Philadelphia is the second largest city on the East Coast and ranks fifth in the US. With its rich history, culture and many
significant landmarks, Philly attracts millions of tourists every year. The city is served by the
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) and has a well planned, efficient transportation network providing easy connectivity to people to travel across the city via airways, rails, roadways (car, bus, taxis, rapid transit, trolleys), and cruise ships.
Travel to Philadelphia by Air
Airways is one of the essential modes of transportation in Philadelphia. The
Philadelphia International Airport is the major airport serving the city. One can reach the airport by taking buses, taxis and cars.
Philadelphia International Airport
The Philadelphia International Airport is the only major airport serving Philadelphia. Located seven miles from Center City, the airport is served by all major domestic airlines and is a major hub for US Airways as well. Taxis charge a flat rate of $25 for travel between Center City and the airport.
Address: 8000 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, United States
Phone: 215-937-6937www.phl.org/Pages
Travel to Philadelphia by Train
Getting to Philadelphia by train is an exciting experience. Train services in Philadelphia are reliable and easiest modes of communication. Railroads such as Amtrak, SEPTA, NJ Transit, PATCO provide rail services to the city.
Amtrak
Amtrak provides rail service to Philadelphia. Amtrak’s 30th Street Station is minutes from Center City hotels and the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Contact: (800) USA-RAIL
For more information on Amtrak Click HereSEPTAThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) provides local train service in Philadelphia. Customers have a variety of fare options and discounted fares may be purchased at stations. The cash fare of $2.25 on transit services is the simplest way to ride.
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Market Street, Philadelphia PA 19107
Phone: 215-580-7853www.septa.orgFor SEPTA fares Click HereClick here for more SEPTA contact detailsNJ TransitNJ Transit serves points all around the State of New Jersey from
Market Street in Philadelphia, 30th Street Station and Trenton Transit Center.
Contact: 973-275-5555For more information Click HerePATCOPATCO provides service through Camden County on the high speed line to Lindenwold.
Contact: 856-772-6900For more information Click HereLearn more about PATCO
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Local Travel in Philadelphia
Local travel in Philadelphia is considered to be the safest, convenient and easiest transportation option. Philadelphia local travel is felicitated by buses, cars and taxis. With a minimum travel rate, local travel ensures best travel to visitors.
Buses
Philadelphia has excellent bus service with daily arrivals from all over the country. Greyhound Lines, Megabus, BoltBus, SEPTA, NJ Transit, Academy Bus Tours and New Century Travel provides bus service in the city.
MegabusMegabus has bus service to Philadelphia from nearby East Coast cities and specializes in double-decker buses. Offering affordable fares, Megabus provides the perfect way to start trip to Historic Philadelphia with a stop at 30th Street Station and the Independence Visitor Center.
Phone: 1-877-GO-MEGA
www.us.megabus.comBoltBusBoltBus has bus service to Philadelphia from nearby East Coast cities. It offers spacious seating and affordable fares. BoltBus offers an affordable option of $1 “Bolt for a Buck” fares.
Phone:1-877-BOLTBUS
www.boltbus.comGreyhound LinesLocated at 10th and Filbert Streets, the Greyhound Bus Terminal provides affordable travel options. It also offers reduced fares from New York City to Philadelphia when booked three days in advance.
Phone: 215-931-4075www.greyhound.com
SEPTASEPTA provides affordable local trips with its bus, trolley and subway services taking you anywhere you want to go in Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Phone: 215-580-7800
www.septa.orgNJ TransitNJ Transit buses service routes between Philadelphia and South Jersey.
Phone: 800-772-2222www.njtransit.com
Academy Bus ToursAcademy Bus Tours is the premier bus service in the Northeast, providing charter bus service and charter bus rentals in Philadelphia.
Phone:215-665-1732www.academybus.com
New Century TravelNew Century Travel provides daily charter bus to Philadelphia.
Phone: 215-336-2055www.2000coach.com
Cars
All major car rental companies have outlets at the airport or in Center City. So car rental also can be opted for local travel around the city.
National Car Rental: 215-387-9077
Alamo Rent-A-Car: 1(888) 233-8749
Avis Rent A Car: 215-563-4477
Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 1-800-261-7331
Hertz: (215) 492-7205
Thrifty: 1-800-334-1705
Taxis
Taxis are one of the best ways to get to various destinations throughout the city and are found all over town.
Olde City Taxi: (215) 338-0838
Capital: (215) 235-2200
Quaker City Cab: (215) 728-8000
City Cab: (215) 492-6500
Liberty Cab: (215) 389-8000
All City Taxi: (215) 467-6666
Convention Cab: (215) 462-0200
Yellow Cab: (267) 672-7391
RiverLink FerryPhiladelphia’s Penn’s Landing is connected to the attractions on the Camden Waterfront by the
RiverLik Ferry. In this 12-minute scenic river tour visitors get the opportunity to view the sensational waterfront highlights and the spectacular skyline of the city.
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