2026 McKinley Explorer Rates
Below are the current McKinley Explorer train rates. The McKinley Explorer operates between Anchorage, Talkeetna, and Denali Park on a slightly different schedule from the Alaska Railroad's Denali Star train and the Wilderness Express. Child and value season discounts are not offered.
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McKinley Explorer | May 15 - September 15, 2026
| Route | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Route: Anchorage to Denali | Adult: $350 | Child: $350 |
| Route: Anchorage to Talkeetna | Adult: $175 | Child: $175 |
| Route: Denali to Anchorage | Adult: $350 | Child: $350 |
| Route: Denali to Talkeetna | Adult: $175 | Child: $175 |
| Route: Talkeetna to Anchorage | Adult: $175 | Child: $175 |
| Route: Talkeetna to Denali | Adult: $175 | Child: $175 |