How to get from Thorndale to Charlestown by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Thorndale to Charlestown in Philadelphia, take the PAO train from Thorndale station to Paoli station. Next, take the 206 bus from Paoli Regional Rail Station station to General Warren Blvd & Otis - FS station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

109min$5.75
Walk to train stationTrain - PAO
PAO
Bus - 206
206
Leaves from Thorndale

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Thorndale
    0.51 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    #516 - Center City Philadelphia
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paoli
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Paoli Regional Rail Station
    ID 1874
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Commons at Great Valley
  • 6
    Ride to bus station General Warren Blvd & Otis - FS
    Ride to bus station
    General Warren Blvd & Otis - FS
    ID 15301
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Thorndale to Charlestown

The distance between Thorndale, Philadelphia and Charlestown, Philadelphia is approximately 23.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thorndale to Charlestown 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 Thorndale

Thorndale is located at Thorndale, Philadelphia and the nearest public transit station is Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr.

Train stations close to Thorndale:

  • Thorndale
  • Downingtown

Bus stations close to Thorndale:

  • Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr
  • Lincoln Hwy & Municipal Dr - Mbfs
  • Lincoln Hwy & Thorndale Shopping Center

Public transit stations close to Charlestown, Philadelphia

Charlestown is located at Charlestown, Philadelphia and the nearest public transit station is Morehall Rd & Flat Rd.

Train stations close to Charlestown:

  • Malvern

Bus stations close to Charlestown:

  • Morehall Rd & Flat Rd
  • Morehall Rd & Atwater Dr - FS
  • General Warren Blvd & Otis - FS

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thorndale to Charlestown?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Bus line PAO, Bus line 206.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Thorndale to Charlestown in Philadelphia?

    The PAO train line goes from Thorndale station near Thorndale to #516 - Center City Philadelphia station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till General Warren Blvd & Otis - FS station near Charlestown in Philadelphia

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

    The total travel time between Thorndale and Charlestown in Philadelphia by train and bus is about 1 hr 49 min.

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

    Get on the PAO train from the Thorndale station near Thorndale in Philadelphia.

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

    Get off the train at the General Warren Blvd & Otis - FS stop, which is closest to Charlestown in Philadelphia.

  • How much is the train fare from Thorndale to Charlestown?

    The ride from Thorndale to Charlestown costs $5.75.

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