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. Jasper deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Jasper
If you’re looking for affordable options, ALBA Restaurant (610 Patricia St) and Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen (Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Raven Bistro (504 Patricia Street) and The Peacock by The Raven Bistro (610 Patricia St, 2nd Story) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Jasper.
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 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 Saskatoon takes 10h 00m and costs around €61 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winnipeg, expect to pay about €116 for a 24h 20m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jasper, including Red Arrow, Cold Shot and Bus. From Calgary, the bus ride to Jasper takes 170 miles and will cost you around €106. From Fort McMurray, the ticket costs about €65 for a journey of 290 miles.
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 Maligne Lodge.
Where to stay in popular areas of Jasper
Most booked hotels in Jasper
Hiring a car in Jasper
Expect to pay €1.16 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 €13.92 and €18.56. The most frequently booked car type in Jasper is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.