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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£14
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£14
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
32 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
33 m
Trains on 29 Aug
8
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 8 trains from Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.
672 Keystone Service
660 Keystone Service
664 Keystone Service
662 Keystone Service
666 Keystone Service
660 Keystone Service
672 Keystone Service
662 Keystone Service
666 Keystone Service
664 Keystone ServiceOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 40 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:51 Exton, PA | 0h37 | 0:28 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
660 Keystone Service | 8:33 Exton Station, Exton, PA | 0h32 | 9:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
662 Keystone Service | 9:37 Exton Station, Exton, PA | 0h33 | 10:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 36m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:26 |
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Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exton, 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.

Most Exton, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Exton Station to 30th Street Station station pair, with some services arriving at North Philadelphia. Use this guide to compare Exton, PA and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exton Station is 1 km from Exton city centre. Public transport options include:
Exton Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Exton Station.
Ticket office support is available at Exton Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Exton Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exton Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exton Station: Ramps.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
North Philadelphia is 5 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
North Philadelphia has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink options are available at North Philadelphia.
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