The cheapest and fastest trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 14 trains that leave 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA for Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA on Thu, May 07, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
641 Keystone Service8:57 AM1h2930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:26 AMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
643 Keystone Service11:01 AM1h2830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:29 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
655 Keystone Service8:14 PM1h3130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:45 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
645 Keystone Service1:36 PM1h2930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA3:05 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
649 Keystone Service4:39 PM1h3730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:16 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
43 Pennsylvanian12:41 PM1h2430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:05 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$381One-way0 transfers
647 Keystone Service3:46 PM1h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:11 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
607 Keystone Service7:30 AM1h2730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:57 AMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
643 Keystone Service11:01 AM1h2830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:29 PMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
641 Keystone Service8:57 AM1h2930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:26 AMElizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $34 (€27) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 12:06 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
601 Keystone Service | 5:10 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 6:41 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
605 Keystone Service | 6:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 7:45 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
607 Keystone Service | 7:30 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 8:57 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
641 Keystone Service | 8:57 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 10:26 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
643 Keystone Service | 11:01 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 12:29 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 12:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 2:05 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
645 Keystone Service | 1:36 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 3:05 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
609 Keystone Service | 2:39 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h37 | 4:16 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA
Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 3:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Amtrak from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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