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Getting Around

Transportation by the College

The Center for International Programs provides transportation to the

  • Social Security Office
  • doctors offices
  • in times of emergency
  • Social Activities - available for all Ursinus students through the Office of Leadership and Student Activities. More information and details

Getting to Philadelphia

By Plane

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is served by all major domestic carriers and is a major hub for US Airways. Visit the PHL website for more information.

By Train

Amtrak provides service to Philadelphia along the Northeast Corridor (Boston, New York, Baltimore and D.C.) as well as Keystone Service from Harrisburg and Lancaster. Amtrak trains arrive at 30th Street Station.

By Bus

Bus service is available from most major cities in the East. Greyhound buses arrive at the Norristown Transportation Center located less than 10 miles from campus, while MegaBus and BoltBus go to Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station.

Getting to Ursinus

Public Transportation

SEPTA is the regional transportation system that provides bus, trolley, subway and regional rail service to the greater Philadelphia area. To get to Ursinus, take the Manayunk/Norristown regional rail line from 30th Street Station to Norristown. At Norristown, take the 93 bus towards Pottstown. The bus stops at the gate to campus.

Visit the SEPTA website for schedules.

Taxi and Car Service