The average train between Bethesda and Villanova University takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is an hourly train service from Bethesda to Villanova University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bethesda and Villanova University. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bethesda is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Villanova University at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bethesda to Villanova University. However, there are services departing from Bethesda station and arriving at Villanova University station via 30th Street Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Bethesda to Villanova University train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Bethesda to Villanova University train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at 30th Street Station.
The distance between Bethesda and Villanova University is 191.1 km. The road distance is 246 km.
Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–650 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Amtrak also services this route hourly.