How to get from Melrose Park to Chester, PA by train?

From Melrose Park to Chester, PA by train

To get from Melrose Park to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WTR train from Melrose Park station to 30th Street station. Next, take the WIL train from 30th Street station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Melrose Park may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

77min$9.25
Train - WTR
WTR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Melrose Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melrose Park
  • 2
    Train - WTRWTR
    Wait for train
    WTR
    #Wtr6311 - Gray 30th St Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil5211 - Marcus Hook
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    37 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Melrose Park to Chester, PA by train via WAR and WIL

To get from Melrose Park to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WAR train from Melrose Park 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 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Melrose Park may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

87min$9.25
Train - WAR
WAR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Melrose Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melrose Park
  • 2
    Train - WARWAR
    Wait for train
    WAR
    #War421 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil5211 - Marcus Hook
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    42 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 Melrose Park to Chester, PA

The distance between Melrose Park and Chester, PA is approximately 22.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 77 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melrose Park 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 Melrose Park to Chester, PA

To check the train schedule from Melrose Park to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Melrose Park) 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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Alternative route from Melrose Park to Chester, PA by train via WAR and WIL

To get from Melrose Park to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WAR train from Melrose Park 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 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Melrose Park may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

87min$9.25
Train - WAR
WAR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Melrose Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melrose Park
  • 2
    Train - WARWAR
    Wait for train
    WAR
    #War421 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil5211 - Marcus Hook
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    42 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Chester, PA?

    The fastest way takes 77 minutes, using Train line WTR, Train line WIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Melrose Park to Chester, PA?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Train line WAR, Train line WIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Melrose Park and Chester, PA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Melrose Park to Chester, PA?

    The WTR train line goes from 30th Street station near Melrose Park in Cheltenham to Chester station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chester station near Chester, PA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Melrose Park to Chester, PA by train?

    The total travel time between Melrose Park and Chester, PA by train is about 1 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Melrose Park to get to Chester, PA?

    Get on the WTR train from the 30th Street station near Melrose Park in Cheltenham.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Melrose Park and Chester, PA?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Melrose Park to Chester, PA?

    The ride from Melrose Park to Chester, PA costs $9.25.

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