The cheapest and fastest trains from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
2
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 $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ardmore, PA for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 27 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.




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 €3. 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 €3, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
660 Keystone Service | 1:54 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0h11 | 2:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
662 Keystone Service | 3:03 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0h12 | 3:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
666 Keystone Service | 5:54 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0h11 | 6:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
670 Keystone Service | 8:41 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0h14 | 8:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
672 Keystone Service | 11:37 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0h12 | 11:49 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
674 Keystone Service | 1:37 AM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0h13 | 1:50 AM 30th Street Station, 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 $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 7m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Ardmore, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, SEPTA 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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