What is the cheapest way to get from Whittier to Alaska?

The cheapest way to get from Whittier to Alaska is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whittier to Alaska?

The fastest way to get from Whittier to Alaska is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Whittier and Alaska?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Whittier Cruise Terminal - Alaska and arriving at Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Whittier and Alaska?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whittier and arriving at Anchorage. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Whittier to Alaska?

The distance between Whittier and Alaska is 66 miles. The road distance is 60.9 miles.

How do I travel from Whittier to Alaska without a car?

The best way to get from Whittier to Alaska without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Whittier to Alaska?

The bus from Whittier Cruise Terminal - Alaska to Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Alaska bus from?

Whittier to Alaska bus services, operated by Park Connection Motor Coach, depart from Whittier Cruise Terminal - Alaska station.

Where do I catch the Whittier to Alaska train from?

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

Train or bus from Whittier to Alaska?

The best way to get from Whittier to Alaska is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $230 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Whittier to Alaska bus arrive?

Whittier to Alaska bus services, operated by Park Connection Motor Coach, arrive at Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center station.

Where does the Whittier to Alaska train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whittier to Alaska?

Yes, the driving distance between Whittier to Alaska is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Whittier to Alaska.

Where can I stay near Alaska?

There are 195+ hotels available in Alaska.

Whittier to Alaska - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Whittier to Alaska by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Whittier Cruise Terminal - Alaska to Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Centerbus Whittier Cruise Transfer NB
2h 15m
$45–75
Drive 60.5 mi
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1. Drive from Whittier to Anchoragecar 60.5 mi
1h 16m
$11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Whittier to Anchoragetrain Glacier Discovery NB
2h 15m
$65–224
Bus via Anchorage Airport
1. Take the bus from Whittier, AK to Anchorage Airportbus Whittier
2h 22m
$58–64

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Distance: 65.3 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Whittier, AK, USA and Alaska, USA?

Park Connection Motor Coach operates a bus from Whittier Cruise Terminal - Alaska to Anchorage, AK - Dena'ina Civic Center on demand. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Alaska Railroad operates a train from Whittier to Anchorage once daily. Tickets cost $65–224 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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