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Why Choose Our Services?
A.C.T. BIG BUS - ALASKA CRUISE TRANSPORTATION
Whittier to Anchorage bus / Anchorage to Whittier bus transportation services for cruise ship passengers
Our bus schedule is directly coordinated with each cruise ship arrival and departure.
You will never be late for your ship or late disembarking from your ship!
2025 Brand New Coaches. Clean and Reliable!
Our Specials - 2026 SUMMER EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!
Prices will be higher if booked after November 1
SPECIAL THIS WEEK: Groups of 6 or more get 10% off if booked before this Sunday.
Our Transfers and Bus Tour Options
Whittier Alaska Shuttle Bus Service, Whittier Anchorage Cruise Ship Bus Transportation
SCHEDULED BUS SERVICES FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS ON SELECTED DAYS
Narrated direct bus transfer - 1.5 hours
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WHITTIER TO ANCHORAGE BUS TRANSFER DETAILS
ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER BUS TRANSFER DETAILS
Bus picks up at Whittier cruise port at 8:45-9:00 AM, 9:45-10:00 AM, and 11:45 AM-12:00 PM; bus drops off in Anchorage at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, and 1:30 PM. Bus picks up in Anchorage at 9:00-10:00 AM, 12:00-1:00 PM, 1:00-2:00 PM, and 2:00-3:00 PM; bus drops off in Whittier port at about 11:45 AM, 2:45 PM, 3:45 PM, and 4:45 PM.- Transfer includes:
- Fully narrated bus transfer allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska,
- Bus picks up Whittier cruise ship or Anchorage (airport or hotels)
- 2.5 mile-long Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- Portage Glacier valley with excellent glacier (drive by)
- Turnagain Arm (drive-by) - Dall sheep, beluga whales
- Bus drops off directly at Whittier cruise ship or Anchorage (airport or hotels).
Narrated wildlife bus tour - 3 hours
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WHITTIER TO ANCHORAGE WILDLIFE BUS TOUR DETAILS
ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER WILDLIFE BUS TOUR DETAILS
Bus picks up at Whittier cruise port at 8:45 AM; bus drops off in Anchorage at 11:45 AM. Bus picks up in Anchorage at 11:30-12:30 PM; bus drops off at Whittier cruise port at 3:45 PM.BEST VALUE
Tour includes admission to the Wildlife Park
- Tour includes:
- Fully narrated bus tour allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska with a knowledgeable Alaskan driver/guide
- Bus picks up at Whittier cruise ship or Anchorage (airport or hotels)
- Drive-through bus tour of the largest city in Alaska - Anchorage (if you are staying at hotels)
- Turnagain Arm (photo stop only from Anchorage to Whittier direction) - Dall sheep, beluga whales
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with the perfect picture opportunity for Bears, Moose, Caribou, Bison, Musk Oxen, Deer, Elk, bald eagle. See www.alaskawildlife.org
- Portage Glacier valley with excellent glacier picture opportunities (photo stop)
- 2.5 mile-long Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- Bus drops off directly at Whittier cruise ship or Anchorage (airport or hotels).
Narrated full day bus tour - 7 hours
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WHITTIER TO ANCHORAGE FULL DAY BUS TOUR - 7 HOURS
ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER WILDLIFE GLACIER LUNCH BUS TOUR DETAILS
Bus picks up at Whittier cruise port at 8:45 AM; bus drops off in Anchorage at 4:00 PM. Bus picks up in Anchorage 10:30-11:30 AM and drops off at the Whittier port at 3:45 PMFAMOUS ALYESKA TRAM INCLUDED WITH LUNCH AND MUCH MORE!
- Bus Tour includes:
- Fully narrated bus tour allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska with a knowledgeable Alaskan guide,
- Bus picks up at Whittier cruise ship terminal
- 2.5 mile-long Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- Portage Glacier, Begich Boggs Visitor Center, and a serene lake with icebergs
- Turnagain Arm (drive by) - possible Dall Sheep and beluga whales
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with the perfect picture opportunity for Bears, Moose, Caribou, Bison, Musk Oxen, Deer, Elk, bald eagle. See www.alaskawildlife.org
- Majestic Alyeska Mountain Tram with a view of seven glaciers (tram tickets included in price)
- Full Anchorage city tour - Lake Hood, Ship Creek - salmon viewing, downtown;
- Bus drops off directly at Anchorage (airport or hotels).
- All entrance fees are included
- Lunch is included
- Mild activity level
- Each stop allows plenty of time to explore
Private Bus Rentals
We charter our buses for Private Groups, Conferences, Events, Airport Transfers
Rent or Charter a Private Alaska Coach Bus For Your Group – Alaska Bus Rental, Custom Group Bus Tour, Anchorage Conference, Anchorage Airport shuttle.
