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The Fair Train

One-day round-trip train service from Anchorage to Alaska State Fair Grounds

Illustration of The Fair Train

The Alaska Railroad's Fair Train is a straightforward one-day excursion designed for Alaska State Fair visitors. Operating two round-trip departures daily in September 2026, the service runs from the Anchorage depot directly to the fair grounds, eliminating the need to drive and park. The round-trip ticket costs $32 per person, a savings compared to fuel and parking fees. This is practical rail travel: no overnight stays, no multi-day commitment, just a clean transport option that lets you relax aboard comfortable coaches instead of sitting in traffic. Families attending the fair and budget-conscious day-trippers will find this especially useful for avoiding the congestion that fair-day traffic typically creates in Anchorage.

What to know before you look closer

  • This is a same-day round-trip excursion, not an overnight journey or multi-day tour.
  • Only three departures are listed, all in September 2026; confirm availability directly with the Alaska Railroad.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The $32 fare is a round-trip ticket from Anchorage to the Alaska State Fair Grounds.
How many times per day does the Fair Train depart?
Two round trips are offered daily.
When does the Fair Train run?
The Fair Train operates in September 2026, coinciding with the Alaska State Fair.
What is included?
The package includes round-trip rail service on comfortable coaches between Anchorage depot and the Alaska State Fair train depot.

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