During the modernization construction, the campus will undergo changes in traffic flow. We want to create as minimal disruption as possible for our patients and visitors. Free valet parking will be offered.
Effective June 28, 2021: The North Drive (the small section of driveway that runs parallel and closest to Route 1/Baltimore Pike) will close for construction on June 28, 2021, and will re-open on September 27, 2021.
Directions on entering the campus and parking:
- Use the West Entrance to access: Emergency Department, Main Hospital, Health Center 1, Health Center 4, Cancer Center and West Garage
- Use the East Entrance to access: Health Center 2, Health Center 3 (Outpatient Pavilion) and South Garage
This downloadable map highlights the North Drive closure impact and new traffic patterns. Designated signage will be posted around campus with arrows to take you to your destination.
Download Riddle construction map (PDF)
Getting here
Riddle Hospital
1068 West Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
484.227.9400
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From Center City Philadelphia (Northeast)
- Take Interstate 95 South to PA 476 North.
- Take Exit 5 (Springfield/Lima).
- Continue on US Route 1 South (Media Bypass) toward Lima, approximately four miles.
- Bypass merges onto Business Route 1 South (Baltimore Pike).
- Pass under Route 352 (Middletown) overpass.
- Stay in the left hand lane, turn left at the second traffic light (West Entrance).
- Follow signs for your destination.
From City Line Avenue (North)
- Take City Line Avenue, US Route 1 South (approximately 15 miles).
- Route 1 will become Media Bypass as you cross under overpass, juncture with Route 320.
- Continue on US Route 1 South (Media Bypass) toward Lima, approximately four miles.
- Bypass merges onto Business US Route 1 South (Baltimore Pike).
- Pass under Route 352 (Middletown) overpass, Stay in the left hand lane, turn left at the second traffic light (West Entrance).
- Follow signs for your destination.
From Route 202 and Route 1 (West)
- Take US Route 1 North (Baltimore Pike) approximately eight miles.
- After intersection with Route 452 (Pennell Road) stay in right hand lane for approximately 0.5 miles. Turn right at second traffic light (West Entrance).
- Follow signs for your destination.
From Scranton and Allentown (North)
- Take PA Turnpike (Northeast Extension) 476 South to Mid County Interchange.
- After toll booths continue South on Route 476 (Blue Route), take Exit 5 (Springfield/Lima) US Route 1 South (Media Bypass) toward Lima approximately four miles.
- Bypass merges onto Business US Route 1 South (Baltimore Pike).
- Pass under Route 352 (Middletown) overpass.
- Stay in the left hand lane, turn left at the second traffic light (West Entrance).
- Follow signs for your destination.
From Wilmington, Delaware (South East)
- I-95 North to Exit 2 (Boothwyn), Route 452.
- Take Route 452 North approx. 5.7 miles to US Route 1 North.
- After approximately 0.5 miles, stay in right hand lane, turn right at the traffic light.
- Follow signs for your destination.
By bus or train
From Center City Philadelphia and Southwest to Media
By Train: From Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station, Suburban Station or Jefferson Station, take SEPTA’s Regional Rail Media/Elwyn Line to Elwyn. Elwyn Station is located approximately two miles southeast of Riddle Hospital on Elwyn Road. SEPTA bus #117 to Penn State will drop you off at Riddle Hospital. Taxi service can be called from the station.
From the airport
The SEPTA Regional Rail Airport Line runs from the Philadelphia International Airport to 30th Street Station, where you can take SEPTA's Regional Rail Media/Elwyn Line to Elwyn.
To map your trip or to find out about possible delays, visit SEPTA.org.
Parking
During construction, valet parking will be available at several entrances for five dollars. Self-service garage parking in the South and West Parking Garages will have a flat fee. In addition there is surface parking in the rear of the hospital for outpatient services.
Other information
Security
484.227.8429
Cafeteria
Sunday–Saturday 7:00 am–7:00 pm
Gift Shop
Monday–Friday 9:00 am–7:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Sunday Closed