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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to West Chester is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to West Chester is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and West Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to West Chester. However, there are services departing from 15th St & Market St - FS and arriving at Chestnut St & Darlington St via 69th St Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to West Chester?

The distance between Philadelphia and West Chester is 26 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to West Chester without a car is to subway and line 104 bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Philadelphia to West Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to West Chester bus from?

Philadelphia to West Chester bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from 15th St & Market St - FS station.

Where does the Philadelphia to West Chester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to West Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to West Chester is 25 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Philadelphia to West Chester.

Where can I stay near West Chester?

There are 170+ hotels available in West Chester.

Philadelphia to West Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to West Chester by subway, bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway, line 104 bus
best
1. Take the subway from 15th St/City Hall to 69th St Transit Centersubway L1
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center to Chestnut St & Darlington Stbus 104
1h 30m
$6
Drive 24.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to West Chestercar 24.8 mi
44 min
$5–7
Train, line 92 bus
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to Malverntrain Pao
2. Take the bus from King St & Warren Av to High St & Chestnut Stbus 92
2h 27m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philadelphia to West Chestertaxi 24.8 mi
44 min
$85–110
Bus, line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from 15th St & Market St - FS to 69th St Transit Center South Terminalbus L1 Owl
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center to Chestnut St & Darlington Stbus 104
1h 36m
$6

Philadelphia to West Chester by subway and bus

230Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 25.7 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a bus from 15th St & Market St - FS to Chestnut St & Darlington St via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal and 69th St Transit Center in around 1h 36m.

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