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Beyond Anchorage

Anchorage to Whittier Shared Bus Transfer Service

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Anchorage, USA
Popular pick
Booked 5+ times last week!
  • 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket

Why travelers loved this

4.3
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· Jeff_S ·
Aug 2026
Easy to book. Easy to find at the airport. Nice bus and great driver. Beautiful ride to Whittier. Drops off at the cruise terminal.
· Patti_E ·
Jul 2026
Nice clean vehicle. Excellent driver. Very relaxing drive. There is a convenient store and drugstore on the way and driver offered to stop if we needed.

Overview

    What's Included

    • Restroom On Board
    • Spacious Seating
    • Luxury Motorcoach Ride

      Meeting and Pickup

      Pickup point

      • Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
        5000 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502

      Pickup details

      We pickup on the lower arrivals level outside of baggage claim at the Anchorage Ted Stevens International Airport in our Black BAC Premium Motorcoach

      Drop-off point

      • Port of Whittier Deep Water Dock
        Whittier, AK 99693, USA

        Port of Whittier

      What To Expect

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Stroller accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      • Infants must sit on laps
      • Most travelers can participate
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers

      Cancellation Policy

      You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

      Traveler Photos

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      Reviews

      4.3
      based on 28 reviews
      Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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      Nice trip

      Tomasz_A, Sep 2026
      Very comfortable trip, courteous and friendly driver. We had entire large van to ourselves (3 people).

      Underwhelmed

      Kenneth_S, Sep 2026
      Didn't deliver on advertised service. Never greeted anyone on the bus. Never gave any narration on the scenery or Alaska. Technically it was a cab ride with no personality.

      Response from Host, Sep 2026

      Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize that the experience did not meet our expectations or the level of service we strive to provide. We’ll be addressing this with our team to ensure our guests receive a more welcoming and engaging experience moving forward.

      Comfortable way to travel to Whittier.

      Dwight_E, Aug 2026
      Our driver was super courteous, knowledgeable about the area that we drove through and got us to our destination on time. The vehicle was extremely comfortable and clean and neat.

      Great value compared to cruise transfers.

      Jeff_S, Aug 2026
      Easy to book. Easy to find at the airport. Nice bus and great driver. Beautiful ride to Whittier. Drops off at the cruise terminal.

      The driver was late for 1.5hrs

      ZHONG_W, Aug 2026
      the driver was late for 1.5 hrs and didn't contact me until 9am on that day. This affected my trip in Whittier and I lost a valuable cruise tip to see the glaciers. This is my first time to use Viator and maybe the last time!

      Response from Host, Aug 2026

      Your scheduled pick up time was for 9AM. We apologize for any confusion, but we do not offer any transfers at 7:30 AM, as you stated. Please know that you can always reach out to us with questions, as we would have been happy to confirm your pickup time and help alleviate any confusion. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for riding with us.

      Great bus ride.

      Kathleen_B, Aug 2026
      The bus was very comfortable. The bus driver knowledgeable and friendly. The bus got to the pickup site a little early and pick up went very smoothly.

      Poor communication but they made up for it and came back

      Ally, Aug 2026
      Very poor communication with the company. The email was vague on where to meet so I called and they told me the wrong door. I called again when my schedule time was coming up. They told me to wait. I called a third time and they were like oh you’re at the wrong door. I’ll give it to them the bus left without me but came back for me. I feel bad I made everyone 30 minutes late but I did make every effort to get directions from the company

      Private car to Whittier

      Patti_E, Jul 2026
      Nice clean vehicle. Excellent driver. Very relaxing drive. There is a convenient store and drugstore on the way and driver offered to stop if we needed.

      Fantastic

      Mathew_H, Jul 2026
      Great service. Driver was very safe and personable. Van was very clean and conformable. Absolutely no issues it was a great experience.

      Reliable transport to the Whittier port.

      Michael_R, Jul 2026
      The bus was very comfortable and the driver was very professional. I was a little annoyed that we left 20 minutes late waiting for passengers that never showed up, but it all turned out good. We still made the 10:30 tunnel time, so I was on the first group to board the ship at 11:00.

      Shuttle to the cruise port in Whittier

      Linda_S, Jul 2026
      Charles was a great driver. He made sure we got through the tunnel in time and entertained us with stories while we waiting for our turn in the tunnel! Highly recommend.

