THE 92ND ANNUAL EASTERN REGION CONVENTION

Philadelphia, PA | April 25 – 28, 2024

Philadelphia is the second-largest city on the East Coast and ranks sixth in the nation, with a metropolitan population of more than 6 million people and a thriving Center City that’s incredibly easy to get to.

Conveniently located in the middle of the Northeast Corridor, Philly is 100 miles south of New York, 133 miles north of Washington, D.C. and 55 miles from Atlantic City.

More than 63 million people – approximately a quarter of the U.S. population – live within a 5.5-hour drive from Philadelphia, where the Liberty Bell, award-winning restaurants and stellar arts institutions await.

But you don’t have to drive.

Approximately a quarter of the U.S. population lives within a 5.5-hour drive of Philadelphia.

Those who want to kick back and relax en route to the City of Brotherly Love can hop on Amtrak, which provides service along the Northeast Corridor and points west and south; or arrive via bus through popular lines offered by Greyhound, FlixBus and Megabus, connecting Philadelphia with Boston, New York City, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), approximately seven miles from Center City, serves 25 airlines with nearly 500 daily departures to more than 120 destinations worldwide. Southwest Airlines offers daily nonstop flights to cities like Orlando, Denver, Atlanta, Chicago, Las Vegas and Phoenix. With American Airlines, international travelers can also take advantage of service to such destinations as London, Rome, Toronto, Budapest, Cancun, Paris and the Bahamas.

By Plane

Located just seven miles from Center City, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is served by all major domestic carriers and is a major international hub for American Airlines.

Airlines serving Philadelphia International Airport include:
 
 

Navigating travel to and from PHL is simple, thanks to frequent public transportation service and access to cab and car services:

  • SEPTA’s Airport Regional Rail Line serves the airport from University City, 30th Street, Suburban and Jefferson Stations
  • Amtrak connects to SEPTA’s Airport Regional Rail at William H. Gray III 30th Street Station
  • Three SEPTA bus routes serve several areas in the region: Route 37 to/from South Philadelphia and Chester, Pa.; Route 108 to/from 69th Street Transportation Center; and Route 115 to/from Suburban Square in Ardmore.

Taxis charge a flat rate of $28.50 for travel between Center City and the airport, or you can pay the meter to go anywhere else in the metro area ($2.70 upon entry plus $2.30 per mile). Travelers can also hail a Lyft or Uber to their destination. Seven rental car agencies operate at PHL for travelers who want to venture out on their own.

Centrally located between five other regional and international airports, Philadelphia is a breeze to get to for visitors flying through other cities. A short train, bus or car ride from any of these airports will have you exploring Philly in two hours or less:

For more information, contact the Philadelphia International Airport  (215) 937-6800

 

 

By Car

Philadelphia is remarkably easy to get to by car. Just a two-hour drive from New York City and Baltimore, three hours from Washington, D.C., and about an hour from Lancaster County, Atlantic City and the beaches of the New Jersey shore, Philly is the perfect destination for a spontaneous day trip, weekend getaway or much-needed vacation.

Philly is 100 miles south of New York, 133 miles north of Washington, D.C. and 55 miles from Atlantic City.

Philadelphia is served by the PA Turnpike (I-276), I-76, I-476, I-95, US-1 and the New Jersey Turnpike.

  • AAA – Call (800) 222-4357 for emergency road service
  • Live Traffic Map – Get real-time traffic information
  • Car Sharing and Rentals– Why own when you can borrow? Rates for services like Enterprise CarShare and Zipcar cover everything from insurance and maintenance to parking and even gas, and many car rental companies operate throughout the city, including at Philadelphia International Airport.
  • Ride Sharing – Enjoy the convenience of getting picked up and dropped off by Lyft or Uber

Parking Information

Ditch Your Car – One of the things that makes Philadelphia great is its compact Center City. Our neighborhoods are so walk-able that you really don’t need your car. After arriving, you can get around Center City and most of Philadelphia’s eclectic neighborhoods easily on foot, via cab or public transportation.

If you’re driving in to town, store your car in a garage upon arrival and get out there and experience the city.

Parking Lots and Garages – You can find everything you need to know about parking in Philly from the Philadelphia Parking Authority. Find a parking lot or garage near your destination (an attraction, hotel or neighborhood). Type in a specific address or choose from a list of popular locations. Then you can compare nearby garages by their hours and rates.

Meter Parking and meterUP App – Philadelphia has thousands of metered and non-metered timed spaces throughout the city, with rates and time limits that vary depending on location. Many neighborhoods have replaced coin-operated meters with parking kiosks that offer a variety of payment options, including credit cards. Skip the kiosks altogether and use the meterUP app to pay for parking right from your phone. Look up! The posted meter, meterUP and regulation signs can help you figure out where to park and when. The red signs tell you when you can’t park; the green signs tell you when and how long you can park.

For more information about parking, visit our Parking in Philadelphia page or the Philadelphia Parking Authority website.

By Train

Philadelphia is served by Amtrak, which operates rail service along the Northeast Corridor stretching from Boston to Washington, and other major cities in the United States and Canada. Amtrak’s William H. Gray III 30th Street Station is minutes from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and Center City hotels, and offers visitors a grand welcome to Philadelphia. The nearly 100-year-old station greets visitors from the platforms with stunning art deco details and modern amenities that complement the historic architectural features.

Other Trains

Local train service is provided by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), which also connects to NJ Transit trains in Trenton en route to New York. NJ Transit trains also depart from William H. Gray III 30th Street Station for Atlantic City.

By Bus

Bus service to and from Philadelphia is excellent, with daily service to all parts of the country.

Greyhound leaves from 100 Spring Garden Street, traveling to such popular cities as New York, Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C. Don’t forget to check out Greyhound’s Deals & Promotions before booking your trip.

Service to NYC and DC is also available on Megabus, which both offer spacious seating, free Wi-Fi and affordable fares starting at just $1. Certain Megabus trips depart from 30th Street & JFK Boulevard while others depart from 2nd and Spring Garden streets. In addition to New York and DC, service is available to Boston, Baltimore and Richmond, Va.

For local trips, SEPTA’s bus, trolley and subway services will take you anywhere you want to go in Southeastern Pennsylvania. NJ Transit buses travel between Philadelphia and such South Jersey destinations as Atlantic City, the Cherry Hill Mall and Gloucester Premium Outlets in Blackwood, N.J.

Accessibility Information

Many Philadelphia attractions, museums, restaurants and hotels are accessible to people with disabilities.