What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Chester is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Chester is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broad St & Snyder Av - MBNS and arriving at 3rd St & Madison St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Suburban Station station and arriving at Chester Transit Center. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Chester?

The distance between Philadelphia and Chester is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Chester without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Chester?

The train from Suburban Station to Chester Transit Center takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Chester bus from?

Philadelphia to Chester bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Broad St & Snyder Av - MBNS station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Chester train from?

Philadelphia to Chester train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Suburban Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Chester?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Chester is to train which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $4. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus, which costs $3 - $5 and takes 1h.

Where does the Philadelphia to Chester bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Chester bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at 3rd St & Madison St station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Chester train arrive?

Philadelphia to Chester train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Chester Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Chester is 15 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Philadelphia to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 868+ hotels available in Chester.

Philadelphia to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus, taxi

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

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best
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to Chester Transit Centertrain Wil
34 min
$3–4
- 10:18 AM – 10:55 AM
  train 37 min • Direct
- 11:36 AM – 12:10 PM
  train 34 min • Direct
- 12:35 PM – 1:12 PM
  train 37 min • Direct
Line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Broad St & Snyder Av - MBNS to 3rd St & Madison Stbus 37
1h
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philadelphia to Chestertaxi 15.2 mi
22 min
$70–85
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Chestercar 15.2 mi
22 min
$3–4

Philadelphia to Chester by train

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Distance: 13.2 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

SEPTA operates a train from Suburban Station to Chester Transit Center hourly. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, SEPTA operates a bus from Broad St & Snyder Av - MBNS to 3rd St & Madison St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 1h.

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