Fairbanks Railroad
For a scenic, relaxing way to reach Fairbanks, choose the Alaska Railroad. Throughout the 12-hour train ride from Anchorage or 4-hour trip from Denali National Park, you'll be surrounded by Alaska’s landscapes while enjoying unparalleled comfort and service. You can book your rail ticket with any of the companies listed below.
Alaska Railroad also offers you the opportunity to explore beyond Fairbanks, with service to destinations like Seward and Whittier. Just be aware that these segments require an overnight stay in Anchorage before continuing.
Train Information
Winter in Alaska is a magical time, with fewer visitors and a serene, snow-covered landscape. If you’re here from mid-September to mid-May, you can take it in from the comfort of the Aurora Winter Train, which runs between Anchorage and Fairbanks. It’s an easy and memorable way to travel north and experience the aurora borealis, or even do a weekend getaway to Talkeetna.
This train travels through the forested areas north of Anchorage into the boreal forest, and eventually into the tundra regions further north. On a clear day the train will slow down to allow you to see beautiful vistas of Denali. You may also spot wildlife along the way. Day Trip from Anchorage: Talkeetna Day Trip from Fairbanks: Denali Multi-Day Trip from Anchorage: Talkeetna, Denali National Park, and / or Fairbanks Multi-Day Trip ...more
Riding the train in Alaska is a relaxing and fun way to take in amazing sights around every bend, and many travelers choose a dome car for the best viewing experience. When you’re headed north of Anchorage, hop on a Wilderness Express private dome car for deluxe viewing at great value.