Alaska Railroad
Denali is one of a few U.S. national parks directly accessible by railroad.
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Alaska Railroad Details
Denali is one of a few U.S. national parks directly accessible by railroad, and for some traveling by rail is part of the adventure of a visit to this spectacular Alaskan park. Denali trips begin in Fairbanks, Anchorage, Talkeetna, or distant Seward, onboard the Denali Star. In addition to scheduled service, Alaska Railroad offers several package tours to Denali and elsewhere in Alaska, including some that visit the state's several national parks. Cruise ships offer packages that include travel by rail to Denali, typically originating in Anchorage. Train travel times (each way) are as follows: Anchorage: 7.5 hours Fairbanks: 4 hours Talkeetna: 4.5 hours Seward: 11.5 hours For more information, stop by the Alaska Railroad Depot (near mile 1.25 of the Denali Park Road) or visit the [Alaska Railroad website](http://alaskarailroad.com/).
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Alaska Railroad
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McKinley Station Trail
If you're looking for that picturesque image of a train rolling though the Alaskan forest, this trail offers a great photo op.
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Spruce Forest Loop Trail
This easy, quarter-mile trail begins and ends at the Denali Visitor Center.
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Denali National Park
One of the most stunning and expansive wilderness areas in the world.
0.2 mi away
Morino Grill
Morino Grill is the only restaurant located in Denali National Park.
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Roadside Trail
This trail parallels Denali Park Road from the Denali Visitor Center to the park's emblematic sled-dog kennels and park headquarters.
