What is the cheapest way to get from Ambler to Center City?

The cheapest way to get from Ambler to Center City is to train which costs $3 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambler to Center City?

The fastest way to get from Ambler to Center City is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ambler and Center City?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambler to Center City. However, there are services departing from Butler Av & Ridge Av and arriving at 12th St & Market St via Chestnut Hill Loop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ambler and Center City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ambler and arriving at Jefferson Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Ambler to Center City?

The distance between Ambler and Center City is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ambler to Center City without a car?

The best way to get from Ambler to Center City without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Ambler to Center City?

The train from Ambler to Jefferson Station takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ambler to Center City bus from?

Ambler to Center City bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Butler Av & Ridge Av station.

Where do I catch the Ambler to Center City train from?

Ambler to Center City train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Ambler station.

Train or bus from Ambler to Center City?

The best way to get from Ambler to Center City is to train which takes 38 min and costs $3. Alternatively, you can line 94 bus and line 23 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Ambler to Center City bus arrive?

Ambler to Center City bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Chestnut Hill Loop station.

Where does the Ambler to Center City train arrive?

Ambler to Center City train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Jefferson Station.

Can I drive from Ambler to Center City?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambler to Center City is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Ambler to Center City.

Where can I stay near Center City?

There are 904+ hotels available in Center City.

Ambler to Center City - 4 ways to travel via train, line 94 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ambler to Center City by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Ambler to Jefferson Stationtrain Lan
38 min
$3
Line 94 bus, line 23 bus
1. Take the bus from Butler Av & Ridge Av to Chestnut Hill Loopbus 94
2. Take the bus from Chestnut Hill Loop to 12th St & Market Stbus 23
1h 30m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambler to Center Citytaxi 16.6 mi
26 min
$45–60
Drive 16.6 mi
1. Drive from Ambler to Center Citycar 16.6 mi
26 min
$3–5

Ambler to Center City by train

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Ambler, PA, USA and Center City, PA, USA?

SEPTA operates a train from Ambler to Jefferson Station hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Butler Av & Ridge Av to 12th St & Market St via Chestnut Hill Loop in around 1h 30m.

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