The cheapest and fastest trains from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 14 trains that leave Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Fri, May 08, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
654 Keystone Service4:47 PM1h40Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA6:27 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
624 Keystone Service9:32 PM1h23Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA10:55 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
656 Keystone Service5:57 PM1h31Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA7:28 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
650 Keystone Service12:27 PM1h31Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA1:58 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
626 Keystone Service8:17 PM1h23Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA9:40 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
648 Keystone Service10:24 AM1h17Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA11:41 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
644 Keystone Service8:11 AM1h20Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA9:31 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
624 Keystone Service9:32 PM1h23Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA10:55 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
626 Keystone Service8:17 PM1h23Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA9:40 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
658 Keystone Service6:57 PM1h24Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA8:21 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, 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 34m. 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 | $27 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m 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 Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 34m 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
Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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640 Keystone Service | 5:17 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h29 | 6:46 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 6:02 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h39 | 7:41 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 6:57 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h37 | 8:34 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 8:11 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h20 | 9:31 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
646 Keystone Service | 9:17 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h25 | 10:42 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 10:24 AM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h17 | 11:41 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 12:27 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h31 | 1:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 1:23 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h37 | 3:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 3:25 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h34 | 4:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 4:47 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h40 | 6:27 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 5:57 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h31 | 7:28 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 6:57 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h24 | 8:21 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
626 Keystone Service | 8:17 PM Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA | 1h23 | 9:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. 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 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Amtrak from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, 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 Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, 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 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Elizabethtown PA, Elizabethtown, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 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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