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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Swarthmore College is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Swarthmore College is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield station to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Springfield Union Station and arriving at Chester Rd & College Av via 2nd St & Green St and 69th St Transit Center South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Swarthmore via New Haven and Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Springfield to Swarthmore College?

The distance between Springfield and Swarthmore College is 239 miles. The road distance is 238.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Swarthmore College without a car is to train via New Haven which takes 6h 25m and costs $30 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Springfield to Swarthmore College, including transfers.

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

Springfield to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield Union Station.

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

Springfield to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Swarthmore College?

The best way to get from Springfield to Swarthmore College is to train via New Haven which takes 6h 25m and costs $30 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Springfield to Swarthmore College bus arrive?

Springfield to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia station.

Where does the Springfield to Swarthmore College train arrive?

Springfield to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Swarthmore College?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Swarthmore College is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Springfield to Swarthmore College.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore College?

There are 427+ hotels available in Swarthmore College.

Springfield to Swarthmore College - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Springfield to Swarthmore College by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, bus (Greyhound), or bus

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

Train via New Haven (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to New HavenAmtrak Hartford Line / ...
2. Take the train from New Haven to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
6h 25m
$32–911
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Springfield to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
6h 30m
$30–300
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to PhiladelphiaFlixBus N2605 / ...
7h 48m
$50–103
Drive 237.4 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Swarthmore College237.4 mi
4h 54m
$44–63
Train to Bradley International Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Springfield to Windsor Locks
2. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)BDL - PHL
3. Take the train from Penn Medicine Station to Swarthmore
4h 41m
Bus via New York (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Port Authority Bus TerminalGreyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to PhiladelphiaGreyhound US0305 / ...
8h 6m
$46–102
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Take the train from Springfield to Boston
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)BOS - PHL
7h 6m
$124–530
Bus to Albany County Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NY
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)ALB - PHL
6h 41m
$235–581
Fly Bradley International Airport to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)BDL - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to 30th Street Station
6h 15m
$167–1,342
Fly Bradley International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)BDL - JFK
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station
6h 22m
$63–1,089
Bus to Worcester Regional Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Worcester Union Station
2. Fly from Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)ORH - PHL
6h 30m
$62–340

Springfield to Swarthmore College by train and foot (Amtrak)

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6h 25mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 237.9 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Springfield, MA, USA and Swarthmore College, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Springfield to Swarthmore College via New Haven, Gray 30th St Station, and Swarthmore in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield Union Station to Philadelphia twice daily. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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