Venue

The VCU’s Engineering Research Building

SANER 2027, the 34th IEEE International Conference on Software Analysis, Evolution and Reengineering, will take place Tuesday, March 9–Friday, March 12, 2027, in Richmond, Virginia, USA. The official venue is Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), with conference activities centered at the Engineering Research Building (ERB).

ERB is a state-of-the-art, four-story, 133,000-square-foot facility inaugurated in 2021. Designed to expand advanced laboratory research and support hands-on engineering education, the ERB serves as a major hub for innovation. It is located in downtown Richmond near the intersection of Cary Street and Belvidere Street, within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, and cultural venues.

• Main Entrance Address: 401 W. Cary St., Richmond, VA 23284, USA
• Courtyard Entrance Address: 70 S. Madison St., Richmond, VA 23284, USA

General Info

• Conference: SANER 2027 — IEEE International Conference on Software Analysis, Evolution and Reengineering
• Dates: March 9–12, 2027.
• City: Richmond, Virginia, USA.
• Venue: Engineering Research Building, Virginia Commonwealth University.
• Local time zone: Eastern Time, ET.
• Suggested arrival: International attendees should consider arriving at least one day before the conference to allow for immigration, connections, and jet lag.
• Campus area: The venue is in VCU’s Monroe Park/downtown area, close to hotels, restaurants, museums, and central Richmond attractions.

Ground Transportation

From Richmond International Airport (RIC)

The primary and most practical airport for SANER 2027 is Richmond International Airport (RIC). RIC is the main airport serving Richmond and offers approximately 150 daily flights, including nonstop service to major domestic destinations and connections to global destinations through larger hubs. Located roughly 7 to 10 miles east of downtown Richmond and the VCU campus, offers stress-free navigation and quick highway access to Interstate 64 (I-64) and Interstate 295 (I-295).

Airport Taxis & Ride Apps

Metered and dependable taxi service is available curbside at RIC from the first flight departure to the last flight arrival.

• Location: Taxis wait in the center section of the lower level curbside, directly adjacent to the North and South parking garages. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available.
• Primary Operators: Airport Taxi (+1 804-233-4444) and Galaxy Cab Co. (+1 804-560-4408).
• Ride-Hailing Apps (Uber / Lyft): Both rideshare apps operate seamlessly at RIC with two specific pickup choices:
• Pickup Option 1 (Upper Departures Level): Best for passengers with carry-on luggage only to avoid lower-level curbside traffic.
• Pickup Option 2 (Lower Arrivals Level): Conveniently located right outside the Baggage Claim area.
• Official Source: Richmond International Airport - Taxis & Ride Apps

Private Taxi Transfers

For attendees who prefer to pre-arrange executive or private chauffeured travel, several authorized sedan, limousine, and executive van networks provide door-to-door transit to and from RIC. Prior reservations are highly recommended.

• Authorized Operators: James Limousine (+1 804-273-1540), Richmond Limousine (+1 804-266-2800), TNT Limousine and Executive Sedan (+1 804-965-0990), and A & A Limousine (+1 434-975-5466).
• Official Source: Richmond International Airport - Prearranged Services

Car rental

For attendees wishing to explore the broader Virginia region, nine trusted rental car providers have on-site facilities at RIC.

• Location: Rental counters are located on the lower level of the terminal building near the central entrance, with vehicle fleets parked a short walk away.
• On-Site Providers: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, and Thrifty.
• Official Source: Richmond International Airport - Rental Cars

VCU offers visitor and hourly parking in several facilities on the Monroe Park Campus. The university lists visitor rates of $3 per hour with a $17 daily maximum, with nearby options including the JL Lot at 200 W. Cary St., West Cary Street Deck, West Main Street Deck, and other visitor lots. Rates and availability should be checked before arrival. More info at VCU Parking & Transportation.

Information for Visitor Parking can be found at https://parking.vcu.edu/parking/visitors/.

Public Transportation

• GRTC Bus System: The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) operates high-frequency bus lines directly linking the airport to the city center. Routes 7A and 7B depart from the upper departure deck of the airport terminal every 15 minutes and terminate at the Downtown Transfer Station, which connects to lines that traverse the entire city.
• Zero-Fare Initiative: The entire GRTC public bus system operates under a Zero Fare policy, meaning it is completely free for all passengers to ride.
• Early Morning Airport Connection: For early flights departing or arriving between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM, GRTC features a specialized LINK microtransit and subsidized Uber voucher partnership to seamlessly ferry travelers between active GRTC bus stops and the airport terminal.
• Official Source: GRTC Transit Authority - Airport Connection Services

From Alternate Major Hubs

International attendees may also consider flying into the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area via Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), or Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI). Transportation alternatives from Washington, D.C.:

• Rental car: You can reach Richmond via a scenic 2-hour drive in a rental car on I-95.
• Train: Booking an Amtrak train directly into Richmond’s Staples Mill Road (RVR) Station located at 1500 East Main Street in Shockoe Bottom, or Main Street (RVM) Station, a major regional rail hub north of downtown. Some trains serve one station but not the other, so attendees should verify the arrival station when booking on Amtrak.
• Bus: FlixBus and Greyhound https://www.flixbus.com

Visitors arriving from New York City airports can also reach Richmond by Amtrak trains in about a 6-hour trip, from New York, NY - Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station (NYP) to Richmond, VA - Main Street Station (RVM).

Hotel Accommodations

There are several highly rated accommodation options positioned within Monroe Ward and Richmond City Center, placing you within easy walking or driving distance of the VCU Engineering Research Building:

• Graduate by Hilton Richmond: Situated just 0.3 miles (a 4-minute walk) from VCU, this hotel leans into a creative academic aesthetic and features the popular Byrdhouse rooftop lounge, yielding beautiful vistas of the city skyline.
• The Jefferson Hotel: A prestigious 5-star historic luxury property located 0.4 miles from the venue, famous for its grand Gilded Age architecture and exceptional fine dining.
• Linden Row Inn: A historic 3-star boutique option located 1.0 mile away, composed of beautifully restored 19th-century Greek Revival row houses steeped in local heritage.
• Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown: Located 0.6 miles from the venue, offering comfortable and highly practical accommodations.
• Quirk Hotel Richmond: A lively 4-star boutique hotel located 0.5 miles away, celebrated for its integrated art galleries and pink-accented modern design.
• Additional Downtown Selections: Moxy Richmond Downtown (0.8 mi), Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown (0.8 mi), and Richmond Marriott (0.8 mi).
• Sources: Richmond Region Hotels, VCU Campus Travel Management Hotel Directory & Hotels near VCU on Hotels.com

Getting around

• Zero-Fare GRTC Buses: Because of Richmond’s Zero-Fare initiative, riding public transport won’t cost you a dime. You can jump onto any local route, including the highly efficient GRTC Pulse (BRT) line that travels continuously along Broad Street. The Pulse offers rapid transit connecting the VCU campus directly to downtown hotels, the historic Fan district, and the Shockoe Bottom dining hub.
• Walkability and Bicycles: Richmond’s urban core is very pedestrian-friendly. The areas immediately adjacent to VCU, Monroe Park, and neighboring parks offer clearly marked bicycle lanes and highly accessible walking trails.
• Ridesharing: Standard commercial on-demand services like Uber and Lyft are active 24/7 across the entire metropolitan area for easy cross-town travel.
• Official Source: GRTC Public Services & System Mapping