San Juan Getting There & Away

Getting There & Away

By plane San Juan is served by Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), a large international hub airport about 9 miles away. Reach the city by taxi, bus or rental car. By train As of 2005, San Juan now is served by a new subway line (which mostly runs above ground) called "Tren Urbano" (Urban Train). This train connects San Juan to the towns of Guaynabo and Bayamón. There are 16 stations along the entire alignment. A little known fact is that the train can be reached from Old San Juan. In the dock area look for the "Acua Expreso" terminal, which is ferry service from Old San Juan to the financial district. There is a train station called "Hato Rey" right besides the ferry dock on the San Juan Financial District. Old San Juan is one of the largest cruise ship ports in the Caribbean, with the docks within walking distance just south of the city walls. It is a $20 cab ride from San Juan/Luis Muños Marin Airport. There is also ferry service from across the harbor. Although one can easily drive to Old San Juan, it is not easy to drive or park within the district due to the narrow streets. For those staying at major hotels outside of Old San Juan, day tours can usually be arranged with the concierge.