Travel Costs in Spain
All figures are approximate estimates in USD for comparison.
- Budget / day
- $65
- Mid-range / day
- $150
- Luxury / day
- $400
- Budget meal
- $12
- Coffee
- $1.8
- Local transport
- $1.6
- Budget hotel
- $35
- Mid-range hotel
- $95
Overview
Spain is moderately priced by Western European standards, offering good value especially outside major cities like Barcelona and Madrid. Accommodation and dining are the biggest cost drivers, with coastal resort areas and popular tourist destinations commanding noticeably higher prices than rural or inland regions. Overall, travelers find Spain more affordable than France or the UK but slightly pricier than Portugal or Eastern Europe.
Notes
Take advantage of the Spanish tradition of the 'menú del día' — a set lunch menu offering two courses plus bread and a drink for around 10–14 USD, which is far cheaper than ordering à la carte. Traveling by regional bus instead of high-speed rail and staying in smaller cities can also cut costs significantly.