Getting Back to Swarthmore
Getting to Swarthmore
Train
Amtrak trains arrive at Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station. From there, take the SEPTA Media/Elwyn line to Swarthmore station (approximately 30-minute trip). Visit septa.org for the latest schedule.
Driving Directions
Visit swarthmore.edu/visitors for driving directions, or call Alumni Weekend headquarters at 610-328-7332.
Parking
Parking is available on Field House Lane and in the Cunningham lot (on College Avenue across Route 320), Benjamin West lot, and DuPont lot (near the water tower).
Accessible parking is available close to buildings throughout campus, but only vehicles with special accessibilities placards or license plates can park in those designated areas; others will be towed. Learn more about accessible parking.
Getting to Swarthmore from the Airport
Train
From Philadelphia International Airport, take the SEPTA Airport Line to University City station in Philadelphia, then transfer to the outbound Media/Elwyn line. Visit septa.org for schedules.
Driving Directions
By car from the airport, take I-95 south to exit 7, I-476 north/Plymouth Meeting. Take I-476 to exit 3, Media/Swarthmore. Turn right at the base of the exit ramp onto Baltimore Pike. After about one-half mile, turn right onto Route 320 south. Follow signs to visitor parking.
Taxi
County Cab of Philadelphia (610-622-8000) provides taxi service between the airport and campus. The cost is about $30 and takes about 20 minutes. You must reserve a cab in advance.
Leaving Swarthmore
Airport Shuttle
The College runs shuttle buses from the Rose Garden Circle to Philadelphia International Airport on Sunday at the top of every hour, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Space is limited, so please sign up on the sheets posted in the Parrish Hall entryway adjacent to the Rose Garden by Saturday at 8 p.m.
Taxi
County Cab of Philadelphia (610-622-8000) provides taxi service between the airport and campus. The cost is about $30 and takes about 20 minutes. You must reserve a cab in advance.
Trains to Center City and the Airport
Trains on the Media/Elwyn Line depart Swarthmore bound for Philadelphia on Saturday and Sunday at 46 minutes past the hour, beginning at 5:46 a.m. To continue on to the airport, ride the Media/Elwyn Line to University City station, then transfer to the Airport Line, which departs every 30 minutes. Visit septa.org for schedules and additional information.
