How to Get to Seward, Alaska

Seward sits at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula, about 125 miles south of Anchorage by road.


By Car

  • Seward Highway (Alaska Route 1/9)

    The National Scenic Byway connecting Anchorage to Seward. Drive time is typically 2.5–3 hours with sweeping views along Turnagain Arm, Chugach National Forest, and the Kenai Mountains.

By Train

  • Alaska Railroad – Coastal Classic

    Seasonal service (mid‑May to mid‑September). Departs Anchorage at 6:45 AM, arrives Seward about 11:20 AM; return departs 6:00 PM. Approx. 4 hours of scenic rail along rivers and glaciers.

By Bus or Shuttle

  • Park Connection Motorcoach

    Daily summer service between Anchorage and Seward. Typical travel time is about 3 hours.
  • Seward Bus Line

    Year‑round and seasonal schedules connecting Anchorage and Seward (schedule varies).

By Cruise Ship

  • Seward Cruise Ship Terminal
    Map

    Major Alaska cruise port used as a start or end point for many one‑way itineraries. Waterfront location near downtown.

By Air