The Alaska Railroad operates year-round, regularly scheduled passenger service connecting Southcentral and Interior Alaska.
How much does it cost to take the train from Fairbanks to Anchorage?
Fares
| Route | Adventure Class Adult/Child (2-11) (VALUE PRICING) | GoldStar Service Adult/Child (2-11) (VALUE PRICING) |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks to Anchorage | $205/103 | $405/242 (B) (L) (D) |
| Fairbanks to Wasilla | $205/103 | $405/242 (B) (L) (D) |
| Fairbanks to Talkeetna | $123/62 | $265/155 (B) (L) |
| Fairbanks to Denali | $64/32 | $153/90 (B) |
How much is the train ride from Anchorage to Denali?
Anchorage to Denali costs around $171 in Adventure class or $314 in Goldstar class. In the private high-level dome cars it costs around $189 for Wilderness Express or $218 for McKinley Explorer.
Is there a passenger train from Anchorage to Fairbanks?
The railroad’s prized Denali Star train runs the scenic 350-mile route from Anchorage to Fairbanks once daily. After passengers board and settle into comfortable seats in either Adventure Class or GoldStar Dome cars, the train promptly departs the historic Anchorage Depot.
Do you have to wear a mask on the Alaska Railroad?
Face coverings are required by federal law to enter Alaska Railroad depots and ride trains. Children under the age of two, and passengers who cannot wear a mask because of a disability are exempt from the mask requirement. Communicate a mask exemption to us prior to travel by calling 800.544. 0552.
How long is the train ride from Anchorage to Denali?
8 hours
Denali National Park. The train takes 8 hours from Anchorage to Denali, and 4 hours from Fairbanks.
How long is the train ride from Fairbanks to Denali?
4 hours
The train takes 8 hours from Anchorage to Denali, and 4 hours from Fairbanks.
Is there a train from lower 48 to Alaska?
The Alaska Railroad has amazing trips connecting Anchorage to Seward, Whittier, Talkeetna, Denali National Park and Fairbanks. You can learn more about railroad tours throughout Alaska. The Alaska Marine Highway System is a state-operated ferry system. Many ships and routes make up the system.
How long is the train ride from Anchorage to Denali National Park?
Does the Alaska Railroad have sleeper cars?
No, the Alaska Railroad does not connect to other railroads. Does the Alaska Railroad have sleeper cars? No. Overnight options are available through Alaska Railroad’s many tour and hotel partners.
Is Fairbanks worth visiting?
Absolutely Fairbanks it is worth visiting. Local attractions include: Pioneer Park. Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.
Can you smoke on Alaska Railroad?
No. Smoking is not permitted on any Alaska Railroad train. Passengers may smoke in designated smoking areas outside the depots prior to boarding the train. Passengers traveling on board the Denali Star may disembark for a few minutes at the Talkeetna and/or Denali depots while we board new passengers.
What is the best train trip in Alaska?
Most people that have traveled the entire Alaska Railroad system would likely agree that either the Denali Star route between Anchorage and Denali or the Coastal Classic Route between Anchorage and Seward is the most scenic. On a clear day, it hard to top the views of Mt. Denali from the train.
What trains are in Alaska?
The Alaska Railroad operates three primary trains during the summer months… the Denali Star, Coastal Classic to Seward, and the Glacier Discovery to Whittier. On the first two routes you can choose from two levels of service, either the standard Adventure Class or the luxurious GoldStar Dome cars.
Does Amtrak go to Alaska?
The state of Alaska is the third state where Amtrak doesn’t go, you are planning to travel to Alaska via train, you can get as far as Seattle, from where you might need to get a ferry or a plane to reach Alaska.
Is there a train ride in Alaska?
No, unfortunately, you cannot. The Alaska Railroad operates in south central and interior Alaska, from Seward to Fairbanks . There is no connection to the rail system in Canada. You may hear about another railway in Alaska called the White Pass and Yukon Route .
