How to get from Newark to Downingtown by train?

By train

To get from Newark to Downingtown in Philadelphia, take the WIL train from Newark station to 30th Street station. Next, take the PAO train from 30th Street station to Downingtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $9.25.

176min$9.25
Train - WIL
WIL
Train - PAO
PAO
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #2500 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    72 min
  • 4
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    #9501 - Thorndale
  • 5
    Ride to train station Downingtown
    Ride to train station
    Downingtown
    61 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to Downingtown

The distance between Newark, Philadelphia and Downingtown, Philadelphia is approximately 69.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 176 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to Downingtown by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Downingtown, Philadelphia

Downingtown is located at Downingtown, Philadelphia and the nearest public transit station is Lancaster Av & Gable Av.

Train stations close to Downingtown:

  • Thorndale
  • Downingtown

Bus stations close to Downingtown:

  • Lancaster Av & Gable Av
  • Lancaster Av & Aston Av
  • Lancaster Av & Manor Av

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Downingtown?

    The fastest way takes 176 minutes, using Bus line WIL, Bus line PAO.

  • Is there a direct train between Newark and Downingtown in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark to Downingtown in Philadelphia?

    The WIL train line goes from #2500 - Center City Philadelphia station near Newark to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Downingtown station near Downingtown in Philadelphia

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark to Downingtown in Philadelphia by train?

    The total travel time between Newark and Downingtown in Philadelphia by train is about 2 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Newark to get to Downingtown in Philadelphia?

    Get on the WIL train from the #2500 - Center City Philadelphia station near Newark in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Newark and Downingtown in Philadelphia?

    Get off the train at the Downingtown station, which is closest to Downingtown in Philadelphia.

  • How much is the train fare from Newark to Downingtown?

    The ride from Newark to Downingtown costs $9.25.

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