Transportation
Ground Transport Options
Please note the start of this section provides transport options and information for national resources. Please scroll down the page to locate additional specific getting around information for a list of major cities.
Transportation options in every State of America and Canada are not the same. Some cities have excellent public trains, buses and transportation while other States/Provinces rely on car and taxi’s for getting around.
Taxi’s are not readily accessible in all cities including the larger major cities. In Los Angeles for example, do not expect to hail a cab off the street or find them easy to locate in every town. Hence best to telephone for taxi service. In New York City and Chicago, taxi’s are easily hailed from the street. A great resource is to use TaxiMagic.com to book taxi’s by mobile devices or via the internet. Taxi companies vary by city and State. Please note not all taxi’s except credits, you must inquire in advance if you wish to pay by credit card or always ask the taxi driver prior to entering the vehicle.
Car service with professional driver for hire options are easily obtained in most major cities and can save you time and provide great resource while traveling and getting around. Alternatively, car rental hire services provide great options with gps navigation to guide you to your destination by providing automated directions in your car. Some of the best city choices for you for car rental hire or car/driver are Los Angeles/California and Seattle/Washington State. Just remember in North America you drive on the other side of the road than back at home and different rules of the road do apply.
Traffic is a reality in a big country like America so please plan ahead; ask your client when booking your business meetings about distances and recommendations for best transportation options.
In many cities of America and Canada tourism industry businesses are located ‘outside’ of the downtown or CBD areas.
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Rail Services
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Amtrak
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1.800.USA.RAIL
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Car & Driver Services
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Carey Transportation
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1.800.336.4646
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National Limousine Assoc
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Database of car/driver business members nationally
1 800.652.7007 |
www.nlaride.com |
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Uber Car Service
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This is a community ride share & taxi alternative car service
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Taxi
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Taxi Magic
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International mobile app for booking taxi’s can also book on the internet or via phone text
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Rental Cars
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Carrentals.Com
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Competitive prices on all Car Rentals listed below
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Avis
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1.800.831.2847
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Alamo
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1.800.462.5266
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Budget
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1.800.527.0700
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Dollar
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1.800.800.3665
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Enterprise
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1.800.736.8222
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Hertz
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1.800.645.3131
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Thrifty
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1.877.283.0898
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Global Positioning System) will give you step by step directions and are available at all car rental companies for an additional fee. Ask when making your reservation.
Portable Cellular Telephones can also be rented through most car rental companies for an additional fee. |
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Boston
| Transportation From Boston (Logan) Airport | ||
| Boston (Logan) Airport is located 4 miles from Downtown. Taxi transfer – approximate 30 mins. | ||
| Taxi Cab Companys | ||
| Taxi | $20-$25 from Airport to Downtown – 15 minutes | |
| Shuttle/Coach | Shuttles are available and easily accessible. | |
| Train | $2.00 from Airport to Downtown – 25 minutes For further information: www.mbta.com |
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Chicago
| Transportation From Chicago Airport | ||
| Taxi |
$38 to $46: Share-a-cab $24 -$32 – Airport to Downtown
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$28 – Continental Airport Express to downtown hotels. |
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| Train | $2.00 – RTA Blue Line train from Airport (follow railcar signs) direct to the Loop (Downtown) Often faster than cabs during rush hour; a good choice for travelers with carry-on luggage. www.rtachicago.com | |
Los Angeles
| Transportation From LAX Airport | ||
| Some LAX Airport Hotels offer free shuttle service from airport. Check with your hotel. | ||
| Taxi Cab Companies | ||
| United Independent Taxi | 800.822.8294 | Credit Cards Upon Request |
| Taxi Co-op | Santa Monica 800.469.8294 |
Credit Cards Upon Request |
| Sedan Limo Shuttles | Door-to-Door Airport Shuttle Service. Shuttle fares are 30% to 70% cheaper than taxi for travelers who are alone, but couples or groups may find taxi fares competitive and faster. | |
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| For shuttle bus, proceed to Shuttle Bus Stop located outside of Baggage Claim | ||
| Super Shuttle | 310.782.6600 800.258.3826 800 Blue Van |
www.supershuttle.com |
| PrimeTime | 310.536.7922 800.733.8267 800 Red Van |
www.primetimeshuttle.com |
| Express | 800.427.7483 | www.expressshuttle.com |
Commuting in Los Angeles can be difficult, with heavy traffic, expensive parking and lack of public transport. A good option is hiring a car & commercially licensed driver, which can prove to be time efficient and cost effective versus other modes of transportation. Some recommended companies are:
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| KLS Limo – Airport transfer | Sky Limo – Airport transfer | |
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Driver & Sedan $65 per hour |
Driver & Sedan $49 plus tip & tax Tel: 310.330.7500 or 800.359.1800 www.1800FLY1800.com TCP: 16240P |
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Seattle
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Montreal
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| Taxi | CAD$38 to Downtown www.taxidiamond.com/en/ Tel: 514.273.6331 |
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| Shuttle/Coach | CAD$ montreallxlimo.com/ Tel: 514.800.2282 or 877.266.2885 |
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Vancouver
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