Where is the ferry in Juneau Alaska?
Where is the ferry in Juneau Alaska? Whether Juneau is your home base or just another stop along the route, getting to Juneau by ferry is easy. Both the Southeast Alaska route and the Cross-Gulf route serve the Juneau ferry terminal (JNU) at Mile 13.5 Glacier Highway in Auke Bay.
Is the ferry cheaper than the plane?
But flight-free travel isn't just greener – it's often cheaper, too. For mid-distance journeys, a trip by car (and, if needs be, ferry) tends to cost a lot less per passenger than even the budget-est of budget flights. EVs can be a bit more expensive to hire than petrol and diesel cars, but are far cheaper to run.
Is there a senior rate in Alaska Ferry?
Passenger discounts will apply to full priced Adult, Senior and Child fares. The discount cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotional fares, such as youth group discounts, passes or specials. Travelers are advised to figure the relative advantage of one discount over another.
What is the average age of people on Alaska cruises?
While cruising attracts many different types of travelers, they share some traits. Nationwide, cruise passengers tend to be slightly older than other vacationers, with a median age of 47, and 54 for Alaska.
Can you drive from Juneau to Anchorage without going through Canada?
This question, because of the specific requirements and details of “driving to”, and “not passing through Canada” has only one answer - NO, it is not possible! Cars/vehicles transit from the Lower 48 to Alaska all the time, but the ONLY WAY TO DRIVE THEM for that trip is to take the ALCAN, in whole or in part.
Where does the Alaska ferry leave from?
The Bellingham Cruise Terminal, in Bellingham's Historic Fairhaven District, is the southern starting point for the Alaska Marine Highway System. Navigating the nation's first marine scenic highway, the ferry departs Bellingham regularly transporting passengers and vehicles between Alaska and the lower 48 states.
How do you sleep on a ferry without a cabin?
For passengers who opt to travel without a cabin, the recliner lounges also serve as sleeping areas with space to roll out a sleeping bag. Covered solariums located on the upper decks of each vessel are also popular sleeping areas and for those traveling with small tents, they are allowed on the upper decks.
Can you sleep in your car on the Alaska ferry?
The car deck is closed off when the ferry is underway, thus you cannot sleep in your vehicle. For more information on sleeping on the ferry see our FAQ's and General Sailing Information.
Where do I sleep if I don t have a cabin in Alaska ferry system?
For passengers who opt to travel without a cabin, the recliner lounges also serve as sleeping areas with space to roll out a sleeping bag. Covered solariums located on the upper decks of each vessel are also popular sleeping areas and for those traveling with small tents, they are allowed on the upper decks.
Can I get on and off the Alaska ferry?
To learn more about fares, see our Alaska Marine Highway Fares page. When your ferry stops in a port, you can either get off and walk around for a few hours or drive off and spend a few days. You can get back on the ferry to head elsewhere or keep driving to your own destinations.