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There are many alternative transportation methods to reach Nashville International Airport from the city centre. If you decided to use public transportation, you can use buses to keep transportation costs to a minimum. You can also reach the airport in short time by renting a vehicle, using a taxi, minivan and limousine. Do not forget that some hotels offer airport shuttle services.  

Taxi

In Nashville, taxis have a fixed start fee of 7 dollars and 2.1 dollars is added per mile to the fare. Keep in mind that a taxi fare from the city centre to the airport costs 25 dollars on average. You can reach the airport in approximately 15 minutes.

Car Rental

You can choose from a number of local and international car rental agencies located in the city centre. To reach the airport with your hired vehicle in approximately 15 minutes, drive through Interstate 40 East (I-40 E) and follow the directions. You can return your hired vehicle to the ‘Rental Car Facility’, which is located next to the short-term parking area. You can walk to the terminal building from there within a few minutes.

Bus

You can reach the airport from the city centre with bus route 18. This journey will take approximately 30 minutes in normal traffic conditions. A one-way ticket costs 2.5 dollars.

Shuttle Service

There are many companies that provide shuttle services to the airport. The vehicles that are used to transport passengers vary in size and ‘comfort levels’. Several of these companies provide a door-to-door shuttle service. You can find the contact details of private shuttle service providers, which also pick-up passengers from the outskirts of the city, online. You can ask your hotel to make a reservation on your behalf.

Limousine

Come to an agreement with a limousine company for a luxurious and comfortable trip. Minivans are also an option among the fleet of vehicles limousine companies offer; these are less expensive but very comfortable options.  

Hotel Shuttle Service

There are close to 40 hotels and motels that offer shuttle services to escort their guests to the airport. Do not forget that airport transfer services by hotels can come at a cost, and that you may need to make a reservation in advance.

Airport Information

Nashville International Airport is located 9 miles south-east of the city centre, and is an airport that has embraced all forms of art. The airport, throughout the year, hosts live music events, art exhibitions, and galleries. There are 26 restaurants and bistros and 22 stores inside the airport. You can also take advantage of the free Wi-Fi service. For those on the lookout for comfort and entertainment, there are two lounges, a massage salon, and a hairdresser inside the airport.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.