Rome2Rio

How to get fromChester to Philadelphiaby train, bus, taxi, or car

Find Transport to Philadelphia

See all options

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Philadelphia by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Chester Transit Center to Suburban Stationtrain train Wil
    38 min
    $3–4

  2. Line 37 bus

    1. Take the bus from 3rd St & Madison St to Broad St & Snyder Av - MBNSbus bus 37
    1h 3m
    $3–5

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chester to Philadelphiataxi taxi 15.2 mi
    22 min
    $70–85

  4. Drive  15.2 mi

    1. Drive from Chester to Philadelphiacar car 15.2 mi
    22 min
    $3–4

Chester to Philadelphia by train

Calendar131Weekly Trains
Duration38 minAverage Duration
Ticket$3Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Chester to Philadelphia.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 13.2 mi
  • Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Chester, PA, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

SEPTA operates a train from Chester Transit Center to Suburban Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, SEPTA operates a bus from 3rd St & Madison St to Broad St & Snyder Av - MBNS hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to get from Stansted Airport into central London, Bali: What to do if Mount Agung erupts, and Getting to Rome from the airport - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There