How to get from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College by bus and train?

University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College - Bus Schedule

The 40 bus from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College runs from 12:42 AM to 12:02 AM, with departures every 10 min-3 hr 55 min. The trip takes about 55 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College by bus and train

To get from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, take the 40 bus from Spruce St & 36th St station to South St & Convention Av station. Next, take the MED train from University City station to Swarthmore station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from University of Pennsylvania may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Swarthmore College on the Moovit app.

55min$11.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 40
40
Train - MED
MED
Walk to Swarthmore College
Leaves from Spruce St & 36th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Spruce St & 36th St
    ID 22232
    180 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    2nd-Lombard
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South St & Convention Av
    ID 30648
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    University City
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MEDMED
    Wait for train
    MED
    #Med5309 - Media
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swarthmore
    23 min
  • 7
    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 University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College

The distance between University of Pennsylvania and Swarthmore College is approximately 10.44 mi, which can typically be traveled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Swarthmore – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 40, Train line MED.

  • Is there a direct bus between University of Pennsylvania and Swarthmore College?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College?

    The 40 bus line goes from Spruce St & 36th St station near University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia to South St & Convention Av station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till South St & Convention Av station near Swarthmore College.

  • How long does it take to travel from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College by bus and train?

    The total travel time between University of Pennsylvania and Swarthmore College by bus and train is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near University of Pennsylvania to get to Swarthmore College?

    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 traveling between University of Pennsylvania and Swarthmore College?

    Get off the bus at the South St & Convention Av station, which is closest to Swarthmore College.

  • When is the last train from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College?

    The last train from University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia to Swarthmore College in Swarthmore is the Media/Wawa Line line. It leaves the University City station at 6:49 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College?

    The ride from University of Pennsylvania to Swarthmore College costs $11.75.

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