How to get from Newark to Lower Merion by bus, metro and train?

From Newark to Lower Merion by bus, metro and train

To get from Newark to Lower Merion in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take one train line, one bus line and one metro line: take the WIL train from Newark station to Chester station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 109 bus and finally take the M1 metro from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Matsonford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus, metro and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, metro and train schedule to Lower Merion on the Moovit app.

140min$8.25
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 109
109
Metro - M1
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #9208 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chester Transportation Center
    ID 31036
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 109109
    Wait for bus
    109
    69th St Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    45 min
  • 7
    Metro - M1
    Wait for metro
    M1
    Norristown Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to metro station Matsonford
    Ride to metro station
    Matsonford
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Newark to Lower Merion by bus, metro and train via WIL, 113 and M1

To get from Newark to Lower Merion in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take one train line, one bus line and one metro line: take the WIL train from Newark station to Highland Avenue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 113 bus and finally take the M1 metro from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Matsonford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus, metro and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, metro and train schedule to Lower Merion on the Moovit app.

140min$9.00
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 113
113
Metro - M1
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #9208 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Highland Avenue
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Highland Av & 6th St - Mbfs
    ID 25027
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 113113
    Wait for bus
    113
    69th St Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    67 min
  • 7
    Metro - M1
    Wait for metro
    M1
    Norristown Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to metro station Matsonford
    Ride to metro station
    Matsonford
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to Lower Merion

The distance between Newark, Philadelphia and Lower Merion, Philadelphia is approximately 46.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to Lower Merion by bus, metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Metro And Train schedule from Newark to Lower Merion

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Newark to Lower Merion by bus, metro and train via WIL, 113 and M1

To get from Newark to Lower Merion in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take one train line, one bus line and one metro line: take the WIL train from Newark station to Highland Avenue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 113 bus and finally take the M1 metro from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Matsonford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus, metro and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, metro and train schedule to Lower Merion on the Moovit app.

140min$9.00
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 113
113
Metro - M1
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #9208 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Highland Avenue
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Highland Av & 6th St - Mbfs
    ID 25027
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 113113
    Wait for bus
    113
    69th St Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    67 min
  • 7
    Metro - M1
    Wait for metro
    M1
    Norristown Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to metro station Matsonford
    Ride to metro station
    Matsonford
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Lower Merion?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Train line WIL, Bus line 109, Metro line M1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Newark to Lower Merion?

    The alternative route takes 140 minutes, using Train line WIL, Bus line 113, Metro line M1.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one bus line and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark to Lower Merion in Philadelphia?

    The WIL train line goes from #9208 - Temple University station near Newark to Chester station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line till Chester station near Lower Merion in Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark to Lower Merion in Philadelphia by train, bus and metro?

    The total travel time between Newark and Lower Merion in Philadelphia by train, bus and metro is about 2 hr 20 min.

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

    Get on the WIL train from the #9208 - Temple University station near Newark in Philadelphia.

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

    Get off the train at the Chester station, which is closest to Lower Merion in Philadelphia.

  • How much is the total train, bus and metro fare from Newark to Lower Merion?

    The ride from Newark to Lower Merion costs $8.25.

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