Getting around Greensburg, PA involves planning for a city centre outside the hotel’s immediate area, plus trips to the airport or campus. From the Inn at Mountainview, you can drive to central Greensburg in about 10 minutes, while Westmoreland Transit Authority operates local fixed-route buses.
- Greensburg city centre: about 10 minutes by car or 89 minutes on foot from the hotel.
- Downtown parking includes 15 surface lots and on-street parking areas.
- Westmoreland Transit fares are paid when boarding; schedules vary by route.
- Arnold Palmer Regional Airport: about 11 minutes by car from the hotel.
Start with the distance to your destination
Driving times from the hotel make the city centre and Pitt-Greensburg straightforward to plan as separate trips. The city centre is about 10 minutes by car or 89 minutes on foot from the hotel. The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is about 9 minutes by car or 86 minutes on foot.
For a closer look at downtown stops and what to plan there, use this Greensburg city centre guide. The campus is in suburban Hempfield Township, about two miles southeast of central Greensburg and approximately 40 miles southeast of central Pittsburgh.
Driving and parking in the area
Driving gives you a direct way to reach the city centre and campus, and downtown Greensburg has several public parking options. The city has 15 surface parking lots and on-street parking areas, including the Robert A. Bell Parking Garage, a 400-space facility.
Parking-meter rates are $1 per hour for coin payment and $0.75 per hour for the city-designated computerized application rate. The City of Greensburg Parking Facilities Office is at 106 West Otterman Street, Greensburg, PA 15601; its public hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the phone number is 724-838-4314.
Local transit to check
Westmoreland Transit Authority operates the local fixed-route buses, including routes serving Greensburg and nearby communities. Its published route list includes Route 1F (Greensburg–Pittsburgh Flyer), Route 4 (Greensburg–Pittsburgh), Route 5 (Jeannette–Greensburg), Route 6 (Greensburg–Irwin), Route 8 (Greensburg–Mt. Pleasant), Route 9 (Greensburg–Latrobe–Derry), Route 11 (Greensburg–Johnstown) and Route 12 (Greensburg–New Kensington).
The adult base fare for riders ages 13 and over is $2.00, with an additional zone charge of $2.00. Children ages 6–12 pay half the adult fare; children age 5 and under ride free. Seniors ages 65 and over ride free with a valid Senior Transit ID Card. Pay fares as you board.
Some routes operate Monday through Friday, so check the schedule for the route and time you need. Check the official site before you go: Westmoreland Transit publishes route, schedule and fare information.
Airport and campus trips
Airport journeys from the hotel vary by destination: Arnold Palmer Regional Airport is about 11 minutes by car or about 101 minutes on foot, Pittsburgh International Airport is about 73 minutes by car, and Allegheny County Airport is about 54 minutes by car. For airport arrival planning, the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport to Greensburg guide covers route considerations.
Pitt-Greensburg identifies Arnold Palmer Regional Airport as 10 miles from campus and Pittsburgh International Airport as the area’s major air-service provider. Students must arrange their own airport transportation.
Veteran’s Cab service is available Monday through Saturday, 6 am–9 pm, at 724-537-7708; CCC&P Transportation can be reached at 724-925-1160. Greensburg is also in the Uber and Lyft market, with trips arranged through the respective mobile apps; vehicle availability and a designated pickup point are not guaranteed by the university.
To drive to campus, use the Greensburg–Mt. Pleasant Road exit from U.S. Route 30, then follow Mt. Pleasant Road for approximately one mile to the entrance.
Pitt-Greensburg is served by Westmoreland Transit Monday through Friday, with connections to local shopping destinations, downtown Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh’s Oakland campus. Students can pick up free bus tickets at the Chambers Hall information desk. The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg visitor guide covers campus planning.
Plan return travel before you leave
Check how you’ll get back before setting out, especially if you plan to use a bus or a ride service. Westmoreland Transit advises checking the schedule for your route and travel time, and some routes run only Monday through Friday. For trips arranged through Uber or Lyft, use the respective app to request a ride.
All vehicles on campus must have a valid parking permit. The campus map marks visitor parking in purple designated spaces marked for staff and faculty. Residence-hall visitors should obtain a temporary parking pass from Campus Police and park in spaces designated for the residence hall being visited; Campus Police can be reached at 724-836-9865.
FAQs
Is there public transportation in Greensburg?
Yes. Westmoreland Transit Authority operates fixed-route buses, including several routes serving Greensburg. Schedules vary, so check the route and time you need.
How much does Westmoreland Transit cost?
The adult base fare is $2.00, with an additional $2.00 zone charge. Reduced fares and free rides apply to some age groups under the conditions described above.
Can visitors park at Pitt-Greensburg?
The campus map identifies visitor parking in purple designated spaces marked for staff and faculty. Residence-hall visitors should get a temporary parking pass from Campus Police and use spaces designated for the residence hall.