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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$358
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA will cost around $358 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA without transferring at least once.
8:10 AM2h19Washington, DC10:29 AMSwarthmore, PA$731One-way1 transfer- 7:57 PM2h32Washington, DC10:29 PMSwarthmore, PA$731One-way1 transfer
- 5:05 AM2h24Washington, DC7:29 AMSwarthmore, PA$2691One-way1 transfer
- 8:50 AM2h39Washington, DC11:29 AMSwarthmore, PA$2691One-way1 transfer
- 9:35 AM2h54Washington, DC12:29 PMSwarthmore, PA$2691One-way1 transfer
4:00 PM2h10Washington, DC6:10 PMSwarthmore, PA$6881One-way1 transfer- 6:00 AM2h12Washington, DC8:12 AMSwarthmore, PA$6881One-way1 transfer
- 5:30 PM2h17Washington, DC7:47 PMSwarthmore, PA$6881One-way1 transfer
- 8:10 AM2h19Washington, DC10:29 AMSwarthmore, PA$731One-way1 transfer
- 5:05 AM2h24Washington, DC7:29 AMSwarthmore, PA$2691One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $459.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $459 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA costing on average $25 (€20).
A train is $447 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA costing on average $459 (€366).
Other travel options to Swarthmore, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 50m.
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
The journey is about 29m faster (1h 50m by train vs 2h 19m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $26 (€21)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:05 AM Washington, DC | 2h24 | 7:29 AM Swarthmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 AM Washington, DC | 2h12 | 8:12 AM Swarthmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 AM Washington, DC | 2h29 | 9:29 AM Swarthmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 8:10 AM Washington, DC | 2h19 | 10:29 AM Swarthmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 8:50 AM Washington, DC | 2h39 | 11:29 AM Swarthmore, PA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA
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Trains from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 4:39 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Swarthmore, 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 Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, 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 Swarthmore, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Swarthmore, PA
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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