How to get from Newark to Swarthmore by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Newark to Swarthmore in Philadelphia, take the WIL train from Newark station to Chester station. Next, take the 109 bus from Chester Transportation Center station to Baltimore Pk & Chester Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

73min$6.00
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 109
109
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
    47 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 Street Transportation Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Baltimore Pk & Chester Rd
    Ride to bus station
    Baltimore Pk & Chester Rd
    ID 19210
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to Swarthmore
The distance between Newark, Philadelphia and Swarthmore, Philadelphia is approximately 30.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to Swarthmore by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Swarthmore, Philadelphia

Swarthmore is located at Swarthmore, Philadelphia and the nearest public transit station is Springfield Mall.

Bus stations close to Swarthmore:

  • Springfield Mall
  • Swarthmore Av & Chester Rd
  • Swarthmore Av & Chester Rd - Fs
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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line WIL, Bus line 109.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark to Swarthmore 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 till Chester station near Swarthmore in Philadelphia

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark to Swarthmore in Philadelphia by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Newark and Swarthmore in Philadelphia by train and bus is about 1 hr 13 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Chester stop, which is closest to Swarthmore in Philadelphia.

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

    The ride from Newark to Swarthmore costs $6.00.

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