Transportation

St. Louis' location near the center of the country makes it easy to get to Washington University from any part of the continental United States.

Arrival by Air:
Saint Louis Lambert International Airport (code: STL) is served by all of the major carriers, with the most frequent service provided by American and Southwest.  There are two terminals at the airport: most airlines arrive at “Main” (including all of the major carriers), but Southwest arrives at the “East” terminal. 

Ground Transportation

Metrolink:
For $3.75 you can take the MetroLink light rail system from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to the Danforth Campus. Board the train at either the Lambert Airport Main Station or the Lambert Airport East Station (trains leaving the airport travel in only one direction; red line). Exit the train at the Forest Park-DeBaliviere Station. Cross the platform and wait for the next westbound train going to Shrewsbury I-44; blue line. Board that train and take it two stops to the University City/Big Bend Station. This station is at the intersection of Big Bend and Forest Park Parkway. Exit the train and take the steps or elevator up one flight, then take the underground bridge across the tracks. Walk up the ramp, then take the steps or ramp to ground level.  Trains run every 15-20 minutes, and takes approximately 30 minutes.  Trains run every 15-20 minutes, depending on the time of day. Trains stop running near midnight, so late arrivals should double-check the schedule.  Tickets are sold at vending machines as you approach the platform.  NOTE: some tickets require validation (time stamping) in orange pillars.

Metrolink Station Map

Taxi:
Taxis to Washington University cost approximately $30 and takes 15-20 minutes from the airport.

Arrival by Car:
For directions to the Danforth Campus, click here.