How to get from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA by train?

From North Philadelphia to Chester, PA by train

To get from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester, take the TRE train from North Philadelphia Amtrak 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 4 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from North Philadelphia may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

64min$9.25
Train - TRE
TRE
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from North Philadelphia Amtrak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    North Philadelphia
  • 2
    Train - TRETRE
    Wait for train
    TRE
    Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    10 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

Alternative route from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA by train via CHW and WIL

To get from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester, take the CHW train from North Philadelphia Amtrak 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 1 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from North Philadelphia may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

61min$9.25
Train - CHW
CHW
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from North Philadelphia Amtrak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    North Philadelphia
  • 2
    Train - CHWCHW
    Wait for train
    CHW
    Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    11 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
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Public transit directions from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA

The distance between North Philadelphia and Chester, PA is approximately 17.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Philadelphia 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 North Philadelphia to Chester, PA

To check the train schedule from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Philadelphia) 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 North Philadelphia to Chester, PA by train via CHW and WIL

To get from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester, take the CHW train from North Philadelphia Amtrak 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 1 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The train schedule from North Philadelphia may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

61min$9.25
Train - CHW
CHW
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from North Philadelphia Amtrak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    North Philadelphia
  • 2
    Train - CHWCHW
    Wait for train
    CHW
    Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    11 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Train line TRE, Train line WIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 61 minutes, using Train line CHW, Train line WIL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA?

    The TRE train line goes from Temple University station near North Philadelphia in Philadelphia 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 North Philadelphia to Chester, PA by train?

    The total travel time between North Philadelphia and Chester, PA by train is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the TRE train from the Temple University station near North Philadelphia in Philadelphia.

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

    The ride from North Philadelphia to Chester, PA costs $9.25.

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