Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train with Amtrak

Thu, May 07
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Showing times and prices for May 07

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$14

Fastest journey

23 m

Average duration

25 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paoli Station, Paoli, 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 Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast trains

Of the 14 trains that leave Paoli Station, Paoli, PA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Thu, May 07, 14 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 27 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .

On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 26 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.

  • Amtrak640 Keystone Service
    6:19 AM0h27
    Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
    6:46 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak600 Keystone Service
    8:04 AM0h30
    Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
    8:34 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak652 Keystone Service
    4:29 PM0h30
    Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
    4:59 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak626 Keystone Service
    9:13 PM0h27
    Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
    9:40 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak658 Keystone Service
    7:55 PM0h26
    Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
    8:21 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. 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 $11, and a bus costs an average of $26.

Distance: 16 miles (27 km)

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Bus
Driving

$14

Average price

Cheapest

$28

Average price

$5

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

57m

Average total duration

Fastest

27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

42m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is a train with an average price of $14 (€11).

This is compared to other travel options from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA:

A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average $28 (€22).

The fastest way to travel from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is by train with an average journey time of 27m.

Other travel options to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paoli Station, Paoli, PA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 15m sooner (27m by train vs 42m 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.

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

Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times

The table below shows live departures for Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak656 Keystone Service7:00 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h28
7:28 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak658 Keystone Service7:55 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h26
8:21 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak626 Keystone Service9:13 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h27
9:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak622 Keystone Service10:29 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h26
10:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Thursday, May 7
amtrak640 Keystone Service6:19 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h27
6:46 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak642 Keystone Service7:13 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h28
7:41 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak600 Keystone Service8:04 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h30
8:34 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak644 Keystone Service9:05 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h26
9:31 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak646 Keystone Service10:19 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h23
10:42 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak648 Keystone Service11:16 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h25
11:41 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak650 Keystone Service1:27 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h31
1:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak42 Pennsylvanian2:29 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h31
3:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak652 Keystone Service4:29 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h30
4:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak654 Keystone Service5:52 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA
0h35
6:27 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

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Trains from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
16 miles (27 km)
Average train duration
27m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
22m
First train
12:55 AM
Last train
10:52 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Paoli Station, Paoli, PA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak

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Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Amtrak frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paoli Station, Paoli, 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
The train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA takes 22m and runs 12 per day.
The first train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA leaves at 12:55 AM.
The distance by train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is 16 miles (27 km).
The last train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA leaves at 10:52 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
Yes, there is a direct train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA. This service operates 12 times per day, provided by Amtrak.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
The cheapest way to get from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is by train, with a cost of around $11 (€9).
The train journey from Paoli Station to 30th Street Station is primarily a commuter route and is not considered particularly scenic, as it passes through suburban and urban landscapes rather than notable natural scenery.
Yes, a day trip from Paoli Station, PA to 30th Street Station, PA is feasible. The travel time is 22m, covering a distance of 16 miles (27 km), with 11 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
Since neither Paoli Station, Paoli, PA nor 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA include New York, NY, Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, Lancaster, PA, Wilmington, DE.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Paoli
Philadelphia
The major train station for departures in Paoli is Paoli Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paoli Station for your trip from Paoli to Philadelphia.
Paoli StationParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station with several spots for daily and long-term parking.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
WC
WC
  • Free for passengers
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Airdrie at Paoli Station
  • Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern
  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-Great Valley
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Station Plan
  • The station has a main entrance with access to platforms for Amtrak and SEPTA services.
Public transit options for Paoli Station
  • SEPTA Regional Rail: Paoli/Thorndale Line
  • Bus: SEPTA Bus Route 204

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