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.
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.
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.
When flying to Jasper, you’ll arrive at Edmonton (YEG), which is located 304 km from the city centre.
VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Jasper. The train journey from Jasper to Winnipeg takes 24h 20m and costs around €119 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Mission, expect to pay about €155 for a 25h 15m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jasper, including Rider Express, Red Arrow and Cold Shot. From Calgary, the bus ride to Jasper takes 274 km and will cost you around €109. From Lloydminster, the ticket costs about €91 for a journey of 322 km.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Crimson Jasper and Athabasca Hotel.
Expect to pay €1.33 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 €15.95 and €21.26. The most frequently booked car type in Jasper is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Chrysler 200 or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.