The cheapest and fastest trains from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
27 km
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 $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paoli Station, Paoli, PA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 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 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 bus with prices starting from €6. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
650 Keystone Service | 6:22 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h30 | 6:52 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 | 10:52 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h34 | 11:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
656 Keystone Service | 12:00 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h28 | 12:28 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 12:55 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h25 | 1:20 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 | |
624 Keystone Service | 3:29 AM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h26 | 3:55 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:46 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h19 | 2:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:19 PM Paoli Station, Paoli, PA | 0h32 | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 11:23 |
Last train 18:29 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Paoli Station, Paoli, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA start from as low as $10 (€8) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $13 (€10) depending on the train type and class.
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 $7 (€6). 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 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.

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