Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

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Where to Eat in Jasper

If you’re looking for affordable options, Evil Dave's Grill (86 Connaught Dr) and The Great Hall & Emerald Lounge - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (1 Old Lodge Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Jasper

Jasper in March
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jasper in March
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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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 $124 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $396 for a 26h 50m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

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 $124 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $396 for a 26h 50m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Jasper

YEGEdmonton

Airlines serving Jasper

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,047 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,081 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (381 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jasper

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Athabasca Hotel and Astoria Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jasper

Most booked hotels in Jasper

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The Crimson Jasper
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$159+
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Forest Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$193+
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Chateau Jasper
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$179+
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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$474+
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Tonquin Inn
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$136+
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Hiring a car in Jasper

Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Jasper (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.00 and $31.99. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jasper, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Jasper (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.00 and $31.99. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jasper, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.