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How to get from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College by train?

From Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College by train

To get from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, take the CAROLINIAN train from Princeton Junction station to 30th Street station. Next, take the MED train from 30th Street station to Swarthmore station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The train schedule from Princeton Junction may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Swarthmore College on the Moovit app.

80min
Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
Train - MED
MED
Walk to Swarthmore College
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 - MEDMED
    Wait for train
    MED
    #Med5311 - Wawa
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swarthmore
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to Swarthmore College
    Walk to
    Swarthmore College
    Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA 19081, USA
    830 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College

The distance between Princeton Junction and Swarthmore College is approximately 52.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Swarthmore – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College

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

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Train line CAROLINIAN, Train line MED.

  • Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Swarthmore College?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Princeton Junction to Swarthmore College by train?

    The total travel time between Princeton Junction and Swarthmore College by train is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Princeton Junction to get to Swarthmore College?

    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 Swarthmore College?

    Get off the train at the Swarthmore station, which is closest to Swarthmore College.