FARES/SCHEDULES
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Summer Trains (except Hurricane Turn) May 2009 - September 2009
Aurora Winter Train Schedule Weekends Only September 2008 - May 2009
Hurricane Turn Winter Train Schedule 1st Thurs each month September 2008 - May 2009
The Coastal Classic travels between Anchorage and Seward along what many consider the most scenic route in Alaska.
Beginning in 2009, the Coastal Classic will offer GoldStar Service.
For customers that would like to travel Adventure class one way and GoldStar the other, we have a special RT fare: $186.50.
Learn more about the Coastal Classic Train >>
Northbound only Anchorage-Fairbanks on May 15 and Southbound only Fairbanks-Anchorage on September 14, 2009
Value Fares run May 15 through May 30 and September 1 through 14, 2009.
Peak Fares run June 1 through August 31, 2009.
Children's fares apply to passengers age 2 - 11 years.
Learn more about the Denali Star Train >>
The Glacier Discovery Train operates daily between Anchorage, Whittier, Portage, Spencer Whistle Stop, and Grandview.
Learn more about the Glacier Discovery Train >>
*M signifies motorcoach transfer from Portage to Anchorage/Girdwood
Advance reservations required for Spencer rafting tour.
Roundtrip (RT) rates: Anchorage or Girdwood to Whittier RT - $74 adult/$37 child.
Portage to Whittier RT - $36 adult/$18child. No flagstop service to Spencer or Grandview.
Children's fares apply to passengers age 2-11 years.
Click the map icon to visit the Whistle Stop at Spencer Glacier information page where you can find links and information about camping and hiking at Spencer, floating the river, and also see photos and a larger map showing the whole area.
Click here to learn more about the Whistle Stop Project
Rail service Thursday through Sunday only. RT fare from Talkeetna to Hurricane $96.
The Hurricane Turn will also run in conjunction with these holidays:
Memorial Day (Monday, May 25, 2009)
4th of July (Saturday, July 4, 2009)
Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 7, 2009)
Ride one of America's last flag stop trains. The Hurricane Turn train has delivered Alaska locals to their remote cabins since 1923. On this wilderness run, get off the train anywhere along the 55-mile stretch: hike, fish, or journey to a remote cabin. When you are ready to return to civilization, you can stop the train on its return with the wave of a flag.
Or take the entire 115-mile route for a one-of-a- kind day trip. Starting in Talkeetna, the route threads its way along the Susitna River and through the Indian River Canyon. Learn More>>
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The Hurricane Turn Train departs from the Talkeetna Depot. There is shuttle service to the Talkeetna Depot from the Talkeetna Lodge.
Tickets are available for purchase onboard, however customers wishing to use credit cards must purchase tickets at the Talkeetna Depot or by calling reservations at 800-544-0552 or 907-265-2494.
There is no food service onboard. The train runs Thursday through Sunday.
Ticketed passengers may board at the Section House, downtown Talkeetna at 11:45 am. Both tours depart at 12:15 pm from the Talkeetna Depot, located at mile 13.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd. Transfers are provided from the Talkeetna Alaska Lodge.
Note that the Hurricane Turn is a flag stop train and may run late depending on the number of stops. The train only stops in each location when passengers are getting on or off the train. In rare instances, it may not be possible to see the Hurricane Gulch area due to other trains operation schedules.
Anchorage ~ Fairbanks (Flag-stop service available)
Weekend Service, northbound on Saturdays and southbound on Sundays
The Aurora Winter train provides flag stop service between Talkeetna and Hurricane before continuing on to Fairbanks or Anchorage. Due to the nature of this service, schedule varies depending on the number of stops.
Alaska residents and seniors (60 and over) receive 20% discount from regular fares. Children's fares (ages 2-11) are half off adult fare. Must show ID for discounted rates. Alaska ID required for resident fare. All rates, fees, schedules subject to change without notice. Dining Service is available on Aurora Winter Train.
The Winter Hurricane Turn Train operates the first Thursday of each month from October through May.
Like the Aurora Winter Train, the Winter Hurricane Turn is a flagstop train, and due to the nature of the service, the schedule varies depending on the number of stops.
Alaska residents and seniors can also receive 20% discount from regular fares on the Hurricane with proper identification.
There is no dining service available on the Winter Hurricane Turn Train.
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