Traveling Here

Snowshoe Mountain is a destination resort, and is subsequently remote.  To travel by car is the most convenient mode of transportation.  Airports, Greyhound and Amtrak stations are reasonably close and the information on each of these is listed below.  For international staff, the buses that Human Resources provides to and from the Washington / Dulles Airport (corresponding with contract commencement date) is by far the best way for you to access the mountain.  Information on how to access the Washington / Dulles Airport is also included below.

Traveling By Air

The following website provides information on airports available in each state of the USA: www.airnav.com/airports/us

Below is a list of airports within reasonable proximity to Snowshoe Mountain:

  • Lewisburg WV: Greenbrier Valley Airport
  • Charleston WV: Yeager Airport
  • Pittsburgh PA: Pittsburgh International Airport
  • Roanoke VA: Roanoke Regional Airport/Woodrum Field
  • Staunton/ Waynesboro/ Harrisonburg VA: Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
  • Charlottesville VA: Albemarle Airport
  •  Richmond VA: Richmond International Airport

Traveling By Bus

The 'Greyhound' company operates the most expansive bus travel network in America. Their website,  www.greyhound.com, offers complete information on all their bus travel options. 

The closes bus stops are the following:  

  •  Beckley, WV:  2.5 hours away
  • Clarksburg, WV:  2 hours away
  • Staunton, WV:  2.5 hours away
  • Charlottesville, WV:  3 hours away
  • Roanoke, VA:  3 hours away
  • Harrisonburg, VA:  3 hours away
  • Richmond, VA:  4 hours away

    Greyhous offers direct bus service to the following places to / from Washington / Dulles Airport:  Staunton, Charlottesville, Roanoke and Harrisonburg.  There are connecting services to Richmond, Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York. 

    Traveling to / from the different bus stations can be accomplished by the following:    

    Check out the 'Travel Deals' tab on the Greyhound website. This site offers promotion codes, which you can enter when you book your ticket and it will generate a discount for you. Your ticket will be cheaper if you purchase it at least 7 days in advance. If you do this however, allow time for the ticket to be sent to you.

Traveling by Train

The Amtrak company runs the American railway system.  Their website, www.amtrak.com, provides more detailed information.

The closest station to Snowshoe is the following:

  •  White Sulphur Springs, WV:  1.5 hours away.
  • Traveling to / from White Sulphur Springs can be accomplished by the following:  Limo Trans Car Transportation Service. 866-350-2319.

    Approximate cost are as follows:
  • White Sulphur Springs to New York:  $72 one way
  • White Sulphur Springs to Washington DC:  $33 one way

    Other Amtrak stations nearby to Snowshoe include the following: 
  • Staunton, VA:  2 hours.  Amtrak code:  STA
  • Charlottesville, VA:  3 hours.  Amtrak code:CVS
  • Richmond, VA:  4 hours.  Amtrak code:  RVR
  • Hinton, WV:  2.5 hours.  Amtrak code:  HIN

    Check out the Hot Deals tab on the Amtrak website.  This site offers promotion codes which you can enter when you book your ticket and it will generate a discount for you.

Travel Tips - Common Practices and Courtesies

  •  First and foremost, when looking at travel prices, please remember that tax is not included in US prices. 
  • There are bed taxes for hotels (ranges in every state) which is not included in the quoted price.
  • Bell Staff are usually tipped $1 per bag.
  • If you need to stay in Washington DC for the night (e.g. You arrive the evening before the pick-up for Snowshoe), it may be more efficient to stay in a hotel located around Dulles Airport. Many of these hotels provide free shuttle services to and from the airport/ the hotel. Washington DC is a considerable distance from Dulles Airport.
  • Shuttle and Taxi prices do not include tips. It is appropriate to tip around 15% of the price, more if you have a lot of luggage.
  • Click here for more information on tipping practices and etiquette. o       Page on tipping etiquette.
  • If you are catching a train or bus, take along some food/ drink, as dining facilities are limited on these services.
  • When you are planning your trip, it may appear more affordable to take typically cheaper forms of transport such as trains and busses to your destination. However, it can often be more economical to fly by the time you take into consideration the incidental costs involved. Consider all the possible ways you can reach your destination and calculate it in a monetary and time sense.

Online Travel Resources

Visit mapquest.com if you are driving and need map or direction assistance.

