The cheapest and fastest trains from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ardmore, PA for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, May 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 20 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.
10:06 PM0h20Ardmore, PA10:26 PMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
11:06 PM0h20Ardmore, PA11:26 PMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
8:41 PM0h18Ardmore, PA8:59 PMPhiladelphia, PA$131One-way0 transfers
8:41 PM0h18Ardmore, PA8:59 PMPhiladelphia, PA$131One-way0 transfers
11:06 PM0h20Ardmore, PA11:26 PMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
10:06 PM0h20Ardmore, PA10:26 PMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 47m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (15m by train vs 27m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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
Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:41 PM Ardmore, PA | 0h18 | 8:59 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:41 PM Ardmore, PA | 0h18 | 9:59 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:06 PM Ardmore, PA | 0h20 | 10:26 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Ardmore, PA and Philadelphia, PA from $4 (€3). 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 Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Ardmore Station Café
- Tired Hands Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Ardmore Inn
- Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Devon/Villanova
- The Radnor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and two platforms serving Amtrak and SEPTA services.
- SEPTA Regional Rail: Paoli/Thorndale Line
- Bus: Several SEPTA bus lines available
- 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
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