Haines Highway

The adventure is part of getting to Haines, with scenic vistas abound!

Where to Start

The Golden Circle is an breath taking drive through Canada (Yukon and Northern British Columbia) and the United States (Alaska).

Haines map

Common routes to Haines:
  • By air from Seattle - people commonly fly to Juneau through a major airline, and then take a smaller (regional) airline to Haines
  • By boat from Juneau - Alaska Marine Highway System runs year-round, and Alaska Fjordlines operates over the summer (May-Sept)
  • By boat from Bellingham, WA - about a 2 hour drive north of Seattle, Bellingham is where the Alaska Marine Highway System departs from
  • By road - from Anchorage, Whitehorse (Canada), or even the contiguous United States (aka "lower 48"), you can drive to Haines
  • By cruise ship - many ships stop directly in Haines, or our neighbor community of Skagway. A short 1-hour boat ride away will get you here from Skagway!

Find out more about getting to Haines through any one of the communities listed below. And, of course, if you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us! Once in Haines, there are several Car Rentals and Taxi Services available, as well as bicycle rentals to get around town.

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Getting to Haines through...

Map

Cruises To Haines

Cruising is a very popular way to visit Haines. Check out the many brands and sizes of ships that call to Haines and the neighboring community of Skagway.

Plan Your Visit

Visiting Haines will take some planning, but once you get here, you will be happy you did. There are many ways to get here. Find out which one suits you best!