How to get from 5th St Station to Chester, PA by bus and train?

5th St Station to Chester, PA - Bus Schedule

The 38 bus from 5th St Station to Chester, PA runs from 12:12 AM to 11:10 PM, with departures every 15 min-5 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 1 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 5th St Station to Chester, PA by bus and train

To get from 5th St Station to Chester, PA in Chester, take the 38 bus from 5th St & Market St station to JFK Blvd & 18th St station. Next, take the WIL train from Suburban Station station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from 5th St Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

61min$11.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 38
38
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from 5th St & Market St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5th St & Market St
    ID 31382
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Wissahickon Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    JFK Blvd & 18th St
    ID 8938
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Suburban Station
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil213 - Wilmington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    38 min
  • 7
    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 5th St Station to Chester, PA

The distance between 5th St Station and Chester, PA is approximately 15.03 mi, which can typically be traveled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 5th St Station 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 5th St Station to Chester, PA

To check the bus and train schedule from 5th St Station to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (5th St Station) 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 5th St Station to Chester, PA?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Bus line 38, Train line WIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between 5th St Station and Chester, PA?

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

  • Which bus line goes from 5th St Station to Chester, PA?

    The 38 bus line goes from 5th St & Market St station near 5th St Station in Philadelphia to JFK Blvd & 18th St station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till JFK Blvd & 18th St station near Chester, PA.

  • How long does it take to travel from 5th St Station to Chester, PA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 5th St Station and Chester, PA by bus and train is about 1 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 5th St Station to get to Chester, PA?

    Get on the 38 bus from the 5th St & Market St stop near 5th St Station in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between 5th St Station and Chester, PA?

    Get off the bus at the JFK Blvd & 18th St station, which is closest to Chester, PA.

  • When is the first train from 5th St Station to Chester, PA?

    The first train from 5th St Station in Philadelphia to Chester, PA in Chester is Wilmington/Newark Line. It leaves the Jefferson Station at 12:56 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from 5th St Station to Chester, PA?

    The ride from 5th St Station to Chester, PA costs $11.75.

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