How to get from Merion to Chester, PA by train?

From Merion to Chester, PA by train

To get from Merion to Chester, PA in Chester, take the PAO train from Merion 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 10 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from Merion may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

70min$9.25
Train - PAO
PAO
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Merion

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Merion
  • 2
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    Wilmington
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Merion to Chester, PA by bus and train

To get from Merion to Chester, PA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the PAO train from Merion station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AIR train and finally take the 37 bus from Airport Terminal B station to 3rd St & Madison St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The train schedule from Merion may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

87min$11.75
Train - PAO
PAO
Train - AIR
AIR
Bus - 37
37
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Merion

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Merion
  • 2
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - AIRAIR
    Wait for train
    AIR
    Airport Terminal E & F
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Airport Terminal B
    19 min
  • 6
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Chester Via Airport Business Center
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    3rd St & Madison St
    ID 24963
    25 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merion to Chester, PA

The distance between Merion and Chester, PA is approximately 17.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merion 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 Merion to Chester, PA

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

To get from Merion to Chester, PA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the PAO train from Merion station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AIR train and finally take the 37 bus from Airport Terminal B station to 3rd St & Madison St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The train schedule from Merion may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

87min$11.75
Train - PAO
PAO
Train - AIR
AIR
Bus - 37
37
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Merion

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Merion
  • 2
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - AIRAIR
    Wait for train
    AIR
    Airport Terminal E & F
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Airport Terminal B
    19 min
  • 6
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Chester Via Airport Business Center
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    3rd St & Madison St
    ID 24963
    25 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Train line PAO, Train line WIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Train line PAO, Train line AIR, Bus line 37.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Merion to Chester, PA?

    The PAO train line goes from Temple University station near Merion in Lower Merion 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 Merion to Chester, PA by train?

    The total travel time between Merion and Chester, PA by train is about 1 hr 10 min.

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

    Get on the PAO train from the Temple University station near Merion in Lower Merion.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Merion 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 Merion to Chester, PA?

    The ride from Merion to Chester, PA costs $9.25.

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