Travel Within Alaska
Travel in Alaska is unlike just about anywhere else: getting from point to point is a worthy endeavor of its own.
Whether circling Mount McKinley in a Bush plane or watching miles of untouched tundra roll by from the window of a
train, you can't go wrong in selecting a mode of transportation. In fact, the best itineraries include a mix of travel modes.
By Plane
Airplanes are usually the fastest, most efficient way to get between communities in Alaska . . . More
By Boat
Day cruises depart from several towns. Multi-day cuises that travel within Alaska are also available . . . More
By Train
Alaska offers some of the world's most spectacular rail journeys. Two railroads operate in the state,
the Alaska Railroad and the White Pass & Yukon Route . . . More
By Car
Alaska's highways are modern and well-maintained. In most areas, traveler resources are plentiful . . . More
By Motorcoach / Charter
Travel by motorcoach or bus in Alaska lets you see the open road and leave the driving to someone else . . . More
Trip Tip
If you’ve only got a week or so, pick a "base" town and take day trips by air, sea, rail or road to see Alaska's beauty quickly and conveniently.
Many cruises also offer week-long itineraries. If you've got more time, traveling by road, ferry or on longer rail journeys is a great way to
see several regions of Alaska.