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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Swarthmore is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Swarthmore is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Swarthmore?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Swarthmore. However, there are services departing from Walnut St & 16th St and arriving at Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - FS via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Swarthmore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Suburban Station station and arriving at Swarthmore. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Swarthmore?

The distance between Philadelphia and Swarthmore is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Swarthmore without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs .

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

The train from Suburban Station to Swarthmore takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Swarthmore bus from?

Philadelphia to Swarthmore bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Walnut St & 16th St station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Swarthmore train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Swarthmore?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Swarthmore is to train which takes 30 min and costs . Alternatively, you can line 21 bus and line 109 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Swarthmore bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Swarthmore bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at 69th St Transit Center South Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Swarthmore train arrive?

Philadelphia to Swarthmore train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Swarthmore station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Swarthmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Swarthmore is 12 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Philadelphia to Swarthmore.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore?

There are 904+ hotels available in Swarthmore.

Philadelphia to Swarthmore - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 21 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Swarthmore 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to SwarthmoreMed
30 min
Drive 12 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Swarthmore12 mi
27 min
$3–4
Line 21 bus, line 109 bus
1. Take the bus from Walnut St & 16th St to 69th St Transit Center South Terminal21
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center South Terminal to Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - FS109
1h 22m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philadelphia to Swarthmore12 mi
27 min
$35–45

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Philadelphia to Swarthmore.

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

SEPTA operates a train from Suburban Station to Swarthmore hourly, and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Walnut St & 16th St to Chester Rd & Rutgers Av - FS via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal in around 1h 22m.

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