| Getting There & Away Philadelphia's airport, located just 5 miles (8km) southwest of the city, is served by direct flights from Europe, the Caribbean and Canada, with connections to Asia, Africa, South America as well as over 100 destinations in the US. Buses travel to Philadelphia from New York City, Newark, Atlantic City, Washington DC and even San Francisco (an excruciating 27-hour ride). If you prefer to take a train, Philadelphia is on Amtrak's Northeast Corridor route which runs between Richmond, Virginia, and Boston, Massachusetts, via Washington DC and New York City. There are also trains west to Lancaster, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh and Chicago and south to Florida. NJ Transit has a frequent rail service between Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Several highways lead through and around Philadelphia, making it easy to come and go by car. From the north and south, the Delaware Expressway (I-95) follows the eastern edge of the city beside the Delaware River, while the Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276) runs east across the north of the city and over the river to connect with the New Jersey Turnpike. Ferries operate on the Delaware River between Penn's Landing in Philadelphia and Camden, New Jersey. Getting Around Philadelphia A high speed rail line connects the airport and city center. The journey takes about 25 minutes and trains leave every half hour. Taxis cost from 20 to 25 USD to the downtown area and travel time is about 20 to 30 minutes. Philadelphia is also served by Amtrak and 30th Street Station close to many city center hotels. Depending on the weather, Philadelphia is a pleasant place in which to get around on foot, being relatively compact and safe. |
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