How long does travel by land take to arrive at my destination?
Because Alaska is so large, getting from one destination to another can take several hours. Total land travel time depends on the transportation method and the route that is included in your Alaska cruisetour itinerary.
Approximate travel times by transportation type
Below we listed the estimated travel times to help plan your day. Please note, that times are approximate, and flights are listed gate to gate.
| Transportation Type | Transportation Leg | Approximate travel time | Included stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rail | Denali/Whittier | 10 hours | |
| Rail | Denali/Anchorage | 8 - 9 hours | |
| Motorcoach | Denali/Anchorage | 6 hours | Included lunch stop |
| Motorcoach | Denali/Whittier | 7.5 hours | Included lunch stop |
| Motorcoach | Denali/Fairbanks | 3 hours | 1 restroom stop and 1 photo stop |
| Motorcoach | Dawson City/Whitehorse | 8 - 9 hours | Included lunch stop and rest stops |
| Motorcoach | Whitehorse/Skagway | 3.75 hours | Restroom and photo stops |
| Flight | Dawson City/Fairbanks | 1 hour gate to gate | |
| Flight | Dawson City/Whitehorse | 1 hour gate to gate |