Traveler's Guide to Valdez, Alaska

Alaska is a great "road trip" state. The scenery is breathtaking along the roads. Having your own vehicle means you can explore and experience the freedom of Alaska.
The road system in South Central Alaska is pretty simple actually. The Richardson Hwy goes from Fairbanks to Valdez. The Glenn goes from Anchorage to Glenn Allen (connecting with the Rich). The Seward Hwy goes from Anchorage to ... well, Seward. The Sterling Hwy splits off the Seward and runs to Homer. The Parks Hwy goes from Palmer to McKinley National park.
All of these roads are great drives. You can see the mountain ranges, geology, and geography of roadside Alaska. The state has developed a system of roadside interpretive signage at the scenic overlooks. They are a highlight - It's like driving through a museum.
Check out these links - Rand McNally for road trip info and advice. And http://511.alaska.gov/ for current road conditions. (Be sure to check out the 511 site. Road construction happens all the time and it SUX!)

Automobile Rental

• Valdez U-Drive
  Valdez Airport Terminal - Phone: (907) 835-4402 in Alaska : (800)478-4402
  
• Herz Rental
  Valdez Airport Terminal - Phone: (907) 835-4378 Reservations:(800)654-3131
  
• Dollar Rent a Car
  www.dollar.com - 1-800-800-3665
  
• Thrifty Car Rental
  www.thrifty.com - 1-800-THRIFTY (847-4389)
  
• Alaska Car Rentals
  www.AirportRentalCars.com - great spot to compare rates - also check for discounts!
  
• Alamo - Car rental
  www.alamo.com - 1-800 GO ALAMO - 1(800) 462-5266

Bus Lines

• Parks-Richardson Hwy. Express
479-3065 / 888-600-6001
 
• Brown's Bus Lines Inc
Mi 1.5 Rich Hy - Phone: (907) 835-4335 or (907) 835-5335
 
• Mayflower Contract Service
  Mi 187 Glenn Hy Glennallen - (907) 822-3188
  
• Homer stage line
    Bus Transportation on the Kenai Peninsula connecting Anchorage - Homer - Kenai - Soldotna - Seward
  
• Backcountry Connection - Chitina to McCarthy bus service
  Sit back, relax and leave the driving to Backcountry Connection's professional drivers. Ride along with us into the scenic Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve.