The average train between Villanova University and Bethesda takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Villanova University to Bethesda. 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 Villanova University and Bethesda. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Villanova University is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Bethesda at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Villanova and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Villanova University to Bethesda. However, there are services departing from Villanova University station and arriving at Bethesda station via Washington Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Villanova University to Bethesda train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from 30th Street Station.
Villanova University to Bethesda train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Washington Union Station.
The distance between Villanova University and Bethesda is 191.1 km. The road distance is 248 km.
Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Amtrak Acela also services this route hourly.