How to get from Rahway to Chester by train?

From Rahway to Chester by train

To get from Rahway to Chester in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NC train from Rahway station to Trenton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the WIL train from 30th Street station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 55 min. The train schedule from Rahway may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester on the Moovit app.

175min
Train - NC
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Train - WIL
WIL
Leaves from Rahway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rahway
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Trenton
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Washington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    30 min
  • 7
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil9219 - Marcus Hook
  • 8
    Ride to train station Chester
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rahway to Chester by train via NC, KEYSTONE SERVICE and WIL

To get from Rahway to Chester in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NC train from Rahway station to Trenton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the WIL train from 30th Street station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 55 min. The train schedule from Rahway may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester on the Moovit app.

175min
Train - NC
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Train - WIL
WIL
Leaves from Rahway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rahway
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Trenton
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    Harrisburg
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    32 min
  • 7
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil9219 - Marcus Hook
  • 8
    Ride to train station Chester
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rahway to Chester

The distance between Rahway, Philadelphia and Chester, Philadelphia is approximately 82.1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 175 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rahway to Chester by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Rahway to Chester

To check the train schedule from Rahway to Chester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rahway) and destination (Chester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Rahway to Chester by train via NC, KEYSTONE SERVICE and WIL

To get from Rahway to Chester in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NC train from Rahway station to Trenton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the WIL train from 30th Street station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 55 min. The train schedule from Rahway may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester on the Moovit app.

175min
Train - NC
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Train - WIL
WIL
Leaves from Rahway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rahway
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Trenton
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    Harrisburg
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    32 min
  • 7
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil9219 - Marcus Hook
  • 8
    Ride to train station Chester
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rahway to Chester?

    The fastest way takes 175 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Train line WIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rahway to Chester?

    The alternative route takes 175 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line KEYSTONE SERVICE, Train line WIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Rahway and Chester in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rahway to Chester in Philadelphia?

    The NC train line goes from #3915| Trenton Transit Center station near Rahway to Trenton station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Trenton station near Chester in Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rahway to Chester in Philadelphia by train?

    The total travel time between Rahway and Chester in Philadelphia by train is about 2 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rahway to get to Chester in Philadelphia?

    Get on the NC train from the #3915| Trenton Transit Center station near Rahway in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Rahway and Chester in Philadelphia?

    Get off the train at the Trenton station, which is closest to Chester in Philadelphia.

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