Community Transit & Valley Mobility

Glacier Valley Transit (GVT)

Girdwood's free, wheelchair-accessible community bus. Connecting Alyeska Resort, the Town Center, local dining, and residential neighborhoods across the valley.

Live Valley Transit Command

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🟢 BUS SERVICE ACTIVE
Valley loop running on standard 30-minute headway. Free fare, no ticket required.
RESORT CORRIDOR HTL · DAY

Hotel Alyeska & Daylodge

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Direct drop-off at Tram lobby entrance and Sitzmark patio walkway.

TOWN CENTER HGT · TSR

Hightower & Tesoro Mall

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Access to Library, Community Center, Girdwood Brewing trail, and mercantile.

OLD TOWNSITE OLD · CRW

Old Townsite & Crow Creek

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Access to Jack Sprat, The Bake Shop, Chair 5, and historic townsite.

VALLEY TOPOGRAPHY

GVT Route Map & Stop Sequence

Schematic layout of the continuous loop traversing 4.5 miles of the Girdwood Valley floor along Alyeska Highway and Arlberg Avenue.

🚌 Old Townsite Crow Creek Rd Tesoro Mall Mercantile & Fuel Hightower Center Library & Skatepark Alyeska Daylodge Sitzmark & Chair 4 Hotel Alyeska Tram & Nordic Spa
🔄 Continuous valley loop · 4.5 Miles ♿ 100% ADA Accessible Fleet ⛷️ Exterior Ski & Snowboard Racks 🚲 Front Bike Racks (Summer)
HEADWAY TIMETABLE

Hourly Loop Window Estimator

Glacier Valley Transit operates on regular interval intervals. Pick your origin stop below to view departure cycles across the operating day.

HTL

Hotel Alyeska & Tram Pond

Main resort driveway, tram terminal & Nordic Spa walkway

🚶 Nearby Walking Access: Alyeska Tram, Sakura, Pond Cafe, Seven Glaciers
Period Service Span Loop Frequency Typical Departure Minutes (Past Hour)
Morning Commute & Ski Drop 07:30 AM – 10:30 AM Every 30 Mins :05 :35
Midday Valley Loop 10:30 AM – 04:30 PM Every 30 Mins :05 :35
Après-Ski & Evening Dining 04:30 PM – 10:00 PM Every 30–45 Mins :05 :40
Late Weekend Night Owl (Fri/Sat) 10:00 PM – 01:00 AM On Demand / Special Events Special Event Matrix
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GVSA PUBLIC FUNDING & GOVERNANCE

How Girdwood Keeps Transit 100% Free

Glacier Valley Transit is operated as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization funded primarily through an annual service contract with the Girdwood Valley Service Area (GVSA), administered by the Girdwood Board of Supervisors (GBOS).

View GBOS Transit Appropriations in Archive ↗ GBOS Meeting Agendas & Oversight ↗
FREQUENT INQUIRIES

Glacier Valley Transit Rider FAQs

Everything you need to know about navigating Girdwood without a personal vehicle.

Is Glacier Valley Transit really 100% free to ride?

Yes! Glacier Valley Transit (GVT) operates fare-free for all passengers. Funding is supported by the Girdwood Valley Service Area (GVSA) through the Board of Supervisors (GBOS), Municipality of Anchorage appropriations, local business sponsorships, and voluntary rider donations.

Can I bring skis, snowboards, or mountain bikes on the bus?

Yes. GVT buses are equipped with exterior ski and snowboard racks during the winter ski season, and front bike racks during summer and autumn. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are GVT buses ADA wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All primary GVT fleet buses feature low-floor pneumatic ramps or hydraulic wheelchair lifts. Drivers are trained to assist passengers with boarding and securement.

Are dogs allowed on Glacier Valley Transit?

Well-behaved, leashed dogs are generally welcomed at the driver's discretion, provided they are clean, calm, and do not block the aisle or occupy passenger seats. Service animals are always permitted.

How frequently does the bus loop through Girdwood?

During the core winter ski season and peak summer months, buses run approximately every 30 to 40 minutes along the main valley corridor between Hotel Alyeska and the Old Townsite from early morning until late evening.