Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Denali One Way

Overview

How to get to Denali National Park? There’s no finer way to arrive than aboard Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, the Denali Star. Passengers especially appreciate the panoramic views, as on a clear day the route offers incredible views of the train’s namesake peak: Denali, the tallest mountain in North America. We recommend that passengers made advance reservations for accommodations at the Park, as it is not possible to get to and from Denali from Anchorage by rail in the same day. A return rail journey from Denali to Anchorage may be booked separately for a subsequent day.

City: Anchorage

Thu 24 Apr

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $156.00

Make a reservation

Thu 24 Apr

Starting at $156.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (175) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (252) Entry Tickets (96) Sporting Events (4) Good for Small Groups (27) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (113) Walking Tours (705) Outdoor Activities (48) Limitied Availability Tours (29) LGBT Friendly Tours (9) Family-friendly Activities (8) Wildlife Activities (6) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (96) Travelers recommend (174) Good for Groups (32) Top Activities (75) Guided Audio Tours (10) Art, Culture & History (406) Attractions to explore (43) Sustainable Tours (1) Limousine Transfers (5) Donut Walking Tour (2) Virtual Experiences (1) Additional fees (7) DSA non-compliant (17)

What's Included

Optional dining and snack bar

Comfortable reserved seating

Alaskan tour guide providing narration throughout journey

One-way rail transportation from Anchorage to Denali

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (69)

John C

Sep 2018

We took the train from Anchorage to Denali. The train was very nice. Comfortable seating easy to move around. Glass roof and large windows so view was awesome. There were large platforms between cars you could stand on and watch from. The dining area was very nice, the food and service was very good.its was about 9 hour ride but went by fast as the scenery was breathtaking and the crew was knowledgeable. Sit back relax enjoy Alaska.

Poudre1

Sep 2018

We rode in a dome car as a part of a Royal Caribbean land tour prior to a cruise. This was an excellent ride with outstanding views in all direction. A very comfy seat and ride. We had breakfast in the dining level which was costly but worth every dollar for the taste and experience. The tour guide was quite informative, friendly and entertaining. I want to do this again!!

maibe219118

Aug 2023

This year marks exactly 100 years since the Alaska Railroad opened its entire line! I made the reservation without knowing anything about it, but the badge that was distributed only to those who reserved Gold Star Class had the number 100 on it (I don't know if it's only for this year). Gold Star is an observation car, with three meals in the dining car and up to two free drinks. There is a private bar at the rear of the observation car, and behind that is an outdoor deck-like area reserved for Gold Class passengers, which you can enter and exit freely. You can take in as many negative ions as you like. It's 12 hours of enjoying the magnificent scenery of Alaska while slowly drinking alcohol from the morning. I thought 12 hours was too long, but there were moose, I was amazed at the size of Mt. Denali, people in the towns we passed, people on trains going in the opposite direction we passed, salmon fishermen waving at us, and the train stopped and slowed down at the scenic spots, so I think it's worth more than the price. For meals, you can choose from about three menus for each meal. I had a light meal of eggs and potatoes in the morning, Bolognese for lunch, and beef steak for dinner, and each meal was made with moose or reindeer. The food was pretty good. After each meal, everyone left a $5 tip on the table. The deli car selling snacks had a high ceiling and was very open. I definitely recommend this if you come to Alaska.