Philadelphia Museum of Art, Western Pennsylvania Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from Western Pennsylvania, start by getting onto I-76 E (Pennsylvania Turnpike). Follow I-76 E for approximately 270 miles. Once you approach Philadelphia, take exit 34 for I-676 E toward Central Philadelphia. Continue on I-676 E for about 1.5 miles and take the exit toward the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Merge onto N 15th St and follow the signs for the Philadelphia Museum of Art. You will find parking options nearby, but be prepared for parking fees that can range from $10 to $20.

• Public Transportation (Train)

  For those using public transportation, take the Amtrak train from various stations in Western Pennsylvania to 30th Street Station in Philadelphia. From 30th Street Station, you can take the SEPTA Trolley Line 11, 13, 34, or 36 toward the city center. Get off at the 69th Street Terminal and transfer to the Market-Frankford Line (blue line) at 69th Street. Ride to 15th Street Station, then walk approximately 0.5 miles to the museum. The total fare for the train is approximately $30, and the trolley fare is around $2.50.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  You can also take a Greyhound or Megabus from various locations in Western Pennsylvania directly to Philadelphia. Once you arrive at the bus terminal, transfer to the SEPTA subway by taking the Market-Frankford Line (blue line) toward 69th Street. Get off at the 15th Street Station and walk approximately 0.5 miles to the museum. Bus fares typically range from $20 to $50, depending on your departure city.

• Ride-sharing Service

  For a more direct route, consider using a ride-sharing service like Uber or Lyft. Simply input 'Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130' as your destination. Depending on your starting location in Western Pennsylvania, the cost can vary widely, typically ranging from $50 to $100.