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Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way

22 Reviews 4.77 out of 5 stars Based on 22 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Fairbanks, USA

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On average, this is booked 32 (14) days in advance.

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Offered in: English

Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Optional dining and snack bar
  • One-way rail transportation from Fairbanks to Denali
  • Comfortable reserved seating
  • These options can be booked independently or through Alaska Railroad directly after booking.
  • Lodging in Denali
  • Transportation after arriving in Denali
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1031 Alaska Railroad Depot Road
Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Parks Highway
Denali National Park and Preserve, AK, USA

What To Expect

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.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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4.77
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Average 4.77 out of 5 stars based on 22 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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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

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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