The cheapest and fastest trains from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malvern, 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 Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Malvern, PA for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, May 07, 1 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 31 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Thu, May 07 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.
12:23 PM0h27Malvern, PA12:50 PMPhiladelphia, PA$141One-way0 transfers
12:23 PM0h27Malvern, PA12:50 PMPhiladelphia, PA$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $28 (€22).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (27m by train vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $5 (€4) 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.
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
Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:29 PM Malvern, PA | 0h29 | 9:58 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
![]() | 12:23 PM Malvern, PA | 0h27 | 12:50 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Amtrak from Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Malvern, PA and Philadelphia, PA from $13 (€11). 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 Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malvern, 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 Malvern, PA to Philadelphia, 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
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