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How to get from Ambler to Brookhaven by bus and train?

From Ambler to Brookhaven by bus and train

To get from Ambler to Brookhaven in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the LAN train from Ambler station to Suburban Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MED train and finally take the 117 bus from Elwyn Train Station station to Plaza 352 Shopping Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Ambler may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brookhaven on the Moovit app.

135min$11.75
Walk to train stationTrain - LAN
LAN
Train - MED
MED
Bus - 117
117
Walk to Brookhaven
Leaves from Ambler

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ambler
    0.6 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - LANLAN
    Wait for train
    LAN
    #5211 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - MEDMED
    Wait for train
    MED
    #2309 - Wawa
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elwyn
    43 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elwyn Train Station
    ID 2218
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    I-95 Industrial Park
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plaza 352 Shopping Center
    ID 2148
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brookhaven
    Walk to
    Brookhaven
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ambler to Brookhaven by bus and train via LAN, WIL and 117

To get from Ambler to Brookhaven in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the LAN train from Ambler station to Suburban Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WIL train and finally take the 117 bus from Welsh St & 7th St station to Plaza 352 Shopping Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Ambler may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brookhaven on the Moovit app.

171min$11.75
Walk to train stationTrain - LAN
LAN
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 117
117
Walk to Brookhaven
Leaves from Ambler

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ambler
    0.6 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - LANLAN
    Wait for train
    LAN
    #6507 - Gray 30th Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #5211 - Marcus Hook
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Welsh St & 7th St
    ID 19959
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Penn State
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plaza 352 Shopping Center
    ID 2148
    27 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brookhaven
    Walk to
    Brookhaven
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ambler to Brookhaven

The distance between Ambler, Philadelphia and Brookhaven, Philadelphia is approximately 36.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ambler to Brookhaven by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ambler to Brookhaven

To check the bus and train schedule from Ambler to Brookhaven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ambler) and destination (Brookhaven), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Alternative route from Ambler to Brookhaven by bus and train via LAN, WIL and 117

To get from Ambler to Brookhaven in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the LAN train from Ambler station to Suburban Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WIL train and finally take the 117 bus from Welsh St & 7th St station to Plaza 352 Shopping Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Ambler may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brookhaven on the Moovit app.

171min$11.75
Walk to train stationTrain - LAN
LAN
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 117
117
Walk to Brookhaven
Leaves from Ambler

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ambler
    0.6 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - LANLAN
    Wait for train
    LAN
    #6507 - Gray 30th Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #5211 - Marcus Hook
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Welsh St & 7th St
    ID 19959
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Penn State
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plaza 352 Shopping Center
    ID 2148
    27 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brookhaven
    Walk to
    Brookhaven
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ambler to Brookhaven?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Train line LAN, Train line MED, Bus line 117.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ambler to Brookhaven?

    The alternative route takes 171 minutes, using Train line LAN, Train line WIL, Bus line 117.

  • Is there a direct train between Ambler and Brookhaven in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ambler to Brookhaven in Philadelphia?

    The LAN train line goes from Ambler station near Ambler to #5211 - Center City Philadelphia station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #5211 - Center City Philadelphia station near Brookhaven in Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ambler to Brookhaven in Philadelphia by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ambler and Brookhaven in Philadelphia by train and bus is about 2 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ambler to get to Brookhaven in Philadelphia?

    Get on the LAN train from the Ambler station near Ambler in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ambler and Brookhaven in Philadelphia?

    Get off the train at the #5211 - Center City Philadelphia stop, which is closest to Brookhaven in Philadelphia.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ambler to Brookhaven?

    The ride from Ambler to Brookhaven costs $11.75.