Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way
Make your travel time between Fairbanks and Denali National Park 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.
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Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way
What's included in Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way
(Subject to Option Inclusions)This route starts in Fairbanks, taking you through Interior Alaska with majestic views of the Alaska Range in nearly all directions. Watch for views of Denali as the train winds along Healy Canyon, following the curves of the Nenana River below until you reach Denali National Park. • Depart Fairbanks at 8:20 am • Arrive Denali at 12:10 pm • Explore Denali 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.
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- Optional dining and snack bar
- One-way rail transportation from Fairbanks to Denali
- Comfortable reserved seating
- Alaskan tour guide providing narration throughout journey
- These options can be booked independently or through Alaska Railroad directly after booking.
- Lodging in Denali
- Transportation after arriving in Denali
- Tours and activities in Denali
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infants (0-1) may be added to a reservation as lap children (not requiring a paid, reserved seat) but they must be registered in the booking. To register an infant as a lap child, please indicate so in the “Special Requests” option in the final checkout and include the infant’s name, age and gender.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Check-in one hour prior to the scheduled departure time to receive boarding passes.
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Ticket Redemption
BAGGAGE: Passengers are allowed two checked bags and one carry-on and up to two extra bags for additional fees. No item may weigh over 50 lbs. Special handling fees apply for oversized bags, bicycles, and other recreational equipment. Firearms must be either disassembled (slide or bolt removed) or have a lock (trigger or cable type) installed to prevent operation, and must be in a locked case. Concealed weapons are not permitted onboard. Camping fuel, motor fuel and other hazardous items are not permitted. Animals must be transported in kennels in the baggage car. All bags must have name tags attached. CHECK-IN: Check-in one hour prior to departure time at the ticket counter to receive Boarding Pass. DINING SERVICES: Passengers may choose from a variety of hot and cold meal selections. In dining areas, guests may be seated four to a table on busy days to accommodate all guests onboard. Lighter fare available in the Wilderness Cafe. Onboard purchases may be made with American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa, including debit and gift cards. Cash payments are no longer accepted. SCHEDULES AND FARES: Delays can occur with rail service. We recommend that you do not book your rail arrival and air departure on the same day. The Alaska Railroad will not be responsible for missed connections. Schedules, fares, and tours are subject to change without notice. ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION: The Alaska Railroad will provide the best alternate service available in the event of unforeseen circumstances that may require any part of our service to be altered. ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair lifts are available at all stations. Passenger trains are wheelchair accessible and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accessibility on other connecting modes of transport please check with an agent for details. Service animals are welcome aboard. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Passenger Information and Resources page: https://www.alaskarailroad.com/passenger-information.