How to get from Merion Station to West Chester by bus and train?

Merion Station to West Chester - Train Schedule

The PAO train from Merion Station to West Chester departs once a day at 8:08 AM. The trip takes about 1 hr 20 min.

From Merion Station to West Chester by bus and train

To get from Merion Station to West Chester in Philadelphia, take the PAO train from Merion station to Exton station. Next, take the 135 bus from Pottstown Pk & Us 30 station to Westchester Transportation Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The bus and train schedule from Merion Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to West Chester on the Moovit app.

80min$6.25
Walk to train stationTrain - PAO
PAO
Bus - 135
135
Leaves from Merion

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Merion
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - PAOPAO
    Wait for train
    PAO
    #Pao9505 - Thorndale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exton
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pottstown Pk & Us 30
    ID 31217
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 135135
    Wait for bus
    135
    West Chester Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Westchester Transportation Center
    Ride to bus station
    Westchester Transportation Center
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merion Station to West Chester

The distance between Merion Station, Philadelphia and West Chester, Philadelphia is approximately 26.51 mi, which can typically be traveled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merion Station 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 Merion Station to West Chester

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Train line PAO, Bus line 135.

  • Is there a direct train between Merion Station and West Chester?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Merion Station to West Chester?

    The PAO train line goes from Merion station near Merion Station in Lower Merion to Exton station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Exton station near West Chester in Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merion Station to West Chester by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Merion Station in Lower Merion and West Chester in Philadelphia by train and bus is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Merion Station to get to West Chester?

    Get on the PAO train from the Merion station near Merion Station in Lower Merion.

  • Where do I get off the train when traveling between Merion Station and West Chester?

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

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

    The ride from Merion Station to West Chester costs $6.25.

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