Car Hire in Seward Center

Seward sits on Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula and is the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. With 2 rental agencies in downtown you can easily explore the area – it's about 200 km (2.5 hours) south of Anchorage via Seward Highway. The town is known for Exit Glacier and Alaska SeaLife Center.

Seward Highway from Anchorage is one of the USA's most scenic routes and passes Turnagain Arm and Kenai Lake. In downtown Seward, 4th Avenue leads to the harbor and ferry service to Kenai Fjords. Exit Glacier Road (about 13 km from downtown) is open to vehicles during summer months.

Park at Small Boat Harbor and take a boat tour to Kenai Fjords – the rental car is best used to reach Exit Glacier. Seward Highway can have snow and ice even in May – choose a vehicle with AWD. Visit Lowell Point (about 5 km south of downtown) for kayaking and ocean views.

How long does it take to drive from Anchorage to Seward? It's about 200 km via Seward Highway and takes approximately 2.5 hours under normal road conditions. Can I drive to Exit Glacier with a rental car?

Yes, Exit Glacier Road is about 13 km from Seward downtown and open to passenger vehicles from late spring to early fall. Are there parking options in Seward downtown? Yes, there is free parking along 4th Avenue and at Small Boat Harbor, but during summer when cruise ships visit, it can be tight.

We compare prices from all major providers at Seward Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.