Pittsburgh Penn Station
Pittsburgh's Penn Station is a Beaux-Arts masterpiece in the Strip District, designed by Daniel Burnham. Though it serves fewer trains today, its grand architecture and rotunda make it one of America's most beautiful surviving rail stations.
Current Logistics
- ▶Located at 1100 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
- ▶Station open 12:00 AM–7:45 AM and 6:00 PM–11:59 PM — closed roughly 7:45 AM–6:00 PM, so there's no waiting inside during the day
- ▶Two Amtrak routes: the daily Pennsylvanian (Pittsburgh–Harrisburg–Philadelphia–New York), with a second daily round trip from mid-November 2026, and the long-distance Floridian (Chicago–Washington–Miami), which stops late at night and early in the morning
- ▶Self-service kiosk available; no full-service ticket office
- ▶Greyhound and Flixbus also serve the station
- ▶Limited food options — the Strip District has excellent choices nearby
Pittsburgh Penn Station is closed roughly 7:45 AM–6:00 PM and has no lockers. Spending the day in the city before an evening or overnight train, or waiting between trains? Leave your bags nearby and see the Strip District without them.
Transit Links
Amtrak
- Pennsylvanian (daily to Harrisburg/Philadelphia/NYC)
- Floridian (daily, Chicago–Washington–Miami; overnight stops)
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)
- Multiple bus routes from nearby stops
- T Light Rail (downtown, ~10 min walk)
Greyhound / Flixbus
- Intercity bus service from the station
Station History
Designed by Daniel H. Burnham and opened in 1903, Pittsburgh Penn Station (originally Pittsburgh Union Station) is a Beaux-Arts gem featuring a stunning rotunda with a 68-foot Guastavino tile dome, terracotta detailing, and classical columns. The station originally served the Pennsylvania Railroad and was a bustling hub for decades. Though intercity rail service declined significantly, the station's architecture has been beautifully preserved and it was designated a Pittsburgh Historic Landmark.
Accessibility
- ▶Main entrance on Liberty Avenue is ADA-accessible with a ramp
- ▶Elevator access to the platform level from the main waiting room
- ▶Level boarding on Amtrak with bridge plates — notify the conductor before boarding
- ▶The historic rotunda and main waiting area are on one level with no steps
- ▶Accessible restrooms in the station
- ▶Port Authority ACCESS paratransit: call 412-562-5353 for eligibility and service
- ▶Note: the station has limited staffing — arrive early if you need boarding assistance, as the Amtrak conductor handles bridge plates
Insider Tips
- ★The Strip District, Pittsburgh's best food and market neighborhood, is right outside
- ★Amtrak service is thin — book early, and check the station's hours before planning to wait inside
- ★The Pennsylvanian route through the Allegheny Mountains is one of Amtrak's most scenic
- ★Greyhound and Flixbus provide more frequent intercity options from the station
Pittsburgh Penn Station Schedule
Train schedules, real-time trackers, and mobile apps for every operator that serves Pittsburgh Penn Station.
View Pittsburgh Schedule →Navigation & Wayfinding
Every entrance, platform, and walking route — plus a “how to get to…” reference for common destinations from the station.
Pittsburgh Navigation Guide →Construction & Project Updates
Pittsburgh Penn Station has minimal active construction. The biggest near-term news is the second daily Pennsylvanian, announced on August 24, 2026 to begin in mid-November 2026, which doubles Amtrak frequency through the station.
Construction updates current as of October 3, 2026
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