Transfer from Anchorage to Seward
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Transfer from Anchorage to Seward
Hi, we are planning a southbound cruise from Seward to Vancouver on 18th September. We will reach Anchorage on 17th evening. Can anyone suggest some budget accommodation for 1 night in Anchorage that is convenient for transfer to the Seward port next day. And also train or bus? A little bit of sightseeing, probably half day at Seward or Anchorage? Thanks in advance.
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The last run on the Alaska Railway from Anchorage to Seward leaves Sept. 18. It departs at 6:45 and arrives in Seward at 11:05am. IMO, it merits the place of an Alaskan cruise excursion all on its own. Link: https://www.alaskarailroad.com/
There are also be buses, which may or may not be less expensive.
There are also be buses, which may or may not be less expensive.
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Ask your cruise line or agent about transfers. There are several ways to go about this, from cruise line buses, the train, or you could rent/hire a car and drive (very scenic.)
You might want to consult the Alaska board on Cruise Critic - http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=55 - where this question comes up regularly.
You might want to consult the Alaska board on Cruise Critic - http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=55 - where this question comes up regularly.
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There are a few shuttles, but need to booked ahead, they may sell out.
Here's one company (the one I used)
http://www.akcruiseshuttle.com/seward/
Another one I saw recommended was A Alaska
You can find others on the official website, such as Park Connection
http://www.alaskacoach.com/routes/anchorage-seward.html
www.anchorage.net
The lodging I wound up at was Guest House, included pickup from the airport. It was fine, the neighborhood is downtown so can be a little sketchy after dark but they security seemed good and I didn't need to park a car there!.
http://www.redlion.com/anchorage
Here's one company (the one I used)
http://www.akcruiseshuttle.com/seward/
Another one I saw recommended was A Alaska
You can find others on the official website, such as Park Connection
http://www.alaskacoach.com/routes/anchorage-seward.html
www.anchorage.net
The lodging I wound up at was Guest House, included pickup from the airport. It was fine, the neighborhood is downtown so can be a little sketchy after dark but they security seemed good and I didn't need to park a car there!.
http://www.redlion.com/anchorage
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I did Anchorage to Seward by bus, and Seward to Anchorage by train.
Both rides were pleasant and scenic, but the train ride was spectacular, and I would recommend it.
As for accommodations in Anchorage, I stayed at the Days Inn, which is walking distance to the train station. It was convenient and reasonable. It also had an airport and train station shuttle.
I just did a search for availability and it keeps landing me on "Guest House Suites", so maybe it has changed. The prices were under $100, which is very reasonable for Alaska.
Both rides were pleasant and scenic, but the train ride was spectacular, and I would recommend it.
As for accommodations in Anchorage, I stayed at the Days Inn, which is walking distance to the train station. It was convenient and reasonable. It also had an airport and train station shuttle.
I just did a search for availability and it keeps landing me on "Guest House Suites", so maybe it has changed. The prices were under $100, which is very reasonable for Alaska.