To book flights, hotels or car rentals, visit the sites below:
   - www.orbitz.com
   - www.travelocity.com
   - www.expedia.com
   - www.priceline.com
   - www.travel.yahoo.com
   - www.cheaptickets.com
   - www.flights.com
   - www.hotwire.com

For information on hostels, visit the links below:
   - www.hostelusa.com
   - www.hostels.com
   - www.bananabungalow.com
   - www.hiusa.com

For general travel information sites, visit the links below:
   - www.lonelyplanet.com
   - www.fodors.com
   -  www.wvtourism.com
   - www.pocahontascountywv.com
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If traveling by train, your best online resource is www.amtrak.com.

If traveling by bus, your best online resource is www.greyhound.com.

If you are needing to rent a vehicle, please visit a few of the car rental companies below:
   - www.enterprise.com
   - www.hertz.com
   - www.thrifty.com
   - www.avis.com
   - www.nationalcar.com
   - www.budget.com
   - www.alamo.com
   - www.dollar.com

For maps of the US and other areas, your best online resource is National Geographic.

Traveling Between New York and Washington DC

By Train - www.amtrak.com
Washington DC to New York:  $76 one way.  Departs Washington from Union Station and arrives at Penn Station in New York. 

By Bus - www.greyhound.com
Washington to New York:  $35 one way.  $25 3-day advance purchase.  Departs Washington from the Greyhound Bus Center and arrives in New York at the Port Authority.   

To purchase a ticket to / from Dulles and New York online, enter 'Dulles' and 'New York' and the details will be worked out for you.

Traveling Between Dulles and Washington DC

Washington Flyer Taxi: 
Departs from lower level of main terminal or phone 703-661-6655 for advance reservations.  Cost is approximately $44 to $50 one way.

Super Shuttle:
Offers door-to-door shared van ride.  Book at the Ground Transportation Level roadway outside the main terminal (Curb 1D or 1E).   Phone for reservations: 1.800.BLUEVAN,  (or visit their website).   Cost from all Downtown Washington DC Hotels is $22 for the first person, $10 per each additional person in the group.

Washington Flyer Coach Service:
Links between Dulles International Airport and the West Falls Church Metrorail station.  Tickets for the Flyer Coach can be purchased at Dulles International Airport at the 'Ground Transportation Center' ticket counter. This is located inside the vestibule of Door 4 on the Arrivals level.  You board the bus at Dulles from the Main Terminal, Door 4, located on the Arrivals level.       When departing from the West Falls Church Metrorail station, you may purchase tickets on arrival at Dulles International Airport.  Shuttle departs every 30 minutes.  Call 888.WASHFLY or information and reservations or visit them online.

Note:  You will need to find transport to/ from the West Falls Church Metrorail station. The Washington Flyer Coach Service only travels to/from this station.  

Within Washington, there is a  comprehensive train system which should take you close to your desired destination. Visit  www.wmata.com for greater train information.

Traveling In and Around New York

For general information regarding JFK International Airport, visit them online.

Traveling To and From JFK Airport
First, you can go to the ground transportation link: www.jfk-new-york.com or    www.ny.com/transportation/airports/JFK.html#public for more information. 

Super Shuttle Manhattan
Service is provided between Battery Park and 227th Street to and from JFK.  Cost varies according to location, but you can average from $14.00 to $20.00 per passenger.  For information, call 212-258-3826 when in Manhattan or 800-258-3826.

General Taxi Service
All trips from JFK Airport to the first destination in Manhattan are $35.00 flat.     There is no metered fare or 50cent surcharges at anytime for these trips.  This is a good option when a few people are traveling together.

Public Transport
The New York City subways and busses run to JFK and cost $1.50.  On the arrival level of all 9 JFK terminals, there is a ground transportation information desk. They can provide information and answer any questions. They also have the capacity to book a position for you on one of the Super Shuttles.

General New York Travel Information

For general New York information, visit the Official Tourism Website.

If you are going to be using the train or bus to travel in or out of Manhattan NY, the Ramada New Yorker and Pennsylvania Hotels are very close to both transportation centers (specifically, opposite the Amtrak Train Station). These hotels usually cost between $90 - $130/night. The website www.nyctourist.com offers a list of hotels available in Manhattan.

The Big Apple Hostel is a cheaper alternative close to both transportation centers (walking is not recommended).  The Hostel is basic, yet affordable ($35 per night) and is located off Times Square. 

The Habitat Hotel is an upscale hostel with private bedrooms, shared bathrooms available from $86 per night.  

Visit www.hostels.com for a list of hostel accommodations available in New York.   
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