Top Alaska Rail Transfers

Riding the Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star Train from Fairbanks, just getting to the national park is a grand adventure. Over roughly four hours, you’ll take in one of the country’s most scenic train routes from your reserved seat, learning about Alaskan history from your onboard guide. At the terminus, you’re dropped off adjacent to the visitor center, where you can start your Denali exploration.

Skip the hassle of driving and take the most scenic and relaxing route to Denali National Park by traveling aboard Alaska Railroad's flagship train, the Denali Star. Soak up the views and learn all about the landscape from your guide.

After spending time exploring the coastal city of Seward, take a relaxing train ride to your next destination, Anchorage. This evening train ride travels through rugged mountain landscapes and scenic coastline on a spacious train car. Easily take in the views with large, panoramic windows and open vestibules. The Alaska Railroad is only open during the summer months, providing plenty of sunlight to enjoy your ride.

Discover the picturesque scenery of Alaska aboard the Coastal Classic Train from Anchorage to Seward. Travel along the rugged coastline of the Turnagain Arm and then through Alaskan backcountry wilderness and watch for views of glaciers, steep river canyons, and waterfalls during the journey. The train arrives in Seward early in the day, leaving plenty of time to explore on your own or book other excursions.

Make your journey to Fairbanks unforgettable with just one train ticket. Hop aboard the Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star Train, grab your reserved seat, and watch the landscapes of the Last Frontier unfold before your eyes. Guides narrate the roughly four-hour journey, and when you arrive, you’ll be dropped off right in Fairbanks, ready to explore.

Make the most of your journey from Denali to Anchorage on a train ride that displays Alaska’s iconic landscapes through large windows. While it is hard to take in all of the surrounding scenery if you drive yourself, by taking the train you can relax and watch the rivers, lakes, and wildlife chug by. Plus, with a guide to narrate the trip, you don’t miss any of the details.