The cheapest and fastest trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA
Cheapest price
€105
Average price
€275
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA 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 Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA will cost around €275 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €105.
Of the 18 trains that leave 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA for Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA on Wed, Aug 05, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 421 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
176 Northeast Regional5:27 PM6h0430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:31 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€1051One-way0 transfers
94 Northeast Regional4:01 PM5h4730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:48 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€1471One-way0 transfers
184 Northeast Regional3:23 PM5h5130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:14 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€1471One-way0 transfers
172 Northeast Regional9:08 AM6h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA3:08 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€1471One-way0 transfers
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional5:18 PM6h4030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:58 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€1631One-way1 transfer
2150 Acela6:30 AM4h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:24 AMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€4801One-way0 transfers
2154 Acela10:13 AM5h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA3:13 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€3911One-way0 transfers
2152 Acela8:29 AM5h0730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1:36 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€4801One-way0 transfers
2158 NextGen Acela2:36 PM5h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA7:45 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€4801One-way0 transfers
2162 NextGen Acela6:02 PM5h1530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:17 PMRoute 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA€2581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 261 miles (421 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €221 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA:
A bus is €66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA costing on average €106.
A bus is €182 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA costing on average €221.
Other travel options to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 8h 2m.
Tickets start at around €106 compared to roughly €80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-25.35. The journey takes 5h 23m versus 5h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h17 | 9:42 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 5:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h50 | 11:48 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 6:30 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h54 | 11:24 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 6:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h55 | 12:53 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2152 Acela | 8:29 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h07 | 1:36 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 9:08 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h00 | 3:08 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2154 Acela | 10:13 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h00 | 3:13 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h40 | 4:31 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 12:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h07 | 6:40 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 1:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h16 | 9:14 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 2:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h59 | 9:14 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 1 transfer | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 2:36 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h09 | 7:45 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 3:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h51 | 9:14 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 4:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h47 | 9:48 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 5:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h40 | 11:58 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 1 transfer | |
176 Northeast Regional | 5:27 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h04 | 11:31 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 6:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h58 | 11:58 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 6:02 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h15 | 11:17 PM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA
Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 261 miles (421 km) distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 261 miles (421 km) |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 7:22 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA 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 Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA
Most 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA trains use the 30th Street Station to Route 128/University Park Station station pair. Use this guide to compare 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
Getting to Route 128/University Park Station from Westwood city centre
Route 128/University Park Station is 6 km from Westwood city centre. Public transport options include:
Route 128/University Park Station train station facilities and services
Route 128/University Park Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Not Your Average Joe's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Route 128/University Park Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Route 128/University Park Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Route 128/University Park Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Route 128/University Park Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
