Transportation

Air Transportation

Pittsburgh International Airport is a USAirways hub, and is also served by Delta, NorthWest, Continental, United, TWA and American.

We obtained a Gold File number (49140894) with USAirways for discounted travel to/from Case Studies in Bayesian Statistics. The discount is 5% on a Super-Saver ticket and 10% on a full-fare ticket. REMEMBER, staying over a Saturday night will greatly reduce the fare in most instances. You may make your own travel arrangements, but please be certain to refer to the Gold File number (49140894) to receive the discount.

We strongly suggest that you call our travel agent, World Wise Travel (412-531-5555) to assist you in making your travel plans. Please refer to "Case Studies in Bayesian Statistics" and use the Gold Card number when talking with World Wise. World Wise Travel will have a complete list of participants as well as their support dollar amounts. Using the support amount as a maximum, they will be able to charge your tickets directly to our account. When/if you request reimbursement for other expenses connected with the Case Studies, the cost of the ticket will then appear on your expense reimbursement form as money "Paid Directly by University."

Ground Transportation

The Pittsburgh International Airport is located approximately 21 miles from Oakland (CMU). There are several ground transportation options available to travelers:

1. Port Authority Transportation (public transportation) - (412-442-2000). PAT's Airport Flyer 28X Bus stops at Robinson Town Centre, Downtown (3 locations) and Oakland. The Oakland stop is at South Bellefield Avenue (1-2 block walk to Holiday Inn). Service on the 28X Airport Flyer is from 5:00 a.m. -- 10:45 p.m. daily, at 1/2 hour to 40 minute intervals. The trip takes 45-60 minutes and costs $1.95 per person, exact change required. Boarding is at the lower level at ground transportation bus stop (near baggage claim at blue curb).
   
   
2. Airlines Transportation Co. - (412-471-8900). Purchase ticket from attendant at their location in the baggage claim area of the airport. The cost is $12.50 per person one way or $21 round trip. The bus leaves the baggage claim area on the hour from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. weekdays. The Oakland stop is the Holiday Inn at University Center.
   
   
3. Yellow Cab Service - approximately $33 per trip plus gratuity. Follow ground transportation signs in the airport. Cabs are always waiting and available.
   
   
4. First Class Limousine Service - (412-462-8000). $37.95 per trip (includes gratuity). Call several days in advance and give them your flight information. They will have a car and driver waiting for you on your arrival.