How to get from Swarthmore to Fishtown by metro and train?

From Swarthmore to Fishtown by metro and train

To get from Swarthmore to Fishtown in Philadelphia, take the MED train from Swarthmore station to 30th Street station. Next, take the L1 metro from 30th St Station station to Girard Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The metro and train schedule from Swarthmore may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Fishtown on the Moovit app.

55min$11.75
Train - MED
MED
Metro - L1
Walk to Fishtown
Leaves from Swarthmore

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Swarthmore
  • 2
    Train - MEDMED
    Wait for train
    MED
    Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    30th St Station
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - L1
    Wait for metro
    L1
    Frankford Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Girard Station
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fishtown
    Walk to
    Fishtown
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Swarthmore to Fishtown by bus and metro

To get from Swarthmore to Fishtown in Philadelphia, take the 109 bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av station to 69th Street Transportation Center station. Next, take the L1 metro from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Girard Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The metro and train schedule from Swarthmore may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Fishtown on the Moovit app.

74min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 109
109
Metro - L1
Walk to Fishtown
Leaves from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chester Rd & Rutgers Av
    ID 14840
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 109109
    Wait for bus
    109
    69th St Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    37 min
  • 4
    Metro - L1
    Wait for metro
    L1
    Frankford Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Girard Station
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to Fishtown
    Walk to
    Fishtown
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Swarthmore to Fishtown

The distance between Swarthmore, Philadelphia and Fishtown, Philadelphia is approximately 14.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Swarthmore to Fishtown by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Swarthmore to Fishtown

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

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From Swarthmore to Fishtown by bus and metro

To get from Swarthmore to Fishtown in Philadelphia, take the 109 bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av station to 69th Street Transportation Center station. Next, take the L1 metro from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Girard Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The metro and train schedule from Swarthmore may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Fishtown on the Moovit app.

74min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 109
109
Metro - L1
Walk to Fishtown
Leaves from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chester Rd & Rutgers Av
    ID 14840
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 109109
    Wait for bus
    109
    69th St Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    37 min
  • 4
    Metro - L1
    Wait for metro
    L1
    Frankford Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Girard Station
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to Fishtown
    Walk to
    Fishtown
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Fishtown?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Train line MED, Metro line L1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Swarthmore to Fishtown?

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 109, Metro line L1.

  • Is there a direct train between Swarthmore and Fishtown?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Swarthmore to Fishtown?

    The MED train line goes from Center City Philadelphia station near Swarthmore in Swarthmore to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till 30th Street station near Fishtown in Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Swarthmore to Fishtown by train and metro?

    The total travel time between Swarthmore in Swarthmore and Fishtown in Philadelphia by train and metro is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Swarthmore to get to Fishtown?

    Get on the MED train from the Center City Philadelphia station near Swarthmore in Swarthmore.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Swarthmore and Fishtown?

    Get off the train at the 30th Street station, which is closest to Fishtown in Philadelphia.

  • How much is the train fare from Swarthmore to Fishtown?

    The ride from Swarthmore to Fishtown costs $11.75.

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