For over 100 years, the Alaska Railroad has connected travelers with many of Alaska’s most popular destinations.
Alaska’s largest city and the hub for Alaska Railroad passenger service.
Served by: Coastal Classic Train, Denali Star Train, Glacier Discovery Train, Hurricane Turn Train (winter only), Aurora Winter Train
Home to Denali, North America’s tallest peak – as well as a healthy population of grizzly bears, moose, caribou, wolves and more.
Served by: Denali Star Train
Known for a vibrant gold rush history, the “Golden Heart City” is the northernmost destination served by the Alaska Railroad.
Served by: Denali Star Train, Aurora Winter Train
A year-round resort town, Girdwood is home to a world-class ski resort and gorgeous glacier and mountain views.
Served by: Coastal Classic Train, Glacier Discovery Train
For the Alaskans who live off the grid in this stretch of roadless backcountry north of Talkeetna, the Alaska Railroad's flagstop service is their sole source of transportation.
Served by: Hurricane Turn Train, Aurora Winter Train
This area at the head of Turnagain Arm is home to an excellent wildlife conservation center, and serves as the final opportunity to board the Glacier Discovery Train before the tracks veer into the backcountry.
Served by: Glacier Discovery Train
This charming seaside town is the southern terminus of the Railbelt and the gateway to spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park, known for incredible glaciers and whale watching.
Served by: Coastal Classic Train
Developed in partnership with the Chugach National Forest Service, this backcountry paradise is only accessible by train.
Served by: Glacier Discovery Train
This quaint village is rich in history and character – and on a clear day, the views of Denali are incredible.
Served by: Denali Star Train, Hurricane Turn Train, Aurora Winter Train
A tiny port town on the far side of a mountain tunnel, Whittier serves as the jumping off point for Prince William Sound – home to massive glaciers and abundant marine wildlife.
Served by: Glacier Discovery Train
