How to get from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA by train?

From Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA by train

Take one direct train from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA in Chester: take the WIL train from 30th Street station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

43min$9.25
Walk to train stationTrain - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from 30th Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    30th Street
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil5207 - Wilmington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA by bus and metro

To get from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA in Chester, take the T4 metro from 30th St station to Darby Transit Center station. Next, take the 114 bus from Darby Transit Center station to 9th St & Madison St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The train schedule from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

77min$2.50
Walk to metro station
Metro - T4
Bus - 114
114
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from 30th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    30th St
    440 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Metro - T4
    Wait for metro
    T4
    Darby Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Darby Transit Center
    ID 31035
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Darby Transit Center
    ID 31035
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 114114
    Wait for bus
    114
    Chester Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    9th St & Madison St
    ID 25134
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA

The distance between Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) and Chester, PA is approximately 12.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) 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 (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA

To check the train schedule from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut)) 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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From Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA by bus and metro

To get from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA in Chester, take the T4 metro from 30th St station to Darby Transit Center station. Next, take the 114 bus from Darby Transit Center station to 9th St & Madison St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The train schedule from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

77min$2.50
Walk to metro station
Metro - T4
Bus - 114
114
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from 30th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    30th St
    440 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Metro - T4
    Wait for metro
    T4
    Darby Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Darby Transit Center
    ID 31035
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Darby Transit Center
    ID 31035
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 114114
    Wait for bus
    114
    Chester Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    9th St & Madison St
    ID 25134
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Train line WIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Metro line T4, Bus line 114.

  • Is there a direct train between Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) and Chester, PA?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) in Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester in 43 min.

  • Which train line goes from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA?

    The WIL train line goes from 30th Street station near Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) in Philadelphia to #Wil5207 - Wilmington station near Chester, PA in Chester.

  • How long does it take to travel from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA by train?

    The total travel time between Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) and Chester, PA by train is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to get to Chester, PA?

    Get on the WIL train from the 30th Street station near Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) and Chester, PA?

    Get off the train at the #Wil5207 - Wilmington station, which is closest to Chester, PA.

  • When is the first train from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA?

    The first train from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) in Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester is Wilmington/Newark Line. It leaves the 30th Street station at 1:14 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA?

    The ride from Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut) to Chester, PA costs $9.25.

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