Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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, Stone Peak Restaurant - Overlander Mountain Lodge (27010 Hwy 16 W) and Hearthstone Lounge (76 Connaught Dr) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Raven Bistro (504 Patricia Street) and Earls Kitchen + Bar - Jasper (600 Patricia Street, 2nd Floor) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Jasper.

When to visit Jasper

Jasper in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jasper in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 164
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 189 miles from the city centre

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Jasper. The train journey from Jasper to Vancouver takes 26h 50m and costs around C$ 313 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about C$ 501 for a 60h 55m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Jasper is to pick up a car rental from Edmonton, which is about 196 miles from Jasper. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Edmonton.

Plane

When flying to Jasper, you’ll arrive at Edmonton (YEG), which is located 189 miles from the city centre

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Jasper. The train journey from Jasper to Vancouver takes 26h 50m and costs around C$ 313 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about C$ 501 for a 60h 55m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Jasper is to pick up a car rental from Edmonton, which is about 196 miles from Jasper. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Edmonton.

Airports near Jasper

YEGEdmonton

Airlines serving Jasper

KLM
Good (1,495 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,912 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,872 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,565 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,572 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,554 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,384 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,198 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,271 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,221 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (200 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Jasper

Most booked hotels in Jasper

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Wyndham Garden Edmonton Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 119+
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Pyramid Lake Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 212+
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Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
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Chateau Jasper
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 156+
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Forest Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 122+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Edmonton International Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 93+
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Renting a car in Jasper

Renting a car in Jasper costs C$ 96 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Edmonton.

Expect to pay C$ 1.97 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$ 23.59 and C$ 31.45. Compact (Class Compact Crossover or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Jasper, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Jasper costs C$ 96 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Edmonton.

Expect to pay C$ 1.97 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$ 23.59 and C$ 31.45. Compact (Class Compact Crossover or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Jasper, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Jasper

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 36/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 adults, 3 Bags

C$ 38/day

Intermediate
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