How to get from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA by train?

From Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA by train

To get from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WTR train from Jefferson Station station to Suburban Station station. Next, take the WIL train from Suburban Station station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Philadelphia Bus Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

56min$9.25
Walk to train stationTrain - WTR
WTR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Jefferson Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jefferson Station
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - WTRWTR
    Wait for train
    WTR
    #Wtr6307 - Gray 30th St Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil213 - Wilmington
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA

The distance between Philadelphia Bus Station and Chester, PA is approximately 14.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA

To check the train schedule from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Philadelphia Bus Station) and destination (Chester, PA), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Train line WTR, Train line WIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Philadelphia Bus Station and Chester, PA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA?

    The WTR train line goes from Jefferson Station station near Philadelphia Bus Station in Philadelphia to Suburban Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Suburban Station station near Chester, PA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA by train?

    The total travel time between Philadelphia Bus Station and Chester, PA by train is about 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Philadelphia Bus Station to get to Chester, PA?

    Get on the WTR train from the Jefferson Station station near Philadelphia Bus Station in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Philadelphia Bus Station and Chester, PA?

    Get off the train at the Suburban Station station, which is closest to Chester, PA.

  • When is the first train from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA?

    The first train from Philadelphia Bus Station in Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester is Wilmington/Newark Line. It leaves the Jefferson Station station at 1:04 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA?

    The ride from Philadelphia Bus Station to Chester, PA costs $9.25.

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