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Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site

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Getting There


By Plane
The nearest airport to Hopewell Furnace NHS is Philadelphia International Airport. The Reading Regional Airport provides commuter flights.

By Car
From the North: PA Route 422 to PA Route 82 South to PA Route 724 East to Route 345 South.

From the East: PA Turnpike (I-76)to exit 23, Downingtown to PA Route 100 North to PA Route 23 West to PA Route 345 North.

From the South, Use Interstate 95 North and follow Eastbound directions.

From the West: PA Turnpike (I-76) to exit 22, Morgantown to PA Route 10 South to PA Route 23 East to PA Route 345 North.

By Public Transportation
There is no public transportation to the park. Greyhound Bus services are located in Reading, approximately 15 miles from the park. Amtrak and regional rail service is available from Downingtown, approximately 20 miles from the park.

Getting Around the Park
Visitors arrive at the park by private vehicle and park in the Visitor Center parking lot. The village is walk-in only. There are no driving tours available. Bethesda Church is located one mile from the visitor center and is accessible by private vehicle.






















 

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