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Port of Seward, Alaska – Transportation

How to get to Port of Seward, Alaska — rideshare, taxi, shuttle, and public transit options from nearby airports. Getting to Port of Seward, Alaska — ai...

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Port information is listed below, but also check out the cruise terminal information, places to shop, and restaurants near the Seward cruise port.

✈️ What is the Closest Airport to the Seward Alaska Cruise Terminal?

When cruising from Seward, most passengers fly into Ted Stevens International Airport (ANC) in Anchorage, located 120 miles from the cruise terminal in Seward. Don't let the distance deter you — getting there is part of the adventure! There are multiple ways to get from Anchorage to Seward: train, motor coach, or rental car. The trip takes anywhere from 2.5 to 4 hours depending on your mode of travel. Compare rates on cheap flights to Anchorage.


✈️ Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)

📍 5000 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502 — approx. 120 miles / 2.5–4 hours from Seward

Served by most major US and international airlines, ANC is the primary gateway for cruise passengers sailing to or from Seward. From the airport, passengers can reach Seward by train, motor coach, or rental car — each offering a scenic journey through Alaska's breathtaking landscapes.

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Train
4+ hours
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Motor Coach
~3 hours
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Rental Car
2.5–5 hrs

🚂 Taking the Train to Seward

The Alaska Railroad runs between Anchorage and Seward — a relaxing and breathtaking way to experience Alaska. With a see-through domed roof, you won't miss a thing on the 4+ hour journey.

Base fare (one way)
$89
GoldStar service
$165
✅ GoldStar includes meals, coffee, soft drinks, and 2 adult beverages — plus access to the outdoor viewing deck, the only one of its kind in the world.

🚌 Seward Airport & Cruise Port Shuttles

Numerous companies offer motor coach shuttle service between Anchorage and Seward. Most offer sightseeing tours with photo-op stops, as well as direct narrated routes (~3 hours) with drop-off at the port, the airport, hotels, or car rental companies.

🏨 Seward Area Hotels with Shuttle

🚗 Car Rentals in Seward

All major car rental companies are available in Anchorage, but only Hertz has a location in Seward itself. Having your own vehicle is ideal for exploring the Seward Highway National Scenic Byway — you can make the trip take 5 hours or stretch it into 2 full days of adventure.