AIRPORT SHUTTLE

Downtown hotels do not have private shuttle service to and from the airport, but rest assured, there are plenty of transportation options to make travel throughout Pittsburgh a breeze.

Taxi and Rideshare Service (from airport)

Average fare from the airport to Downtown is $40+. zTrip (silver taxis) do not surge charge. Uber and Lyft are available as well. Upon arrival at the airport, proceed to the landside terminal, lower level, exit through the "commercial" doors, and proceed to the taxi stand area on the curb where cabs will be waiting. It is always recommended that you confirm costs with your driver prior to your trip to avoid any confusion when you arrive at your destination. 

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) – the 28X Airport Flyer (budget conscious option)

One-way fare to/from the airport is $2.75. Exact change is required, and fairs are paid upon boarding. Mobile ticketing options are available. Click here to view tickets and passes available for mobile purchase. Passengers are responsible for handling their bags both on and off the vehicle. Tipping operators is not permitted. Upon arriving at the airport, you can board the 28X at Door 6. Click here to find the schedule and current rate. Schedules are subject to change, so please check the website right before you depart for Pittsburgh. 

The ride from the airport to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLCC) takes approximately 35 minutes. The stop for the Westin Convention Center Hotel is Liberty Avenue at Wood Street, and it is a 6-minute walk (.3 miles) to the DLCC. For additional information, please visit PRT’s website or call (412) 442-2000.

Car Rental Companies (located at the airport)

Car rental counters are located on the baggage claim level of the Landside Terminal. Rental car pick-up and return areas are located on the lower-level of the parking garage.

Alamo 800-397-9633

Avis 412-472-5200

Budget 800-527-0700

Dollar 800-800-4000

Enterprise 412-472-3490

Hertz 800-654-3131

National 412-472-5045

For a nominal fee, the Traveler’s Aid Society, also located on the baggage claim level of the Landside Terminal, offers a car seat loan program for passengers arriving at the airport with an infant or child.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AROUND TOWN

Pittsburgh Regional Transit

PRT has more than 700 buses, 83 light rail vehicles and the Monongahela and Duquesne Inclines to make getting around Pittsburgh quick, easy and affordable. PRT also sponsors the ACCESS program, the nation’s largest paratransit program of its kind for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. Travel within Downtown (the triangle) Pittsburgh is FREE. Contact PRT or call (412) 442-2000 for schedules and more.

Light Rail - The 'T'

The ‘T’ is a 26.2-mile light rail system that runs from the North Shore and Downtown through Pittsburgh's southern neighborhoods and many South Hills suburbs. The 'T' serves Downtown with a four-stop loop including stops at First Avenue Parking Garage, Steel Plaza at Grant Street, Wood Street and Gateway Center. Stops on the North Shore include North Side and Allegheny Station. Travel within Downtown (the triangle) and North Shore is FREE 24/7. Contact PRT or call (412) 442-2000 for schedules and more.

Public Bus

PRT’s fleet of 700 buses operates 365 days a year, servicing more than 7,000 stops throughout Allegheny County. You can take any public bus for a cash fare or ConnectCard fare of $2.75, or you can purchase a 3-hour or day(s) mobile ticket pass. Stops are located all throughout Downtown and near the DLCC. Discount fares are available for individuals with disabilities and children ages 6-11. Seniors 65+ ride free, as do children 5 years of age or younger when accompanied by a paying adult. Police, fire and municipal employees ride for free on all PRT services while in full uniform. Proof of eligibility is required for all discounted passengers. Contact PRT or call (412) 442-2000 for schedules and more.

Taxi & Rideshare Service 

All major hotels in the Downtown area have taxis waiting outside their front doors. In other areas of the city, look for "taxi stands." You can also call for a taxi by dialing 412-777-7777 for zTrip or Black Car Services at (412) 444-4444 x6. Both zTrip and Black Car Services can be requested using the zTrip app on your smart device.  Click here to download the app. 

Uber & Lyft are also available. Arrange a car via the apps on your smart device.

PARKING

There are over 20,000 parking spaces in Downtown Pittsburgh operated by ALCO Parking and the Pittsburgh Parking Authority. For information on their garages and lots, including questions regarding oversize vehicle parking, visit their respective websites: Pittsburgh Parking Authority and Alco Parking.

On-street metered parking is also available Downtown. These are pay-by-license plate meters, so look for the nearest kiosk after parking.

For real-time parking availability in the downtown area, please use ParkPGH download the app. The ParkPGH app provides real-time parking availability for garages in Pittsburgh's Cultural District. If you do not have access to internet or a smart phone, text "PARKING" to 412-423-8980 or call 412-423-8982.

BICYCLING

If you are interested in exploring Pittsburgh by bike, Bike Pittsburgh has a variety of resources to make your trek enjoyable and worry-free, including the Bike Commuting 101 Guide. Every PRT bus also provides a bike rack.

Need to rent a bike? We've got options! Golden Triangle Bike Rental on First Avenue in Downtown offers 2-hour, half-day, full-day and overnight options that will allow you to explore 20+ miles of traffic-free bike paths bordering the three rivers with spectacular views of Downtown, South Side and North Side.

Or, if you are looking to get from one side of town to the other on a bike, register for POGOH, Pittsburgh's e-assist bike share program, to rent a bicycle from any of the conveniently located POGOH stations 24/7 for as little as $3.50 for every half hour.