Alaska Transportation Tips

At first glance, planning transportation for your Alaska vacation looks complex, but the info and tips we provide here will keep you on the right track both now and when you're traveling.

Below you'll find information on many aspects of Alaska transportation, from an Alaska Railroad map and schedule to details on the Park Connection Motorcoach. We also cover Alaska cruise transfers, compare the different classes of train service, and explain how to travel between the most popular destinations.

Want to know what side of the train to sit on, or whether you need to rent a 4WD vehicle to get around Alaska? You'll find answers to specific questions like these on our transportation FAQs page.

We go into more detail with some of these common questions on our transportation advice pages. We also offer guidance on how to get to Alaska, including specifics for flying to Alaska. You can find our thoughts on how to pick the best Alaska train for you and your party and why you should most definitely take both the train and the bus while you're here.

You can use our Transportation Finder to see available travel options for specific dates and segments. And when you're ready to book, use our Train & Bus Express Checkout to reserve tickets easily online.