Alaska Railroad Denali to Anchorage One Way

Summary

The route spans two of Alaska’s five geographic regions – Southcentral and Interior Alaska. Just south of Denali National Park, Broad Pass offers majestic views of the Alaska Range in all directions; north of the park, the train winds along Healy Canyon, following the curves of the Nenana River below. North of Talkeetna, the tracks veer away from the road system and into the backcountry Hurricane area; this region offers views of the snaking Indian River, the occasional remote cabin and the expansive sight of Hurricane Gulch from the top of a 296-foot bridge. Traveling between Talkeetna and Anchorage, the train crosses the Knik River with the Chugach Mountains as a backdrop. Just south of Talkeetna, watch for views of Denali rising high above the Susitna River.  • Depart Denali at 12:30 pm • Arrive Anchorage at 8:00 pm • Explore Anchorage on your own, accommodations booked separately and at own expense • (Option for accommodations or additional rail transportation - to be scheduled directly with Alaska Railroad after booking)Snack bar and optional dining available for purchase.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Make your travel time between Denali National Park and Anchorage a highlight of your trip, by booking a ticket aboard the Alaska Railroad's Denali Star Train. Relax in comfortable seats and watch Alaska unfold from large picture windows. Local guides share Alaska history and the stories behind the sights as you travel south. On a clear day, this route offers incredible views of the train’s namesake peak: Denali, the tallest mountain in North America. 

What’s included?

  • One-way rail transportation from Denali to Anchorage

  • Alaskan tour guide providing narration throughout journey

  • Comfortable reserved seating

  • Optional dining and snack bar

  • Lodging in Anchorage

  • Tours and activities in Anchorage

  • Transportation after arriving in Anchorage

  • These options can be booked independently or through Alaska Railroad directly after booking.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas

Please visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Passenger Information and Resources page.

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

Denali Star Train

About operator:

Due to the Covid, The train is only booking at 50% capacity. So, you won’t be jammed up with 600 people. Fellow Alaskans....this is the year to go. They have you mask up (like on a plane). They practice social distancing and sanitation. The best...little tourists. We love

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