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How to get from Upper Christiana to Thorndale by train?

By train

To get from Upper Christiana to Thorndale in Philadelphia, take the WILMINGTON/NEWARK train from Churchman's Crossing station to 30th Street station. Next, take the PAOLI/THORNDALE train from 30th Street station to Thorndale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $9.25.

198min$9.25
Train - WILMINGTON/NEWARK
WILMINGTON/NEWARK
Train - PAOLI/THORNDALE
PAOLI/THORNDALE
Walk to Thorndale
Leaves from Churchman's Crossing

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Upper Christiana
  • 2
    Train - WILMINGTON/NEWARKWILMINGTON/NEWARK
    Wait for train
    WILMINGTON/NEWARK
    #2500 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - PAOLI/THORNDALEPAOLI/THORNDALE
    Wait for train
    PAOLI/THORNDALE
    #9501 - Thorndale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Thorndale
    75 min
  • 6
    Walk to Thorndale
    Walk to
    Thorndale
    0.51 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Upper Christiana to Thorndale in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the WILMINGTON/NEWARK train from Churchman's Crossing station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the 135 bus from Pottstown Pk & Us 30 station to Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr - Mbfs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 33 min.

213min
Train - WILMINGTON/NEWARK
WILMINGTON/NEWARK
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Bus - 135
135
Walk to Thorndale
Leaves from Churchman's Crossing

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Upper Christiana
  • 2
    Train - WILMINGTON/NEWARKWILMINGTON/NEWARK
    Wait for train
    WILMINGTON/NEWARK
    #2500 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    Harrisburg
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exton
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pottstown Pk & Us 30
    ID EXTRAINO
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 135135
    Wait for bus
    135
    Cotesville
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr - Mbfs
    ID LINMUNWE
    28 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thorndale
    Walk to
    Thorndale
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Upper Christiana to Thorndale

The distance between Upper Christiana, Philadelphia and Thorndale, Philadelphia is approximately 68.1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 198 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Upper Christiana to Thorndale by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Thorndale, Philadelphia

Thorndale is located at Thorndale, Philadelphia and the nearest public transit station is Lincoln Hwy & S Bailey Rd.

Train stations close to Thorndale:

  • Thorndale
  • Downingtown

Bus stations close to Thorndale:

  • Lincoln Hwy & S Bailey Rd
  • Lincoln Hwy & N Bailey Rd - Mbns
  • Lincoln Hwy & Bailey Rd - Mbfs

By bus and train

To get from Upper Christiana to Thorndale in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the WILMINGTON/NEWARK train from Churchman's Crossing station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the 135 bus from Pottstown Pk & Us 30 station to Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr - Mbfs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 33 min.

213min
Train - WILMINGTON/NEWARK
WILMINGTON/NEWARK
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Bus - 135
135
Walk to Thorndale
Leaves from Churchman's Crossing

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Upper Christiana
  • 2
    Train - WILMINGTON/NEWARKWILMINGTON/NEWARK
    Wait for train
    WILMINGTON/NEWARK
    #2500 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    Harrisburg
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exton
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pottstown Pk & Us 30
    ID EXTRAINO
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 135135
    Wait for bus
    135
    Cotesville
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr - Mbfs
    ID LINMUNWE
    28 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thorndale
    Walk to
    Thorndale
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Upper Christiana to Thorndale?

    The fastest way takes 198 minutes, using Bus line WILMINGTON/NEWARK, Bus line PAOLI/THORNDALE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Upper Christiana to Thorndale?

    The alternative route takes 213 minutes, using Bus line WILMINGTON/NEWARK, Bus line KEYSTONE SERVICE, Bus line 135.

  • Is there a direct train between Upper Christiana and Thorndale in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Upper Christiana to Thorndale in Philadelphia?

    The WILMINGTON/NEWARK train line goes from #2500 - Center City Philadelphia station near Upper Christiana to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Thorndale station near Thorndale in Philadelphia

  • How long does it take to travel from Upper Christiana to Thorndale in Philadelphia by train?

    The total travel time between Upper Christiana and Thorndale in Philadelphia by train is about 3 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Upper Christiana to get to Thorndale in Philadelphia?

    Get on the WILMINGTON/NEWARK train from the #2500 - Center City Philadelphia station near Upper Christiana in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Upper Christiana and Thorndale in Philadelphia?

    Get off the train at the Thorndale station, which is closest to Thorndale in Philadelphia.

  • How much is the train fare from Upper Christiana to Thorndale?

    The ride from Upper Christiana to Thorndale costs $9.25.

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