Alaska Railroad

[FaithPlus1]

I'm taking a Kenjai Fords tour that ends at 5:30. The Seward train departs at 6PM. If I'm one of the last ones on the train, does this mean I get a bad seat if I reserve in Adventure class? I know they are assigned, but I don't know if the assignments start from best to worst seats (sort of like SouthWest Airlines). Just not sure if I should expect that and should pay the $108 more for the Gold Star as I planned on eating dinner on the train anyway (I don't need 2 alcoholic drinks before boarding a plane as I want to stay hydrated!). Does the dinner include soup or salad, and a dessert? Do you need to share a table with other people??

 

What time does the ticket office at Seward Rail Depot actually open (cannot find this info online)? My tour doesn't meet until 8:30, so maybe I could pick up the ticket earlier if the office is open?

 

Help!

[AKStafford]

There really isn't a "bad" seat. They all have great views out the window...

[Northern Aurora]

I hope this doesn't sound sarcastic in any way as absolutely no sarcasm is intended, but have you considered just calling the Alaska Railroad?

[FaithPlus1]

32 minutes ago, Northern Aurora said:

I hope this doesn't sound sarcastic in any way as absolutely no sarcasm is intended, but have you considered just calling the Alaska Railroad?

I don't want to. 

[breezy_carol]

I called Alaska railroad and emailed with questions and they were very nice and prompt with answers.

[FaithPlus1]

4 hours ago, breezy_carol said:

I called Alaska railroad and emailed with questions and they were very nice and prompt with answers.

I emailed them this afternoon and nothing. I would rather not call. 

[katrina915]

The menu on the goldstar is on their website. There are a few tables for 2, but most are for four people so you may eat with others.