The cheapest and fastest trains from Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paoli, 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 Paoli, 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 1 trains that leave Paoli, PA for Philadelphia, PA on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 32 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 Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. 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 bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
640 Keystone Service | 11:19 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h26 | 11:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 12:13 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h27 | 12:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 1:04 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h29 | 1:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 2:05 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h25 | 2:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
646 Keystone Service | 3:19 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h22 | 3:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 4:16 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h27 | 4:43 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 6:27 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h30 | 6:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 7:29 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h30 | 7:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 9:29 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h29 | 9:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 10:42 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h34 | 11:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 11:50 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h28 | 12:18 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
658 Keystone Service | 1:01 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h25 | 1:26 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
620 Keystone Service | 2:13 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h27 | 2:40 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:03 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Paoli, PA and Philadelphia, PA from $6 (€5). 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 Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paoli, 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 Paoli, PA to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several spots for daily and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- The Airdrie at Paoli Station
- Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-Great Valley
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a main entrance with access to platforms for Amtrak and SEPTA services.
- SEPTA Regional Rail: Paoli/Thorndale Line
- Bus: SEPTA Bus Route 204
- 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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