What do you have to cross to get to Alaska?

Most visitors cross the border into Canada north of Seattle, WA, though there are other routes further east through Alberta and the Canadian Rockies for those who are starting from the eastern United States. There are two route options for getting from Seattle to the Alaska Highway.



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The Alcan–Beaver Creek Border Crossing (French: Poste frontalier d'Alcan–Beaver Creek) is a border crossing point between the United States and Canada.

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The best driving conditions, most hours of daylight, and most visitor services can be found on the Alaska Highway from May through September. However, visitors can have a fun and safe drive along the Alaska Highway year-round with a little extra caution and advance planning.

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Do I Need a Visa for Alaska from the UK? Most visitors from the UK to Alaska do not need a visa because it is eligible for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Visitors eligible for the visa waiver need not provide a visa, provided they plan to stay in the US for less than 90 days.

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There are several ways to get to Alaska, including flying, taking the ferry, or driving. Of these, by far the quickest and most popular is flying into Anchorage.

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While you can make the drive in as little as 3 days, we recommend planning for a week of driving so you can take your time and fully experience the stunning scenery, campgrounds, lodges, and wildlife along the way. Ready to start planning your journey North to Alaska?

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Traveling Between Mainland Alaska and Russia The nearest points between mainland Alaska and Russia are the western tip of Cape Prince of Wales in Alaska and the Southern point of Cape Dezhnev in Russia — with a distance of roughly 55 miles (88.5 kilometers) between the two points.

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