What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Swarthmore College?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Swarthmore College is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Swarthmore College?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Swarthmore College is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Washington, DC and arriving at Philadelphia, PA via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct train from Washington station to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Swarthmore via Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Washington to Swarthmore College?

The distance between Washington and Swarthmore College is 144 miles. The road distance is 126 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Swarthmore College without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Swarthmore College without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Swarthmore College?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Washington to Swarthmore College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Swarthmore College bus from?

Washington to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Washington, DC station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Swarthmore College train from?

Washington to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Washington to Swarthmore College?

The best way to get from Washington to Swarthmore College is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Washington to Swarthmore College bus arrive?

Washington to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Philadelphia, PA station.

Where does the Washington to Swarthmore College train arrive?

Washington to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Swarthmore College?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Swarthmore College is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Washington to Swarthmore College.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore College?

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There are 6 ways to get from Washington to Swarthmore College by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or subway

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
2h 43m
$39–81
Drive 125.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington to Swarthmore Collegecar 125.3 mi
2h 26m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PAbus Washington
4h 42m
$41–92
Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DCA - PHL
2. Take the train from Penn Medicine Station to Swarthmoretrain
2h 44m
$982–1,303
Bus via 69th St TC South Berth 3
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
5h 10m
$25–42
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane IAD - PHL
4h 36m
$958–1,209

Washington to Swarthmore College by train and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 143.2 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Swarthmore College, PA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–650 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Amtrak also services this route hourly. Alternatively, OurBus operates a bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–90 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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