo Peninsula Valdes - Patagonia - Argentina: $159
- Cruise Shore Excursion Peninsula Valdes - Box Lunch Included: $105
- Cruise Shore Excursion Peninsula Valdes - Pto Madryn - Patagonia - Argentina: $95
- Cruise Shore Excursion Pta Tombo (penguins): $105
- Cruise Shore Excursion Punta Tombo - From Puerto Madryn Patagonia: $120
- Cruise Shore Punta Loma and city overview: $83
- Day trip in an all-terrain vehicle: 4x4 adventure + lunch at a Patagonian ranch: $160
- Dolphin Watching Adventure: $105
- El Doradillo Whale Watching Half-Day Tour from Puerto Madryn: $60
- Exclusive Full Day Tour Penguin Colony in Punta Tombo from Madryn: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $16Puerto Madryn $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Puerto Madryn, we can see that Veracruz is more expensive. And not only is Puerto Madryn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Veracruz is in North America and Puerto Madryn is in South 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 Puerto Madryn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto Madryn 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 Veracruz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Veracruz than you might in Puerto Madryn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Puerto Madryn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Puerto Madryn?
Veracruz has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Puerto Madryn. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz and Puerto Madryn, 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.
When is the best time to visit Veracruz or Puerto Madryn?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Puerto Madryn is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Veracruz has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Veracruz or Puerto Madryn in the Summer?
Both Puerto Madryn and Veracruz during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Veracruz is a little warmer than Puerto Madryn. Typically, the summer temperatures in Veracruz in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Puerto Madryn averages at about 22°C (71°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Veracruz. Veracruz usually gets more rain in July than Puerto Madrynin January. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryVeracruz 27°C (81°F)Puerto Madryn 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Puerto Madryn in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Veracruz and Puerto Madryn.
In October, Veracruz is generally much warmer than Puerto Madrynin April. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 26°C (79°F), and Puerto Madryn fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Veracruz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Veracruz usually receives more rain than Puerto Madrynin April. Veracruz gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilVeracruz 26°C (79°F)Puerto Madryn 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Puerto Madryn in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Puerto Madryn.
Veracruz is much warmer than Puerto Madryn in the winter. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 21°C (71°F) in January, and Puerto Madryn fluctuates around 7°C (45°F)in July.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Puerto Madryn. In the winter, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Puerto Madrynin July. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Puerto Madryn receives 209 hours of full sun.
Veracruz usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Puerto Madrynin July. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyVeracruz 21°C (71°F)Puerto Madryn 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Puerto Madryn in the Spring?
Both Puerto Madryn and Veracruz are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Veracruz is much warmer than Puerto Madryn. Typically, the spring temperatures in Veracruz in April average around 26°C (78°F), and Puerto Madryn averages at about 14°C (58°F)in October.
In April, Veracruz usually receives around the same amount of rain as Puerto Madrynin October. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberVeracruz 26°C (78°F)Puerto Madryn 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Puerto Madryn and Veracruz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
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