We offer affordable Alaska Bus Rental. We charter Alaska buses for custom tours and private groups transportation to any destination in Alaska. We also offer Anchorage airport transfers for any hotel in Anchorage. We provide affordable ground transportation for any conferences or events in Anchorage. Our fleet includes motorcoach style buses, mini buses, and luxury vans ranging from 10 to 59 passengers, with leg room, air conditioning, and large windows.
Alaska Cruise Transportation BIG BUS does not just offer cruise ship transportation. We offer Alaska bus rental with our fleet of modern motorcoaches, mini buses, and vans. We provide ground bus transportation for many conferences, weddings, meetings, and events in Anchorage, Girdwood, Seward, Talkeetna. Our professional drivers provide excellent customer service for your important guests. Our prices are the most competitive and affordable on the market; our buses rent as low as $150 per hour for up to 45 people. Contact us to get the best value for Alaska Bus Rental in Anchorage.
Some good reasons
Why choose us? Equipment, Equipment, Equipment. We are the only company in the area to use modern, coach style buses with restroom on board - we don’t waste customers’ time stopping for “outhouses” on our way, we give you more time to enjoy scenery and not on waiting in line for restroom. We show you more with less time than other companies. Don’t be sorry you did not book with us when you see another guy’s bus.
Select from our transfers and tour bus options:
WHITTIER TO ANCHORAGE BUS TRANSFER OPTIONS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Whittier to Anchorage narrated direct shuttle bus transfer
Whittier to Anchorage narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center stop
Whittier to Anchorage narrated full day bus tour
ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER BUS TRANSFER OPTIONS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Anchorage to Whittier narrated direct shuttle bus transfer
Anchorage to Whittier narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center stop
Anchorage to Whittier narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center, Glacier, and Lunch
DIRECT SHUTTLE BUS TRANSFERS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
NARRATED DIRECT BUS TRANSFER OPTION
Pick up and drop off directly at the cruise ship or Anchorage hotels, airport, car rentals. 1.5 hour transfer. Fully narrated transfer allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska, Portage Glacier Lake (drive by), Turnagain Arm (drive by) - Dall sheep, beluga whales. Drop off directly at the cruise ship or Anchorage (hotels, airport, or car rentals).
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Anchorage to Whittier narrated direct shuttle transfer
NARRATED DIRECT BUS TRANSFER OPTION
Pick up directly at Anchorage hotels and airport. 1.5 hour transfer. Fully narrated transfer allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska, Portage Glacier Lake (drive by), Turnagain Arm (drive by) - Dall sheep, Beluga whales. Drop off directly at the cruise ship.
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SIGHTSEEING WILDLIFE TOUR/TRANSFERS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
NARRATED WILDLIFE TOUR OPTION
Pick up directly at the cruise ship terminal. Fully narrated wildlife tour allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska. Pick up Whittier cruise ship terminal; Short tour of the largest city in Alaska - Anchorage (drive-through); Turnagain Arm - Dall sheep, beluga whales (drive thru); Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with the perfect picture opportunity for Bears, Moose, Caribou, Bison, Musk Oxen, Deer, Elk, bald eagle. See www.alaskawildlife.org, Drop off Anchorage hotels, car rentals, airport.
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Anchorage to Whittier narrated wildlife tour, transfer with a stop at the Wildlife Park
NARRATED WILDLIFE TOUR OPTION
Pick up directly at Anchorage hotels and airport. Fully narrated transfer allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska. Pick up Anchorage airport, hotels, car rentals; Short tour of the largest city in Alaska - Anchorage; Turnagain Arm - Dall sheep, beluga whales (photo stop); Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with the perfect picture opportunity for Bears, Moose, Caribou, Bison, Musk Oxen, Deer, Elk, bald eagle. See www.alaskawildlife.org. Stop at the Portage Glacier Lake for amazing photo opportunities of hanging glaciers. Drop off directly at the cruise ship terminal.
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FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING BUS TOUR FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
FULL DAY 7 HOUR TOUR OPTION
Pick up and drop off directly at the cruise ship terminal. FAMOUS ALYESKA MOUNTAIN TRAM TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE AND MUCH MORE! Includes all popular attractions and lunch to keep you entertained for the day.
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Anchorage to Whittier narrated wildlife tour, transfer with a stop at the Wildlife Park, Glacier hike, and Lunch
NARRATED WILDLIFE GLACIER LUNCH TOUR OPTION
Pick up directly at Anchorage hotels and airport. Fully narrated transfer allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska. Pick up Anchorage airport, hotels, car rentals; Short tour of the largest city in Alaska - Anchorage; Turnagain Arm - Dall sheep, beluga whales (photo stop); Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with the perfect picture opportunity for Bears, Moose, Caribou, Bison, Musk Oxen, Deer, Elk, bald eagle. See www.alaskawildlife.org. Stop at the Byron Glacier to hike through an amazing valley to get close to the Byron Glacier. Lunch is also included. Drop off directly at the cruise ship terminal.
