Anton Anderson Tunnel, Portage–Whittier crossing, Alaska
Photo by Gillfoto
Anton Anderson Tunnel, Portage–Whittier crossing, Alaska · view 2
Photo by Enrico Blasutto
Anton Anderson Tunnel, Portage–Whittier crossing, Alaska · view 3
Photo by Enrico Blasutto

PORTAGE–WHITTIER CROSSING · ALASKA · VISIT GUIDE

Anton Anderson Tunnel

Plan the tunnel as a scheduled connection to Whittier, with a margin before cruise check-in.

Curated by Catherine ↗Alaska curation · Planning notes
CURATED TIME ALLOWANCE15m
Plan your visit
BEFORE YOU GO

Plan your Anton Anderson Tunnel visit

Choose the outing before fixing the next stop

The saved activity allowance excludes the approach, check-in and onward journey. Confirm any admission or operator price for your dates.

Before you go

Read the current seasonal timetable and direction. The short tunnel drive is different from the queue and crossing window. [1]

Make the journey workable

Check the actual locality above. Places in the same source area can be in different towns or need a substantial road journey.

MAKE IT YOUR TRIP

Choose your experience

Build the day around this choice

Plan the tunnel as a scheduled connection to Whittier, with a margin before cruise check-in.

KEEP EXPLORING

Other choices in this area

Compare the actual approach before combining these outings. Being in the same collection does not make them a single-day route.

Alyeska Aerial Tram in Alaska

Alyeska Aerial Tram

Choose the Alyeska tram for a mountain viewpoint in Girdwood when it is operating.

Alyeska Nordic Spa in Alaska

Alyeska Nordic Spa

Leave an unhurried Girdwood window for the Nordic Spa rather than squeezing it after a long northern drive.

How should I plan a visit to Anton Anderson Tunnel?

Plan the tunnel as a scheduled connection to Whittier, with a margin before cruise check-in. Read the current seasonal timetable and direction. The short tunnel drive is different from the queue and crossing window. [1]

Does the saved activity time include transport?

Add the approach, any check-in, breaks and your onward journey. The actual programme and conditions can change the time needed.

Sources & planning notes

Fyno curation reviewed October 27, 2026. Editorial planning advice updated 2026-11-04. Check current operating details with the venue before visiting.

Names, photographs, original Expert tips and saved-route membership come from Fyno’s October 27 catalog. Editorial planning reviewed November 4. Official references support the specific access notes; check live conditions and operator details for your dates.

Read the current seasonal timetable and direction. The short tunnel drive is different from the queue and crossing window.

[1] Alaska DOT: Whittier Tunnel schedules
Road, rail and tunnel planning ↗Season and access planning ↗

Editorial planning updated 2026-11-04. Check current access and booking details before travel.

Highlights
checkmark grey iconRock tunnels
checkmark grey iconScenic drives

Explore Alaska itineraries

checkmarkChoose your main outing
checkmarkAllow for long transfers
Alaska Highlights preview imageAlaska HighlightsBest in May – Sep
Alaskan Adventure preview imageAlaskan AdventureBest in May – Sep