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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Fairbanks is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Fairbanks is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct train between Houston and Fairbanks?

No, there is no direct train from Houston to Fairbanks. However, there are services departing from Wasilla and arriving at Fairbanks via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Houston to Fairbanks?

The distance between Houston and Fairbanks is 307 miles. The road distance is 301.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Fairbanks without a car is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs $190 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Houston to Fairbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houston to Fairbanks train from?

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

Where does the Houston to Fairbanks train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Houston to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Fairbanks is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Houston to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 177+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

Houston to Fairbanks - 3 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Houston to Fairbanks by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wasilla to Fairbankstrain Denali Star with Hurricane Flagstop / ...
10h 24m
$195–554
Drive 299.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houston to Fairbankscar 299.7 mi
5h 38m
$55–79
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Valley Transit Park & Ride to Downtown Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane ANC - FAI
6h 28m
$167–369

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

46Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305 mi
Duration: 10h 24m

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

Alaska Railroad operates a train from Wasilla to Fairbanks once a week. Tickets cost $150–503 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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