Alaska Railroad

08/27/2026

Do you know this spot along the Alaska Railroad route? 📍

Here's your chance to test your knowledge! Share your guess in the comments!

📸: Stewart L Sterling

08/24/2026

Did you know? The Alaska Railroad is part of a transportation network that moves freight from places all across the US to communities in Alaska.

Shipments come by rail, truck and marine transportation before continuing their journey on the Alaska Railroad.

08/21/2026

We’re honored to be featured in a Travel + Leisure roundup of the most beautiful train journeys in the U.S.

Our Coastal Classic and Denali Star trains both earned a spot on the list, highlighting two distinct ways to experience Alaska by rail.

Read more about what makes these two routes stand out: bit.ly/45Gqu0K.

Travel experts recommend Alaska Railroad’s Coastal Classic and Denali Star, plus Amtrak’s California Zephyr, for unforgettable scenic rail journeys across the U.S.

08/20/2026

Update: The Great Alaska Beer Train has sold out! Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets, we can’t wait to see you onboard.

Beer tastes better on a train. 🍻

The Great Alaska Beer Train rolls out Oct. 10! Join us for a round-trip ride from Anchorage to Portage with local craft brews, seasonal bites from Glacier BrewHouse and fall colors along Turnagain Arm. 🍂

Grab your crew, find your favorite pour and enjoy an evening on the rails.

🎟 Tickets are on sale now! Call the Reservations Team at 800.544.0552 to book.

08/18/2026

A friendly reminder from our crew: Railroad tracks are never a shortcut.

⚠️Always cross at designated crossings
⚠️Obey warning signals
⚠️Stay off the tracks

Every safe choice helps protect you, our passengers and crew.

08/16/2026

Blue skies and long summer days make every journey on the Alaska Railroad one to remember.☀️

08/14/2026

Looking for a new way to experience Alaska this winter? ❄️

The Aurora Winter Train offers a front-row seat to snow-covered mountains and frozen rivers.

Settle in, grab a warm drink aboard and enjoy the views from the comfort of your seat.

📸: Justin Low and Nathaniel Wilder

08/13/2026

HooDoo Choo Choo tickets are now on sale! This special train departs from our Fairbanks Depot on Friday, Sept. 25, and travels round-trip to Nenana. Onboard brews are from HooDoo Brewing Company, and dishes from UAF CTC Culinary Arts Program.

Grab your lederhosen, dirndls and best friends to "prost" to the fall season! 🍻 🍂 🥨

Tickets will go fast, get yours here ⬇️!

https://bit.ly/4wMhHX5

08/09/2026

Fall is almost here! Which means Alaska comes alive with gold, orange and burgundy hillsides, perfect for a ride on the Alaska Railroad.

If this has been on your list, now is a great time to start planning! 🍂

Choose your route at AlaskaRailroad.com.

08/08/2026

Prost! 🍺 Join us Friday, Sept. 25, as we partner with HooDoo Brewing Company for a round-trip ride from Fairbanks to Nenana.

Along the way, sample HooDoo brews paired with a five-course dinner prepared by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Community & Technical College Culinary Arts Program. 🍴

Mark your calendar: Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. Aug. 13! 🎟️