Riding the Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star Train from Fairbanks, just getting to the national park is a grand adventure. Over roughly four hours, you’ll take in one of the country’s most scenic train routes from your reserved seat, learning about Alaskan history from your onboard guide. At the terminus, you’re dropped off adjacent to the visitor center, where you can start your Denali exploration.

Hop aboard the Alaska Railroad for a scenic, historic journey through the Last Frontier
Take in Alaska’s wild landscapes across nearly four hours
Grab a comfortable, reserved seat to enjoy the guided, narrated ride
Get dropped off right at Denali’s entrance for ease of exploration

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.

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Include

Alaskan tour guide providing narration throughout journey
One-way rail transportation from Fairbanks to Denali
Comfortable reserved seating
Optional dining and snack bar

Exclude

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