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Discover the Future of Transportation

The 67th International Meeting of the Transportation Research Forum, taking place April 16-17, 2026, in Norfolk, VA, brings together global leaders to discuss cutting-edge research, policy, and innovation in transportation. From sustainable solutions to advanced logistics, dive into sessions that drive progress and collaboration in the industry.

Forum Address

Old Dominion University
5115 Hampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23529

Travel

The Annual Forum will be on the Old Dominion University campus. 

The local airport is the Norfolk International Airport (ORF). It is the closest major airport, just a 20-minute drive to the city center. ORF boasts non-stop flights between Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas and Baltimore via Delta, Southwest, American, United, and Breeze Airways. 

Alternative airports include Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF), which is about 30 miles away, and Richmond International Airport (RIC), located a little more than 90 miles from Norfolk.

Lodging Information

There is no host hotel for the Forum. 

Recommended Hotel:

Springhill Suites Marriott
4500 Hampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 423-4100

Additional Hotel Opportunities

In addition to the Springhill Suites Marriott near Old Dominion University’s campus, there are numerous hotels in downtown Norfolk. TRF will offer a free shuttle between the downtown Norfolk hotels and the conference venue. This shuttle will depart from the Norfolk Marriott Waterside. Following is a list of the hotels near the shuttle bus pickup.

Norfolk Marriott Waterside
235 E Main St
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757)-627-4200

Hilton Norfolk The Main
100 E Main St
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757)-763-6200

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
777 Waterside Dr
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757)-622-6664

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
520 E Plume St
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757)-963-6000

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