What is the cheapest way to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA?

The cheapest way to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA?

The fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Swarthmore and Philadelphia, PA?

No, there is no direct bus from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA. However, there are services departing from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av and arriving at Market St & 15th St via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Swarthmore and Philadelphia, PA?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swarthmore and arriving at Suburban Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA?

The distance between Swarthmore and Philadelphia, PA is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA without a car?

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA?

The train from Swarthmore to Suburban Station takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA bus from?

Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av station.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA train from?

Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Swarthmore station.

Train or bus from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA?

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA is to train which takes 36 min and costs $3. Alternatively, you can line 109 bus and bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA bus arrive?

Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at 69th St TC South DropOff station.

Where does the Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA train arrive?

Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Suburban Station.

Can I drive from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA?

Yes, the driving distance between Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA is 12 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia, PA?

There are 672+ hotels available in Philadelphia, PA.

Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 109 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swarthmore to Suburban Stationtrain Med
36 min
$3
Line 109 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to 69th St TC South DropOffbus 109
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center South Terminal to Market St & 15th Stbus L1 Owl
1h 38m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PAtaxi 11.7 mi
26 min
$35–45
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PAcar 11.7 mi
26 min
$3–4

Swarthmore to Philadelphia, PA by train and foot

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

SEPTA operates a train from Swarthmore to Suburban Station hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to Market St & 15th St via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal in around 1h 38m.

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