The Denali Star is a passenger and semi-luxury train operated by the Alaska Railroad between the cities of Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska.[2] It is a seasonal train, only operating between the months of May and September.[1] The Aurora Winter Train operates along the similar route during the rest of the year at a less frequent weekend schedule. The train is ridden by many tourists visiting the Denali National Park. The train consists of single level coaches and dome cars.

Denali Star
Denali Star at Denali
Overview
Service typeInter-city/Luxury
StatusOperating
LocaleAlaska
Current operator(s)Alaska Railroad
Route
TerminiAnchorage
Fairbanks
Stops5[1]
Distance travelled358 mi (576 km)
Average journey time11 hours 45 minutes[1]
Service frequencyDaily (May through September)[1]
On-board services
Class(es)"Adventure" and "GoldStar Service"
Observation facilitiesViewing deck and dome car
Entertainment facilitiesTour Guide
Baggage facilitiesAvailable at Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali National Park, and Fairbanks
Technical
Track gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Operating speed60 mph (97 km/h)
Track owner(s)Alaska Railroad
Route map
467 mi
752 km
Fairbanks
414 mi
666 km
411 mi
661 km
Nenana
348 mi
560 km
Denali
284 mi
457 km
227 mi
365 km
Talkeetna
160 mi
257 km
Wasilla
114 mi
183 km
Anchorage

In 2020, summer services began in July in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.[2]

Stations

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The Denali Star stops only at the following stations:[1]

 
Denali Park Depot is a seasonal passenger railroad station located within Denali National Park. It is adjacent to the visitor center located in Denali Park.

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e "Alaska Railroad: Transit – Schedules". Alaska Railroad. Archived from the original on 2013-12-21. Retrieved 2013-12-19.
  2. ^ a b "Alaska Railroad pushes back start of summer passenger service to July". Anchorage Daily News. 4 April 2020. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
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