Which place is cheaper, Yellowstone National Park or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Veracruz or Yellowstone National Park?
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 Yellowstone National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Yellowstone National Park?
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.
Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park, Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872. The area is famous for its many geysers, hot springs, and thermal areas. It also has a wide diversity of wildlife and stunning beauty, making it one of the most impressive places you can visit in the United States. The national park takes up an area of about 3,472 square miles and is mostly located within the state of Wyoming. It also touches the states of Idaho and Montana.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $122Yellowstone National Park $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, while the average daily cost in Yellowstone National Park is $147. 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 Yellowstone National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $54Yellowstone National Park $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $108Yellowstone National Park $148
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Yellowstone National Park
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz or Yellowstone 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices and Yellowstone National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $28Yellowstone National Park $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $28
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $32
- Airport Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Yellowstone National Park?
Prices for flights to both Yellowstone National Park 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 $50Yellowstone National Park $46
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $15Yellowstone National Park $34
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour: $7.87
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Veracruz: $8.00
- San Juan de Ulua Fortress Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- San Juan de Ulua Fortress of Veracruz Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium: $22
- From Nature & Seafood Boat Tour to Madinga: $23
- Sightseeing City Tour and Wax & Ripley´s Museums: $25
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $25
- From San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour: $26
- Mandinga And Boat Trip Tour: $26
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $27
- San Juan De Ulua Tour: $29
Tours and Activities in Yellowstone National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Yellowstone National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- West Thumb Geysers Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- 5-Day Winter Yellowstone Wildlife Tour: $3,349
- 6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch: $182
- E-Bike Tours in Yellowstone National Park: $200
- Early Morning Guided Kayak Tour: $125
- Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour: $269
- Grand Prismatic Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features : $135
- Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch: $182
- Self-Guided Grand Teton National Park Driving Tour: $8.99
- Small-Group Sunset Kayaking Tour on Lake Yellowstone : $150
- Yellowstone 3-day Tour Round-trip From Salt Lake City: $1,088
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $17Yellowstone National Park $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Yellowstone National Park, we can see that Yellowstone National Park is more expensive. And not only is Veracruz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Veracruz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Veracruz 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 Yellowstone National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yellowstone National Park than you might in Veracruz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Yellowstone 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.