How much does a one-week (7 days) trip to Columbus cost?

A one week trip to Columbus costs $1,103 per person on average. This information comes from the actual expenses of travelers and includes accommodation, food, local transportation, sightseeing, and other typical travel costs.

How much does a two-week (14 days) trip to Columbus cost?

Two weeks in Columbus costs $2,206 per person on average. This information comes from the actual expenses of travelers and includes accommodation, food, local transportation, sightseeing, and other typical travel costs.

How much does a one-month (4 weeks) trip to Columbus cost?

One month in Columbus costs $4,726 per person on average. This information comes from the actual expenses of travelers and includes accommodation, food, local transportation, sightseeing, and other typical travel costs.

How much do hotels cost in Columbus?

The average daily cost per person, per day for Accommodation in Columbus is $72

How much does transportation cost in Columbus?

The average daily cost per person, per day for Transportation in Columbus is $50

How much does food cost in Columbus?

The average daily cost per person, per day for Food in Columbus is $49

How much do alcoholic beverages cost in Columbus?

The average daily cost per person, per day for Alcohol in Columbus is $20

Columbus Travel Cost - Average Price of a Vacation to Columbus: Food & Meal Budget, Daily & Weekly Expenses

Q: How much does it cost to travel to Columbus?

$158 is the average daily price for traveling in Columbus. The average price of meals in Columbus for one day is $49. The average price of local transportation in Columbus for one day is $50. The average price of a hotel in Columbus for a couple is $144.

How much does it cost to travel to Columbus?

You should plan to spend around $158 per day on your vacation in Columbus. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

$49 on meals
$50 on local transportation
$144 on hotels

A one week trip to Columbus for two people costs, on average, $2,206. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

Travel Style:
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

$158

One Week Per person

$1,103
2 Weeks Per person

$2,206
One Month Per person

$4,726
One Week For a couple

$2,206
2 Weeks For a couple

$4,411
One Month For a couple

$9,453

This data comes from the travel budgets of real travelers - How it works. .

How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Columbus cost?

A one week trip to Columbus usually costs around $1,103 for one person and $2,206 for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Columbus on average costs around $2,206 for one person and $4,411 for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Columbus will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Columbus on average costs around $4,726 for one person and $9,453 for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.

Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Columbus has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Columbus expensive to visit?

Prices in Columbus are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.

Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Columbus is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Cody, Wyoming or Marathon.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Columbus Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Columbus?

The average Columbus trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Columbus travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.

Category	Cost
Accommodation ¹ (Double Occupancy)	$144
Local Transportation ¹	$50
Food ²	$49
Entertainment ¹	$46
Alcohol ²	$10 - 30

Accommodation Budget in Columbus

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Columbus is $72. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Columbus is $144. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.

Accommodation¹ Hotel or hostel for one person

$72
Accommodation¹ Typical double-occupancy room

$144

Hotel Prices in Columbus

Looking for a hotel in Columbus? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Transportation Budget in Columbus

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The cost of a taxi ride in Columbus is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $50 per person, per day, on local transportation in Columbus.
Transportation¹ Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

$50

Flights to Columbus

How much does it cost to go to Columbus? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.

Rental Cars in Columbus

The price of renting a car in Columbus will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.

Food Budget in Columbus

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

While meal prices in Columbus can vary, the average cost of food in Columbus is $49 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Columbus should cost around $20 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Columbus is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
Food² Meals for one day

$49

Entertainment Budget in Columbus

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

Entertainment and activities in Columbus typically cost an average of $46 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Entertainment¹ Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

$46

Recommended Activities

Alcohol Budget in Columbus

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average person spends about $20 on alcoholic beverages in Columbus per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Alcohol² Drinks for one day

$20

Columbus On a Budget

Columbus, Ohio

The capital city of Ohio, Columbus sits at the meeting point of America's Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Plains. It is also home of Ohio State University, which is a major financial and economic force in the city. While not always famous for it's sights and attractions, visitors will be pleasantly surprised by what they find here.

Neighborhoods

Perhaps the more pedestrian friendly area in the city is High Street, which travels from the north near Clintonville to Merion Village in the south. You can also walk around much of the downtown area where you will find a large number of the city's attractions. If you're looking for a walking tour, consider the Columbus Landmarks Foundation which offers fairly comprehensive and informative tours of the area. For more ideas, check out this terrific guide covering things to do in Columbus.

Activities

Columbus plays host to some great festivals throughout the year, and if you're lucky enough to be in town for a festival, it's a great way to experience the city. Some popular options are the Asian Festival, the Columbus Arts Festival, the Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest, Festival Latino, the German Village Oktoberfest, and Good Guys Columbus.

Food and Dining

As a large city, you'll find plenty of restaurants around town that cater to all budgets and tastes. If you're looking for something cheap your best options are likely burger joints, Chinese take out, and the limitless fast food chains around town. Mid range restaurants will offer a great variety and a higher quality of food. Some good options include Japanese, Ethiopian, Italian, and German. If you're looking to splurge, there are some great high end restaurants around town, but do note that many will require a reservation if you're planning to dine on a weekend night. There are some great bars in town as well, many of which are in the university area. If you're looking for a place to grab a beer or listen to some life music, you should easily find some good venues.

Transportation

You'll likely need a car to navigate the city, although there is a bus system, COTA, which can take you to some of Columbus' highlights. Parking is generally available, although in some downtown areas you must pay to park.

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