Travel
They don’t call Salt Lake City the “Crossroads of the West” for nothing. Getting there is a snap, with easy access by road, rail and air. Interstates 15 & 80 and U.S. Highway 89 run through downtown. Amtrak provides a link to east and west by rail. All of the major airlines fly into Salt Lake; half of the U.S. population is located within a two-and-a-half-hour flight. If you choose to drive, downtown parking tokens make it easy to stow your vehicle.
Salt Lake City International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport is situated just west of Salt Lake City, about 10 minutes from downtown; it is closer to the city it serves than nearly any other metropolitan airport. It serves more than 20 million passengers annually and ranks as the 23rd largest airport in the nation. The airport also ranks as one of the most cost-efficient, large-hub airports in the United States and in the top 10 U.S. airports for on-time performance by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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Salt Lake City International Airport is one of the West’s major hubs, served by 16 airlines offering more than 800 scheduled flights per day, including more than 70 nonstop destinations throughout the U.S. and Canada. It is a major western hub for Delta Air Lines.
Airport transportation/shuttles
Taxis, limos, buses and shuttles supply service to anywhere in the valley. A one-way taxi from the airport to downtown is usually around $14. Most hotels provide free airport shuttle services, so call them before you arrive to make arrangements. The Hilton Salt Lake City Center, home of Colloquium 2008, provides a shuttle service; the fee is $8 one-way.
Interstate highways
Interstate 80 (east to New York City/west to San Francisco), Interstate 15 (north to Canada/south to Mexico) and Interstate 70 (east to Denver) are vital to the efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the region. I-80 and I-15 cross in Salt Lake City, allowing convenient access to the Wasatch Front and points beyond. The I-215 belt route offers expanded access along the eastern and western areas of the valley.
Public transportation
The UTA (Utah Transit Authority) provides an extensive bus & light rail (TRAX) service throughout the valley, including more than 100 bus routes throughout an 1,800-square-mile area. Fares within the valley are $1.50 for two hours or $4 for an all-day pass. A free fare zone is available downtown. They also provide airport transportation and door-to-door service for disabled passengers. For more information, call 801/287-4636.
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