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Transportation between Whittier and Anchorage Alaska with the best shuttle bus company.
Finding a bus transportation option to get to or from your cruise line in Alaska is not always easy. For the best shuttle transfer service between Whittier and Anchorage - whether Anchorage to Whittier or Whittier to Anchorage - choose Alaska Cruise Transportation (ACT Big Bus). With our company, you can experience a variety of bus transfer and tour options between these areas, as well as standard transportation between Seward, Whittier, and Anchorage, Alaska.
Trusted Cruise Bus Transportation
When you choose our company for your shuttle bus transfer or tour transportation between Whittier and Anchorage, you can count on traveling with a reputable, leading Alaska cruise bus transportation provider.
Modern Coaches with Restrooms On Board
We are the only company in the area that uses modern, coach-style buses with a restroom on board - so you and your group travel in style, comfort, and safety, whether we are transferring you from the Whittier cruise ship terminal to Anchorage (airport or hotels) or from Anchorage to the Whittier cruise port.
Safety & Comfort First
Your safety and comfort are our priorities. We encourage you to be thoughtful when choosing a bus transportation company and to inquire about their equipment to avoid unpleasant surprises.
Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Transfer (with Scenic Stops)
Our Anchorage to Whittier wildlife bus transfer offers pick-ups at area hotels, the airport, and select car rentals, and breaks up the drive with a scenic and convenient stop at the wildlife center plus photo stops - so you can enjoy the sights and take pictures home.
Friendly Driver-Guides
Our friendly, attentive drivers and guides have many years of customer-service experience. They will greet you with a smile, provide caring attention to your needs, and offer friendly interaction when appropriate. We make transportation between the Whittier cruise ship terminal and the Anchorage airport or hotels stress-free and reliable.
Whittier, Alaska Transportation Options & Route Highlights
Whittier, Alaska transportation options: If you are traveling from Whittier to Anchorage or Anchorage to Whittier, we provide a reliable, efficient, and overall best way to travel between these cities. Our shuttle schedule is coordinated with every cruise ship arrival and departure. Our narrated shuttle tour service between Anchorage and Whittier features stops at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Portage Glacier, and travels through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel-the longest highway tunnel in North America-along the beautiful Seward Highway. The distance between Whittier and Anchorage is about 60 miles and offers spectacular scenery. Why take a train, rent a car, or hail a taxi in Whittier or Anchorage when you can save money-and the environment-using our economical shuttle bus service between Anchorage (airport or hotels) and the Whittier Princess cruise ship pier? Our transportation is provided via motorcoaches, mini buses, and luxury vans with large windows, ample legroom, professional narration, and licensed drivers dedicated to making your vacation comfortable and memorable.
Flexible Pickups & Drop-offs
Most shuttle services pick up or drop off at a single location. Our service will pick you up and drop you off at the location of your choice (limited to the airport, hotels, and car rentals in the downtown, midtown, and airport areas).
Narrated Transfers & Full Tour Options
We offer a fully narrated shuttle service and a comprehensive tour option for transfers from Whittier to Anchorage and Anchorage to Whittier - so you never feel like you are just looking out the window on one of the most beautiful highways without context.
Coach-Only Fleet for Added Safety
Our company uses only coaches, which means added safety: unlike vans or limousines, coaches must follow DOT safety standards, including full commercial insurance coverage and a commercial drivers license to operate the vehicle. You will enjoy comfortable, forward-facing seats for every passenger, large picture windows, easy step-up access, and a large luggage section.
Distance & Typical Travel Time
The Whittier cruise terminal to the Anchorage airport or hotels is about 60 miles, including North Americas longest tunnel, and usually takes about 1.5 hours by coach or bus. Your options are plentiful with our Whittier shuttle transportation - you can choose a large motorcoach, mid-size coach, small mini bus, luxury van, Anchorage limousine, or car rental. We provide Alaska cruise transportation in both directions: Whittier to Anchorage and Anchorage to Whittier. Getting to the Whittier port from Anchorage has never sounded so good with our professionally narrated tour of the Seward Highway as you travel from Anchorage to Whittier, Alaska.
Why Our Ground Transportation Is the Popular Choice
Whittier car rentals, taxis from Whittier to Anchorage, and Whittier rail tours are all viable ways to travel from Whittier to Anchorage; however, our Whittier ground transportation - via comfortable coaches, buses, limousines, and vans - is the most time-efficient, scenic, and popular way to travel between Seward, Anchorage, Whittier, Denali, and Talkeetna. Whittier port to Anchorage airport cruise transfers, How to get to Anchorage from Whittier, and Transportation from the port in Whittier to Anchorage are among the most frequently searched questions - and we are your best option for transportation by motorcoach, bus, or shuttle from Anchorage to Whittier and Whittier to Anchorage.
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