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

From Elkins Park to Chester, PA by train

To get from Elkins Park to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WTR train from Elkins 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 19 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Elkins Park may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

79min$9.25
Train - WTR
WTR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Elkins Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elkins Park
  • 2
    Train - WTRWTR
    Wait for train
    WTR
    #Wtr6311 - Gray 30th St Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    29 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 Elkins Park to Chester, PA by train via WAR and WIL

To get from Elkins Park to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WAR train from Elkins 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 29 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Elkins Park may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

89min$9.25
Train - WAR
WAR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Elkins Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elkins Park
  • 2
    Train - WARWAR
    Wait for train
    WAR
    #War421 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    28 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 Elkins Park to Chester, PA

The distance between Elkins Park and Chester, PA is approximately 23.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elkins 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 Elkins Park to Chester, PA

To check the train schedule from Elkins Park to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Elkins 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.

Related Routes

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

To get from Elkins Park to Chester, PA in Chester, take the WAR train from Elkins 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 29 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Elkins Park may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

89min$9.25
Train - WAR
WAR
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Elkins Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elkins Park
  • 2
    Train - WARWAR
    Wait for train
    WAR
    #War421 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    28 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 Elkins Park to Chester, PA?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Train line WTR, Train line WIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 89 minutes, using Train line WAR, Train line WIL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

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

    The WTR train line goes from #Wtr6311 - Gray 30th St Station station near Elkins Park in Cheltenham to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 30th Street station near Chester, PA.

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

    The total travel time between Elkins Park and Chester, PA by train is about 1 hr 19 min.

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

    Get on the WTR train from the #Wtr6311 - Gray 30th St Station station near Elkins Park in Cheltenham.

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

    Get off the train at the 30th Street station, which is closest to Chester, PA.

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

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

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