Some drives are just a way to get from Point A to Point B. This is not that drive. You will definitely want to save this Anchorage to Seward Road Trip Itinerary.
If you’re planning a trip to Alaska, the stretch between Anchorage and Seward needs to be on your list. It’s honestly one of the most beautiful drives I’ve ever done. And even though it’s “only” about 2.5 hours on paper, good luck staying in the car that long without pulling over a dozen times. The whole thing feels like you’re driving through a screensaver. Today, I’m sharing all my favorite stops — the ones you can’t miss, and a few you might just stumble across if you’re lucky.
Overview of the Drive from Anchorage to Seward
The basics: It’s about 125 miles from Anchorage to Seward, mostly along the stunning Seward Highway (AK-1, switching to AK-9 near the end). No major turns, no complicated directions — just pure scenery the whole way.
Officially, the drive should take about 2.5 hours. Realistically? Block off a full day. You’re going to want to stop. A lot…