By Car
From Center City Philadelphia
- Take I‑76 West (Schuylkill Expressway)
- Exit at Lincoln Drive and follow signs to Chestnut Hill
- Continue straight to Germantown Avenue, the heart of our district
From the Pennsylvania Turnpike / Rt. 309
- Exit at Fort Washington
- Follow Bethlehem Pike south into Chestnut Hill
- Turn onto Germantown Avenue to arrive downtown
Parking
Multiple public lots are available along Germantown Avenue. Look for color-coded lot signs (green, purple, yellow, turquoise) with convenient all-day rates (typically $10 during events).
By Train – SEPTA Regional Rail
Chestnut Hill West Line
- Disembark at Chestnut Hill West Station (9 W. Evergreen Ave)
- Just steps from shops, cafés, and restaurants on Germantown Avenue
Chestnut Hill East Line
- Disembark at Chestnut Hill East Station (100 E. Chestnut Hill Ave)
- A short 2-block walk to Germantown Avenue via Bethlehem Pike
- Approx. 35 minutes from Center City Philadelphia
- Use a SEPTA Key card, or pay with cash or credit onboard
By Bus – SEPTA Routes
Most Popular: Route 23
- Runs from South Philadelphia through Center City up to Chestnut Hill
- Arrives every ~15 minutes during the day
Other Routes: 77, 94, 97, L, 134
- Offer access from surrounding neighborhoods and suburbs
- All buses stop close to the central shopping district.
Once you Arrive
Chestnut Hill is a walkable village with everything from shopping and dining to historic sites within a few blocks.
- From West Station: You’re already on Germantown Avenue
- From East Station: Walk 2 blocks west via Bethlehem Pike
- From bus stops: Most routes let you off directly on the Avenue
Travel Summary
| Mode | Nearest Stop | Walk to District | Approx. Time from Center City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rail (West) | Chestnut Hill West (9 W Evergreen) | Direct | 35 min |
| Rail (East) | Chestnut Hill East (100 E CH Ave) | 2 blocks | 35 min |
| Bus 23 | Germantown Ave & Evergreen | 1–2 min | 55–60 min |
| Car | Germantown Ave (via Lincoln or 309) | Central parking lots | 20–25 min |