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How to get from Princeton to Chester, PA by train?

From Princeton to Chester, PA by train

To get from Princeton to Chester, PA you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the PRIN train from Princeton station to Princeton Junction station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the WIL train from 30th Street station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The train schedule from Princeton may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester, PA on the Moovit app.

141min
Train - PRIN
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Train - WIL
WIL
Walk to Chester, PA
Leaves from Princeton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Princeton
  • 2
    Train - PRINPRIN
    Wait for train
    PRIN
    #4122| Princeton Junction
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Princeton Junction
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    Harrisburg
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    33 min
  • 6
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #Wil5211 - Marcus Hook
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    37 min
  • 8
    Walk to Chester, PA
    Walk to
    Chester, PA
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Princeton to Chester, PA

The distance between Princeton and Chester, PA is approximately 57.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 141 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Princeton to Chester, PA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Princeton to Chester, PA

To check the train schedule from Princeton to Chester, PA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Princeton) and destination (Chester, PA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Princeton to Chester, PA?

    The fastest way takes 141 minutes, using Train line PRIN, Train line KEYSTONE SERVICE, Train line WIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Princeton and Chester, PA?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Princeton to Chester, PA?

    The PRIN train line goes from Princeton Junction station near Princeton in Philadelphia to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 30th Street station near Chester, PA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Princeton to Chester, PA by train?

    The total travel time between Princeton and Chester, PA by train is about 2 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Princeton to get to Chester, PA?

    Get on the PRIN train from the Princeton Junction station near Princeton in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Princeton and Chester, PA?

    Get off the train at the 30th Street station, which is closest to Chester, PA.

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