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How to get from Princeton Junction to Merion Station by train?

From Princeton Junction to Merion Station by train

To get from Princeton Junction to Merion Station in Lower Merion, take the CAROLINIAN train from Princeton Junction station to 30th Street station. Next, take the PAO train from 30th Street station to Merion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from Princeton Junction may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Merion Station on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
Train - PAO
PAO
Walk to Merion Station
Leaves from Princeton Junction

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Princeton Junction
  • 2
    Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
    Wait for train
    CAROLINIAN
    Washington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    #Pao2583 - Malvern
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Merion
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Merion Station
    Walk to
    Merion Station
    Montgomery, Pennsylvania
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Princeton Junction to Merion Station

The distance between Princeton Junction, Lower Merion and Merion Station, Lower Merion is approximately 47.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 77 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Princeton Junction to Merion Station by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lower Merion – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Princeton Junction to Merion Station

To check the train schedule from Princeton Junction to Merion Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Princeton Junction) and destination (Merion Station), 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Merion Station?

    The fastest way takes 77 minutes, using Train line CAROLINIAN, Train line PAO.

  • Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Merion Station?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Princeton Junction to Merion Station?

    The CAROLINIAN train line goes from 30th Street station near Princeton Junction in Philadelphia to Merion station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Merion station near Merion Station in Lower Merion.

  • How long does it take to travel from Princeton Junction to Merion Station by train?

    The total travel time between Princeton Junction in Philadelphia and Merion Station in Lower Merion by train is about 1 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Princeton Junction to get to Merion Station?

    Get on the CAROLINIAN train from the 30th Street station near Princeton Junction in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Princeton Junction and Merion Station?

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