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The Fair Train

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

Alaska Railroad runs the Fair Train as a one-day round trip between its Anchorage depot and the Alaska State Fair Grounds, timed to the Alaska State Fair each September. The train offers two round trips a day, giving fairgoers a way to skip traffic and parking at the fairgrounds. The evidence describes it as a scenic and relaxing ride aboard one of Alaska Railroad's coaches, with fares starting from $32 per person for the 2026 season and 3 departures listed. There is no separate itinerary beyond the ride itself, so this suits travelers who already plan to attend the Alaska State Fair and want an easy, low-cost way to get there and back.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence does not say whether the $32 fare includes admission to the Alaska State Fair; confirm this with Alaska Railroad before booking.
  • The operator lists two round trips a day for September 2026 but gives no exact departure or return times; confirm the schedule with Alaska Railroad.

Questions travellers ask

What is the Fair Train?
A round-trip rail shuttle Alaska Railroad runs between the Anchorage depot and the Alaska State Fair Grounds, offered as an alternative to driving and parking at the fair.
How much does it cost?
Fares start from $32 per person for the 2026 season.
How many trips run per day?
Alaska Railroad offers two round trips a day on the Fair Train.
When does it run?
The evidence lists departures in September 2026, timed to the Alaska State Fair.
Does the fare include fair admission?
The evidence does not specify; confirm this with Alaska Railroad before booking.

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