      Driver was super nice &...

      Steven_R, Jul 2026
      Driver was super nice & gave a nice history talk while we waited for the tunnel Bathroom in back of bus Great views

      Reliable, comfortable transportation between Anchorage and Whittier.

      Gerald_F, Jun 2026
      Reliable, comfortable transportation between Anchorage and Whittier. The bus was convenient and comfortable. The driver shared information about the area and what we saw on the way. I appreciate the fact that she stopped at a scenic lake overlook on the way, instead of just having to sit on the bus, waiting to go through the tunnel.

      Not a good experience from start to finish.

      Michael_G, Jun 2026
      Awful experience from meeting bus, leaving 30 minutes late and having to go into the luggage hold to retrieve our bags and help others get theirs.

      Response from Host, Jun 2026

      Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the delays and frustration you experienced during your trip. This is not the level of service we strive to provide. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. For future trips, we will be ensuring that additional team members are available to assist guests with luggage and help keep the boarding process running smoothly. Your comments are valuable as we continue to improve our operations and guest experience. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience in the future.

      not happy

      Melchior_Z, Jun 2026
      Our bus never showed up..we waited on the second level of the ANK Airport where commercial busses pick up passengers. Got there 20 minutes early and were assured by others we were in the right place. I called the number on our receipt and it wasn't accepting messages. We found an alternate bus option, fortunately, and someone from THE GMX(?) BUS CO CALLED at about 2:20 to say the driver was looking for us. We took the safe route and stayed with the company we rescheduled with. I'd like a refund.

      Response from Host, Jun 2026

      Thank you for your feedback. We're so sorry for the confusion surrounding your pickup. After reviewing the situation, our records show that the shuttle did arrive and the driver attempted to locate and contact you. It appears there may have been a misunderstanding regarding the pickup location, and we're sorry for any frustration this caused. We understand that, given the uncertainty, you chose to make alternate travel arrangements. As a gesture of goodwill, we would be happy to provide a refund. Please contact us directly with your reservation details so we can process it for you. Thank you, and we apologize again for the inconvenience.

      Awesome experience!

      Barbara_B, Jun 2026
      Great experience and wonderful guide. Catered to our needs and allowed us to stop for pictures along the way. Provided information along the trip from Anchorage to Whittier. Would definitely book again!

      My driver was an amazing...

      Paul_R, Jun 2026
      My driver was an amazing guy. Sylvester was as engaging, but also gave me space for the quiet during the nearly 2 hour drive from Anchorage to Whittier. Driving was flawless and smooth. The Sprinter van was plenty comfortable and clean. I can’t recommend this company enough.

      An Enjoyable Start to Our Alaska Trip

      Yingxin_Z, May 2026
      We had a wonderful experience with the 9 AM shuttle service from Anchorage to Whittier on May 23. Our driver was punctual, professional, and made the whole trip very enjoyable. He drove very safely and smoothly throughout the ride, which we really appreciated. He was also very friendly and talkative, sharing lots of interesting stories and information about Alaska’s history, local culture, and the surrounding areas along the way. The scenery was absolutely beautiful, and the ride itself became part of the experience instead of just transportation. Our driver clearly enjoys what he does, and it made a big difference for our trip. Thank you for such a pleasant journey! We truly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend this service to others!

      Great driver

      Tamara_M, May 2026
      We were picked up on time and our driver was amazing. I felt I was on a tour. I learned more about alaska with him tan all my other information sources combined. He is an asset to the company

      The driver was very...

      Mei_H, May 2026
      The driver was very helpful and got to the destination without any issues. Highly recommended this service to others who may want to use this transportation.

      Informative Driver

      Jacky_K, May 2026
      We needed a last minute transfer to the shipyard, and they were most willing to help. They picked us up at the airport. The driver was a wealth of information and was most willing to share his knowledge with the passengers.

      Exceptional service

      Natalie_R, May 2026
      Exceptional service provided by Paul. Timely and convenient. We arrived before train and boarded on the ship early before crowd arrived. Beautiful drive on the way with amazing scenery and pit stop. Funny stories on the way and great company. Outstanding!!!

      Response from Host, May 2026

      Thank you so much for choosing BAC Cruise Connections we are thrilled to hear that you had a nice time. We hope you enjoy your Alaskan cruise!
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