Whittier by Rail

Take the famous Alaska Railroad between Anchorage and Whittier!

Our booking system allows you to book ONE WAY travel, please contact us for roundtrip travel and/or discounts.

Train route operates daily from June 1 to September 15, 2024; and sporadic dates in May 2024.

Departure Time from Anchorage

Leaves Anchorage at 9:45AM

Duration

2 1/4 hours to Whittier

Arrival Time in Whittier

Arrives Whittier at 12:00PM - - -

Departure Time from Whittier

Leaves Whittier at 6:45PM

Duration

2 1/4 hours to Anchorage

Arrival Time in Anchorage

Arrives Anchorage at 9:00PM - - -

Whats Included

• Rail travel between Anchorage and Whittier
• Comfortable seat with massive picture windows
• Cafe/snack car on board
• Optional same day return (CONTACT US!) - available at a discount

Not included

• Meals
• Tours in Whittier
• Transportation to/from the Anchorage Railroad station

Minimum Booking

• n/a

Maximum Capacity/Booking

• None.

Guest/Participant Limitations

• Must be able to walk up/down a ramp and/or stairs.

ADA Access

• This excursion is able to accommodate guests with service animals or mobility assistive devices/wheelchairs - must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Payment Information

All bookings are based on request - we have multiple sources for space on the train! You can either pay the $50 deposit per person, if we can confirm your rail request we will charge your card the remaining balance. If we are NOT able to get the Alaska Railroad to honor the request, we will refund your money in full or advise other options (eg: Gold Star Service upgrade or ACT bus).

Departing from Anchorage, the Glacier Discovery Train travels much of the same route as the Coastal Classic, with the addition of a turn off the main line to the tiny port town of Whittier and a turnaround point of Grandview. With many more stops than the Coastal – some in areas accessible only by train – the Glacier Discovery opens up a number of unique day trip options, suited for all ages and energy levels.

From Anchorage, the Glacier Discovery stops briefly at the resort town of Girdwood before continuing on to Portage; here, guests may disembark to visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, home to black and brown bears, moose, caribou, wood bison and more. The train then travels through a mountain tunnel to Whittier, providing a perfect connection for a glacier and wildlife cruise in Prince William Sound

Onboard services: Adventure Class Cafe car, baggage service, non-smoking cars, wheelchair access.

The Whittier cruise ship terminal is located directly across the street from the rail depot. Porters are available for assistance with luggage (please have tip $$ handy).

Payment options include American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa; including FOREIGN cards are accepted. Charges are done in USD through a US Bank.