Getting Around Charlotte
Charlotte Airport information
If you're planning a visit to Park City, you’re in luck — getting here is incredibly convenient compared to most mountain resort towns. The Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is only about a 35-minute scenic drive away.
Whether you’re traveling for an event or a ski getaway, the route from the airport to Park City is simple, scenic, and full of helpful transportation options.
When you land at SLC, you’ll find plenty of services waiting for you. The airport is connected to over 100 nonstop destinations and operates more than 300 daily flights, making it one of the West’s most efficient travel hubs. With taxis, private cars, rideshares, hotel shuttles, and ski resort shuttles available right outside the terminal, getting to Park City is a breeze.
Distance: Around 35 miles (approximately 35–40 minutes by car)
Average costs: Taxi – about $100 USD; Uber/Lyft – around $75 USD
Shuttle services like Canyon Transportation and Express Shuttle provide shared or private rides directly to Park City hotels
SLC’s only on-demand taxi service, Yellow Cab, operates 24/7; you can even track your route via GPS
For group arrivals or event transfers, you can pre-book vans or limousines with airport-authorized providers such as Alta Shuttle or Canyon Express
Rental cars are also available at SLC, perfect if you want flexibility to explore more of Utah’s natural attractions.
Whether you’re traveling for an event or a ski getaway, the route from the airport to Park City is simple, scenic, and full of helpful transportation options.
When you land at SLC, you’ll find plenty of services waiting for you. The airport is connected to over 100 nonstop destinations and operates more than 300 daily flights, making it one of the West’s most efficient travel hubs. With taxis, private cars, rideshares, hotel shuttles, and ski resort shuttles available right outside the terminal, getting to Park City is a breeze.
Distance: Around 35 miles (approximately 35–40 minutes by car)
Average costs: Taxi – about $100 USD; Uber/Lyft – around $75 USD
Shuttle services like Canyon Transportation and Express Shuttle provide shared or private rides directly to Park City hotels
SLC’s only on-demand taxi service, Yellow Cab, operates 24/7; you can even track your route via GPS
For group arrivals or event transfers, you can pre-book vans or limousines with airport-authorized providers such as Alta Shuttle or Canyon Express
Rental cars are also available at SLC, perfect if you want flexibility to explore more of Utah’s natural attractions.
Charlotte Public information
Getting around Charlotte is smooth and affordable thanks to the city’s excellent transit options. For travelers or event planners, the city’s network of buses, light rail, and even streetcars makes it easy to move between venues, hotels, and the airport.
CATS Sprinter (Route 5): The Airport Sprinter Bus runs every 20–30 minutes and takes about 30 minutes from the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown to CLT’s baggage claim area (Zone D). It’s budget-friendly and connects easily with other bus routes and the LYNX Blue Line.
LYNX Blue Line: Charlotte’s light rail system runs from South Charlotte to UNC Charlotte with 26 stations — great for quick trips to uptown workplaces or event venues.
CityLYNX Gold Line: A free modern streetcar that links uptown neighborhoods to hospitals, colleges, and the Transportation Center. Each stop has covered seating, public art, and digital travel displays.
CATS Buses: Over 70 routes cover the city and surrounding counties, connecting major business districts and hotels.
Charlotte B-Cycle & Scooters: One of the Southeast’s biggest bike-share programs. You can also grab a Lime or Bird e-scooter for short-distance travel around Uptown.
Taxis and Car Rentals: City Cab, Crown Cab, and Yellow Cab serve the airport’s taxi queue; all major car rental companies, like Hertz and Enterprise, are located in the airport’s rental car center.
Charlotte’s transit system is efficient, eco-friendly, and well-connected — perfect for visitors balancing event schedules and city exploration.
CATS Sprinter (Route 5): The Airport Sprinter Bus runs every 20–30 minutes and takes about 30 minutes from the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown to CLT’s baggage claim area (Zone D). It’s budget-friendly and connects easily with other bus routes and the LYNX Blue Line.
LYNX Blue Line: Charlotte’s light rail system runs from South Charlotte to UNC Charlotte with 26 stations — great for quick trips to uptown workplaces or event venues.
CityLYNX Gold Line: A free modern streetcar that links uptown neighborhoods to hospitals, colleges, and the Transportation Center. Each stop has covered seating, public art, and digital travel displays.
CATS Buses: Over 70 routes cover the city and surrounding counties, connecting major business districts and hotels.
Charlotte B-Cycle & Scooters: One of the Southeast’s biggest bike-share programs. You can also grab a Lime or Bird e-scooter for short-distance travel around Uptown.
Taxis and Car Rentals: City Cab, Crown Cab, and Yellow Cab serve the airport’s taxi queue; all major car rental companies, like Hertz and Enterprise, are located in the airport’s rental car center.
Charlotte’s transit system is efficient, eco-friendly, and well-connected — perfect for visitors balancing event schedules and city exploration.
