Jasper travel guide
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You're Going to Love Jasper
Jasper is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Jasper to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Jasper
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Where to Eat in Jasper
If you’re looking for affordable options, Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen (Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake Road) and Stone Peak Restaurant - Overlander Mountain Lodge (27010 Hwy 16 W) are great picks.
When to visit Jasper
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jasper in July, when the average temperature is 15 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -13 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 65 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jasper, with an average rainfall of 14 mm.
How to Get to Jasper
Plane
When flying to Jasper, you’ll arrive at Edmonton (YEG), which is located 304 km from the city centre
Train
VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Jasper. The train journey from Jasper to Saskatoon takes 10h 00m and costs around C$ 92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about C$ 231 for a 26h 50m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Jasper is to pick up a car rental from Edmonton, which is about 315 km from Jasper. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Edmonton.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jasper, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Calgary, the bus ride to Jasper takes 274 km and will cost you around C$ 36. From Fort McMurray, the ticket costs about C$ 21 for a journey of 467 km.
Airports near Jasper
Airlines serving Jasper
Where to stay in Jasper
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Crimson Jasper and Athabasca Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Jasper
Most booked hotels in Jasper
Renting a car in Jasper
Renting a car in Jasper costs C$ 139 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Edmonton.
Expect to pay C$ 1.89 per litre in Jasper (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 22.67 and C$ 30.22. The most frequently booked car type in Jasper is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Jasper
Intermediate
5 adults, 3 Bags
C$ 82/day
Full-size
5 adults, 2 Bags
C$ 93/day