Alaska Railroad
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Day train from Anchorage to Seward along Turnagain Arm
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Alaska Railroad · Event train / day excursion
The Great Alaska Beer Train
Round-trip beer and food train from Anchorage to Portage along Turnagain Arm.
The Alaska Railroad operates The Great Alaska Beer Train, a one-evening rail excursion departing Anchorage at 4:00 PM. The round-trip journey travels to Portage along Turnagain Arm, with passengers aboard tasting six half-pint beers from the local Glacier BrewHouse paired with seasonal food. The train returns to Anchorage by 8:30 PM. This excursion suits travelers seeking a social evening of craft beer and local flavors without a multi-day commitment, and is an accessible way to ride the Alaska Railroad and see the Turnagain Arm coastline in one evening.
What to know before you look closer
- This is a one-evening excursion, not an overnight trip; it departs at 4:00 PM and returns by 8:30 PM the same day.
- The booking terms are non-refundable and non-changeable; name changes incur a 10% fee.
- Additional beers are sold onboard for $6 each and cash only.
Day by day
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The Great Alaska Beer Train
Round-trip rail journey from Anchorage to Portage with beer tastings and food from Glacier BrewHouse. Departs 4:00 PM from the Anchorage Depot; returns 8:30 PM.
Included
- Round-trip rail
- 6 half pints of Glacier BrewHouse beer
- Special food served with each type of beer, served by Glacier BrewHouse
- Free parking
Not included
- Additional beers (available for purchase for $6 each, cash only)
Questions travellers ask
- What is included in the ticket price?
- Round-trip rail travel, six half-pint beers from Glacier BrewHouse, seasonal food pairings served with each beer, and free parking.
- What time does the train depart and return?
- The train departs Anchorage Depot at 4:00 PM and returns at 8:30 PM.
- What if I want more than six beers?
- Additional beers are available for purchase onboard at $6 each; cash only.
- Can I change my booking?
- The ticket is non-refundable and non-changeable. Name changes are allowed for a 10% fee.
