Jasper car hire

When considering car hire in Jasper in terms of car type, some people suggest a 4WD, but locals say that this is not necessary; any car will do. If it is winter when you travel, perhaps an SUV would be a good idea, but otherwise, choose a car that will comfortably fit your luggage. An SUV will give you a better view of the scenery, though.

You will see the speed limits signposted throughout the park. The general rule is 90 km/h on major roads and 60 km/h on secondary roads. The speed limit within the town of Jasper is 50 km/h, except for school and playground zones, which are 30 km/h. If you are driving in winter, be careful of black ice and drive slower in snowy conditions.

Parking in Jasper National Park is free. You can find three big car parks on Connaught Drive, which allow you to park for up to three days. On-street parking usually has a time limit of 2h. If you’re keen on hiking, there are various trailhead car parks in the area, including Wabasso Lake Trailhead Parking, Portal Creek Trailhead Parking and Maligne Canyon & Lookout Trailhead Parking. It's also a good idea to look for accommodation that provides secure parking for your hire car overnight.

Car hire companies onsite at Edmonton airport include Dollar, Avis and Thrifty.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Edmonton airport to off-airport locations include Avis and Thrifty.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

A Standard car hire in Jasper costs $168 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Jasper costs $256 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Jasper costs $47 per day, on average.