Travel Instructions

Traveling to Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., is easily accessible by air, rail, and bus from cities throughout the United States. The following options may help when planning travel to Georgetown University for the Music Sustainability Forum.

Planes

Washington, D.C., has two primary airports. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest to Georgetown University and is typically about a 15-minute drive from campus. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) offers both domestic and international service and is located roughly 30 minutes from central Washington.

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is another strong option and often provides additional flight choices for both domestic and international travelers.

Trains

Amtrak provides convenient rail service throughout the Northeast Corridor, connecting many cities to Washington’s Union Station. Most trains offer onboard Wi-Fi and luggage space, and multiple departures run daily.

From Union Station, travelers can reach Georgetown by taxi, rideshare, or Metrobus.

And Automobiles

Intercity bus travel is also widely available, with companies such as FlixBus, Greyhound, and Megabus offering service into Washington from many nearby cities.

For those driving, Georgetown University offers paid parking in the Southwest Garage (3611 Canal Road NW).

Getting to the forum on campus

Friday, April 10
Alumni House
3604 O Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

Saturday, April 11
Mortara Center for International Studies
3600 N Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

Both venues are located a short walk from Georgetown University’s main gates.

Accessibility map of the Mortara Center (lower right) and Alumni House (upper right):