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, Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen (Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake Road) and Syrahs of Jasper (606 Patricia St.) 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 AED 246 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 617 for a 26h 50m trip. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.
Bus
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 AED 206. From Saskatoon, the ticket costs about AED 514 for a journey of 676 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
Hiring a car in Jasper
Expect to pay AED 5.26 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 AED 63.02 and AED 84.03. The most frequently booked car type in Jasper is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.