Which place is cheaper, British Columbia or Vermont?
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 Vermont or British Columbia?
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 Vermont and British Columbia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Vermont or British Columbia?
Vermont
Located in the New England region of the United States, Vermont is best known for its quaint towns, maple syrup, stunning fall foliage, and the Green Mountains which offer great opportunities for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
British Columbia
The westernmost province in Canada, British Columbia, is four times the size of Great Britain with less than one tenth of the population. This is due to the vast mountain ranges just ready to be tackled including the Rockies, Selkirks and the Coastal Range. With vibrant cities and ambitious outdoor activities, British Columbia is ready for any traveler.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVermont $305British Columbia $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Vermont is $305, while the average daily cost in British Columbia is $155. 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 Vermont and British Columbia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVermont $140British Columbia $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVermont $280British Columbia $154
Compare Hotels in Vermont and British Columbia
Looking for a hotel in Vermont or British Columbia? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vermont $53British Columbia $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in British Columbia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in British Columbia:
- Field to Calgary Airport (YYC) - Departure Private Transfer: $292
- Whitewater Rafting from Vancouver with Lunch and Transfers: $286
- Private Transfer from Vancouver City to Vancouver (YVR) Airport: $283
- Vancouver Airport YVR Round-Trip Private Transfer by Luxury SUV: $279
- Whistler to Vancouver Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way: $261
- Vancouver Airport (YVR) to Mount Washington - Arrival Transfer: $260
- Vancouver to Whistler Scenic Seaplane Transfer: One Way: $254
- Vancouver International Airport and Cruise Port Private Transfer: $249
- Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Terminal to Richmond BC: $246
- Canada Place Cruise Port to Vancouver hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $231
- Private Vancouver To Whistler Transfer One Way: $215
- Vancouver Airport (YVR) to White Rock - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Vermont or British Columbia?
Prices for flights to both British Columbia and Vermont 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 dayVermont $105British Columbia $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in British Columbia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in British Columbia.
- Victoria: Old Town & Chinatown Local Food Tour with 7 Tastings: $68
- Delicious Donuts & Holiday Cheer: Victoria's Sweetest Food Tour: $70
- Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Food Tour: $82
- Kelowna: #1 Rated Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings and 4 Drinks: $83
- Vancouver Gastown's Elite Walking Food Tour Experience: $92
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $93
- Vancouver Chinatown Elite Food Tour Hidden Gems & Local Tastings: $96
- A Wok Around Granville Island Public Market Food Tour: $108
- Vancouver: Gastown Food Tour with 6 Authentic Local Food Tastings: $113
- Vancouver Foodie Tour: Granville Island Market Food Tour: $118
- Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: $119
- Indulge in a Wine & Food Tour - Cowichan Valley: $121
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vermont $44British Columbia $42
Tours and Activities in Vermont
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vermont.
- Burlington's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Burlington Scavenger Hunt Interactive Experience: $35
- 1 Hour Narrated Burlington Trolley Tour: $37
- Public Daytime Sailing Cruise: $85
- Public Daytime Picnic Boat Cruise: $85
- Public Sunset Sailing Cruise on Lake Champlain: $95
- Public Sunset Picnic Boat Cruise on Lake Champlain: $95
- Shared Foliage Trolley Tour: $100
Tours and Activities in British Columbia
Here are a few actual costs in British Columbia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hour Private Snowmobile Tour in Whistler: $236
- 2 Hour Signature Victoria Pedicab Tour for 2-3 Guests: $113
- 2 Hour Wilderness Adventure Snowmobile Tour in Whistler: $207
- 2 Hours Private Tour of Stanley Park Vancouver: $128
- 2 Hours eBike Whistler Multi-generational Tour with Local Guide: $107
- 24 Hour Hop On Hop Off Double Decker Victoria City Tour: $52
- 2hr City Highlights Private Tour in Victoria BC: $146
- 3.5 hour Sailing Adventure in Nanoose Bay: $144
- 4 Hours Guided Mountain Bike Tour: $257
- 4 Hours Private tour of City of Vancouver.: $287
- 4 Tours Audio Adventure between Whistler & Lake Louise: $22
- 4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca: $129
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVermont $22British Columbia $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Vermont
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Vermont:
- Burlington Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $105
Sample the Local Flavors in British Columbia
Also in British Columbia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Vancouver BC: $15
- Pickle Pub Crawl: Victoria Harbour Ferry Pub Crawl: $47
- Whistler Distillery Tour & Tasting Experience: $80
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour: $86
- North Vancouver Elite Walking Brewery Tour: $93
- Signature Lake Country Wine Tour: $100
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour Led by a Local: $104
- 4-Hour Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting. Wineries of East Kelowna Bench.: $105
- Naramata Half Day Wine Tour (Incl. Tasting Fees & Guide Grat!): $114
- Sunset Sip Wine Tour: $114
- West Kelowna Half-Day Guided Wine Tour With 4 Wineries: $114
- East Kelowna Half-Day Guided Wine Tour With 4 Wineries: $114
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vermont and British Columbia, we can see that Vermont is more expensive. And not only is British Columbia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to British Columbia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in British Columbia 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 Vermont would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vermont than you might in British Columbia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vermont Expensive? and Is British Columbia Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Vermont or British Columbia?
British Columbia has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Vermont. When comparing the sizes of Vermont and British Columbia, 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.