What is the cheapest way to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

The cheapest way to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

The fastest way to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks is to fly and bus which takes 4h 44m and costs $130 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Anchorage and Fairbanks?

No, there is no direct bus from Anchorage to Fairbanks. However, there are services departing from Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center and arriving at Fairbanks, AK via Denali Cabins, McKinley Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Anchorage and Fairbanks?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anchorage and arriving at Fairbanks. Services depart once a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

The distance between Anchorage and Fairbanks is 280 miles. The road distance is 360.8 miles.

How do I travel from Anchorage to Fairbanks without a car?

The best way to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks without a car is to bus which takes 9h 16m and costs $260 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anchorage to Fairbanks bus from?

Anchorage to Fairbanks bus services, operated by Park Connection Motor Coach, depart from Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center station.

Where do I catch the Anchorage to Fairbanks train from?

Anchorage to Fairbanks train services, operated by Alaska Railroad, depart from Anchorage station.

Train or bus from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

The best way to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks is to bus which takes 9h 16m and costs $260 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $550 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Anchorage to Fairbanks bus arrive?

Anchorage to Fairbanks bus services, operated by Park Connection Motor Coach, arrive at Denali Cabins - Alaska station.

Where does the Anchorage to Fairbanks train arrive?

Anchorage to Fairbanks train services, operated by Alaska Railroad, arrive at Fairbanks station.

Can I drive from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Anchorage to Fairbanks is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Anchorage to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 172+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

Anchorage to Fairbanks - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Anchorage to Fairbanks by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane ANC - FAI
2. Take the bus from 157 - UAF Wood Center to 294 - Lacey St @ Northward Building Southboundbus
4h 44m
$136–286
Drive 358.7 mi
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1. Drive from Anchorage to Fairbankscar 358.7 mi
6h 47m
$66–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center to Denali Cabins - Alaskabus Denali Express Northbound
2. Take the bus from Denali Cabins, McKinley Park to Fairbanks, AKbus Denali Park to Fairbanks Van Transfer
9h 16m
$265–303
Train
1. Take the train from Anchorage to Fairbankstrain Denali Star with Hurricane Flagstop / ...
11h 40m
$170–553

Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Fairbanks (FAI) flights

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Anchorage, AK, USA and Fairbanks, AK, USA?

You can take a bus from Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center to Fairbanks, AK via Denali Cabins, McKinley Park in around 9h 16m. Alternatively, Alaska Railroad operates a train from Anchorage to Fairbanks once a week. Tickets cost $170–553 and the journey takes 11h 40m.

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