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Compare train for Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (13m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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.
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Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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667 Keystone Service | 4:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h12 | 5:07 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
669 Keystone Service | 6:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h13 | 7:08 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
671 Keystone Service | 9:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h12 | 9:47 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Ardmore, PA from $12 (€10). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, 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 Ardmore, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA
Most Philadelphia, PA to Ardmore, PA trains use the 30th Street Station to Ardmore Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Ardmore, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains to Ardmore, PA leave from?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
Which Ardmore, PA station do trains from Philadelphia, PA arrive at?
Getting to Ardmore Station from Ardmore city centre
Ardmore Station train station facilities and services
Ardmore Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ardmore Station Café, Tired Hands Brewing Company
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ardmore Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardmore Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ardmore Inn, Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Devon/Villanova, The Radnor Hotel.
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