How to get from Bristol to Chester, PA by bus and train?

From Bristol to Chester, PA by bus and train

To get from Bristol to Chester, PA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the TRE train from Bristol station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MED train and finally take the 109 bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - Fs station to Chester Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Bristol may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

86min$11.75
Train - TRE
TRE
Train - MED
MED
Bus - 109
109
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Bristol

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Train - TRETRE
    Wait for train
    TRE
    #Tre9714 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    33 min
  • 4
    Train - MEDMED
    Wait for train
    MED
    #Med5311 - Wawa
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swarthmore
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - Fs
    ID 14837
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 109109
    Wait for bus
    109
    Chester Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chester Transit Center
    ID 31036
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    520 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bristol to Chester, PA

The distance between Bristol and Chester, PA is approximately 37.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bristol to Chester, PA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bristol to Chester, PA

To check the bus and train schedule from Bristol to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bristol) and destination (Chester, PA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Train line TRE, Train line MED, Bus line 109.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

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

    The TRE train line goes from 30th Street station near Bristol in Bristol to Swarthmore station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Swarthmore station near Chester, PA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bristol to Chester, PA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Bristol and Chester, PA by train and bus is about 1 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the TRE train from the 30th Street station near Bristol in Bristol.

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

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Bristol to Chester, PA?

    The ride from Bristol to Chester, PA costs $11.75.

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