How to get from Newark to West Chester by bus and train?

From Newark to West Chester by bus and train

To get from Newark to West Chester in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the WIL train from Newark station to Chester station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 118 bus and finally take the 104 bus from West Chester Pk & Saint Albans - Mbns station to Westchester Transportation Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to West Chester on the Moovit app.

139min$8.25
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 118
118
Bus - 104
104
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
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chester Transportation Center
    ID 31036
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 118118
    Wait for bus
    118
    Newtown Square
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newtown Street Rd & West Chester Pk
    ID 26117
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West Chester Pk & Saint Albans - Mbns
    ID 18678
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 104104
    Wait for bus
    104
    West Chester University
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Westchester Transportation Center
    Ride to bus station
    Westchester Transportation Center
    28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Newark to West Chester by bus and train via WIL, 109 and 104

To get from Newark to West Chester in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the WIL train from Newark station to Chester station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 109 bus and finally take the 104 bus from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Westchester Transportation Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to West Chester on the Moovit app.

169min$8.25
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 109
109
Bus - 104
104
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
    41 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 St Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    45 min
  • 7
    Bus - 104104
    Wait for bus
    104
    West Chester University
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Westchester Transportation Center
    Ride to bus station
    Westchester Transportation Center
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to West Chester

The distance between Newark, Philadelphia and West Chester, Philadelphia is approximately 50.52 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to West Chester by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Newark to West Chester

To check the bus and train schedule from Newark to West Chester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Newark) and destination (West Chester), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Newark to West Chester by bus and train via WIL, 109 and 104

To get from Newark to West Chester in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the WIL train from Newark station to Chester station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 109 bus and finally take the 104 bus from 69th Street Transportation Center station to Westchester Transportation Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus and train schedule from Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to West Chester on the Moovit app.

169min$8.25
Train - WIL
WIL
Bus - 109
109
Bus - 104
104
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
    41 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 St Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    69th Street Transportation Center
    ID 31034
    45 min
  • 7
    Bus - 104104
    Wait for bus
    104
    West Chester University
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Westchester Transportation Center
    Ride to bus station
    Westchester Transportation Center
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newark to West Chester?

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Train line WIL, Bus line 118, Bus line 104.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Newark to West Chester?

    The alternative route takes 169 minutes, using Train line WIL, Bus line 109, Bus line 104.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newark to West Chester in Philadelphia?

    The WIL train line goes from #9208 - Temple University station near Newark to Chester station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Chester station near West Chester in Philadelphia.

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

    The total travel time between Newark and West Chester in Philadelphia by train and bus is about 2 hr 19 min.

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

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

  • How much is the train fare from Newark to West Chester?

    The ride from Newark to West Chester costs $8.25.

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