Travel Information

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. 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.

Lyft and Uber are widely used for transportation from the airport.  The typical cost is approximately $40-50 each way. 

zTrip Pittsburgh is also an option for airport transfers and other transports around the Pittsburgh region. Attendees can book trips via phone, mobile app, or their website, all listed below. 

Phone: (412) 777-7777
Mobile App: zTrip
Website: www.ztrip.com

zTrip also operates SuperShuttle, which can be booked via www.supershuttle.com or 1-800-BLUE VAN.

Pittsburgh International Airport

1000 Airport Blvd, 
Pittsburgh, PA 15231

Car rental information at the airport. 
Ride sharing information at the airport. 

United Discount

Reservations and Ticketing options
Click here and enter the Z code & Agreement code (no space) in the Offer Code box. Discount will be applied at time of ticketing.

Z Code: ZPAM

Agreement Code: 789610

United Meeting & Group Reservations (US and Canada)
Call United Meetings Reservations: (800) 426-1122
7 am-9 pm CST M-F
7 am-5 pm CST S-S

First Letter of Fare Basis Applicable Discount
J, C, D, O, Y, B, M, E, U, H: 8%  |  D, Z, P, A, Q, V, W, S, T, L: 2% 

Directions and Parking

To view the full details on getting to the David L. Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA, click here.

If you are driving to the conference, you can either park at the hotel you are staying or in the parking garage located on 10th street outside the convention center. The current rates are listed below (subject to change): 

0-2 Hours: $8; 2-6 Hours: $12; 6-8 Hours: $14; 8-15 Hours: $16; 15-24 Hours: $30

DLCC Directions and Parking

Hertz Car Rental

Hertz is offering a 20% discount off the retail rate during our conference dates, October 27-30, 2024. To receive the discount just enter CDP 2188961 under the add a discount code when making the reservation.

All bookings and discounts are handled directly through Hertz. NACADA is not responsible for rental reservations made with Hertz. Call 1-800-654-3131 for assistance and questions. 

Book Your Rental Car

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)

Use the Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), bus or light rail train for easy access around the Pittsburgh downtown area. You can find costs here: fare information. 

Walking Downtown Pittsburgh

Use the Three Rivers Heritage Trail to get some exercise throughout your time in Pittsburgh. It is a 33-mile nonlinear trail and provides access to many neighborhoods. 

Biking Downtown Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is a very bike friendly city. If you are interested in getting around via bike, check out more information here.