How to get from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo by bus and metro?

From University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo by bus and metro

To get from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia, take the 40 bus from Spruce St & 36th St station to 41st St & Girard Av station. Next, take the G1 metro from Girard Av & 41st St station to Girard Av & 34th St - Mbfs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus and metro schedule from University of Pennsylvania may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Philadelphia Zoo on the Moovit app.

30min$2.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 40
40
Metro - G1
Walk to Philadelphia Zoo
Leaves from Spruce St & 36th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Spruce St & 36th St
    ID 22573
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    50th-Parkside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    41st St & Girard Av
    ID 22298
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Girard Av & 41st St
    ID 21062
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Metro - G1
    Wait for metro
    G1
    Richmond-Westmoreland
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Girard Av & 34th St - Mbfs
    ID 30292
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Philadelphia Zoo
    Walk to
    Philadelphia Zoo
    3400 W Girard Ave
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo

The distance between University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Zoo is approximately 2.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo?

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Bus line 40, Metro line G1.

  • Is there a direct bus between University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia?

    The 40 bus line goes from Spruce St & 36th St station near University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia to 41st St & Girard Av station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till 41st St & Girard Av station near Philadelphia Zoo.

  • How long does it take to travel from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Zoo by bus and metro is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near University of Pennsylvania to get to Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia?

    Get on the 40 bus from the Spruce St & 36th St stop near University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia?

    Get off the bus at the 41st St & Girard Av station, which is closest to Philadelphia Zoo.

  • When is the last bus from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia?

    The last bus from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia is the 33rd-Dauphin to 40th-Baltimore line. It leaves the 33rd St & Spruce St stop at 7:12 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo?

    The ride from University of Pennsylvania to Philadelphia Zoo costs $2.50.

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