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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington and Swarthmore takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Washington to Swarthmore. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 37m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
$47
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain train Northeast Regional
2h 51m
$41–85

Washington to Swarthmore train times

Trains run hourly between Washington and Swarthmore. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Washington is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Swarthmore at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 144.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 37m

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $18–250 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Two other operators also service this route.

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