Although there is no ferry service between Washington and Fairbanks, one can send their vehicles by barge direct from Seattle to Fairbanks and Fairbanks to Seattle, every week, year-round
The trip from Seattle to Fairbanks takes about 2 weeks and from Fairbanks to Seattle takes between 19 & 21 days depending on weather. The arrival times are approximate because everything is weather dependent
Fairbanks is home to two military bases: the Fort Wainwright US military Base and to Eielson Airforce Base.
The Eielson Air Force base is approximately 26 miles SE of Fairbanks
Aurora season in Fairbanks is 22 April - 20 August and during this time
Fairbanks offers all the amenities including a rich Native culture, dog sledding, hiking with reindeer, hot springs and so much more.
From helicopter tours providing an opportunity to explore the glaciers and the colourful back country, to museums to great shopping - Fairbanks has all the best Alaska has to offer
To Get a Barge Quote /Booking to Alaska email info@alaskabarges.com or call 1-800-686-0446