Getting to Whittier by Car

Driving Directions: Anchorage to Whittier

Drive south from Anchorage on the scenic Seward Highway about 40 miles. Along the way you will pass the turnoff to Alyeska, as well as the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
Turn left at Portage Glacier Road and continue to Bear Valley, bearing left at the "Y" in the road.
Proceed through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to arrive in Whitter.
Proceed all the way to the end of the road in Whittier, passing all of the shops on your left. Follow the signs to our office, located at the end of the road at Pier 1.

Whittier is approximately 1.25 hours from Anchorage. We recommend you arrive at the tunnel fifteen minutes prior to times below

For the current tunnel schedule or current tunnel fees, call 877-611-2586, or consult Alaska DOT's Tunnel Schedule.