Getting to Philadelphia is easy. So is getting around.
Getting to Philadelphia
By Car:
Philadelphia is conveniently located just 2 hours from New York City, 90 minutes from Baltimore and 2.5 hours from Washington, D.C. Major access routes include I-95, I-76, I-476, along with the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Turnpikes.
By Rail:
Amtrak operates from 30th Street Station in Philadelphia with service along the Northeast Corridor. 30th Street Station is just a few minutes cab ride (or about a four minute run) from Center City.
By Air:
Philadelphia International Airport is served by most major airlines. Several new discount air carriers provide affordable and convenient flights into Philadelphia. A cab ride from Philadelphia International Airport to Center City takes approximately 20 minutes for a rate of $30. Or, take the high-speed SEPTA train departing the airport every 30 minutes with service to Center City. One-way train fare is $5.50.
Getting to the Start/Finish Line
The Philadelphia Marathon will begin and end near our world-renowned Museum of Art at the end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. You know, right in front of those famous steps where Rocky sprinted up, sparking countless imitations ever since.
Center City is compact and very walkable. However, if your feet get tired, we encourage runners and spectators to use public transportation on race day.
Philadelphia’s mass transit system, SEPTA, offers two subway lines, regional rail service to and from the surrounding suburbs, and bus service throughout the city. Several SEPTA buses (Nos. 7, 32, 38, 43, and 48) currently serve the Museum area.
Please check with SEPTA at (215) 580-7800 for information about schedules, drop-off and pick-up locations, and route detours. Also, if you’re planning to do a lot of “running around” on race day, please ask about SEPTA’s unlimited access one-day pass.
To catch a cab in Center City, just head for the nearest street corner and flag one down. Or call:
| City Cab Company | (215) 492-6500 |
| Quaker City Cab | (215) 728-8000 |
Parking Information
There are several parking garages and lots conveniently located on or near Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Below are just several options, and a parking map to help you with your selection. Rates and availability may vary.
Garages
- 206 N. 22nd Street, Patriot Parking, Inc., 47 spaces, 448 feet from the Parkway, (215) 772-1511
- 21st Street & The Parkway, Expert Parking, 342 spaces, 1194 feet from the Parkway, (215) 568-4025
- 1815 Cherry Street, InterPark, 694 spaces, 1457 feet from the Parkway, (215) 955-8568
Lots
- 151 N. 23rd Street, Patriot Parking, Inc., 175 spaces, 879 feet from the Parkway, (215) 925-1682
- 1900 Arch Street, Central Parking System, 150 spaces, 1037 feet from the Parkway, (215) 563-3650
- 22nd & Walden Streets, Patriot Parking, Inc., 94 spaces, 1136 feet from the Parkway,
(215) 925-1682 - 50 N. 23rd Street, Patriot Parking, Inc., 640 spaces, 1169 feet from the Parkway, (215) 925-1682
- 1901 Arch Street, Central Parking System, 108 spaces, 1237 feet from the Parkway,
(215) 563-3650 - 19th & Callowhill Streets, Philadelphia Parking Authority, 191 spaces, 1309 feet from the
Parkway, (215) 683-9600 - 1800 Arch Street, Impark, 420 spaces, 1658 feet feet from the Parkway, (215) 574-0830