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How to Travel from

Alexandria to Swarthmore College

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$611.45

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$484.07

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Lancaster
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$165.60

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91
Train from Alexandria to 30th
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$101.91

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.75–$242.03
Train from Alexandria to 30th
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$28.02–$242.03

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.76–$484.07

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform to Rosslyn,
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.93–$3.82

SEPTA

Phone:
+1 215-580-7800
Website:
septa.org/
Bus from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr to Chester
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.88

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$108.28

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$63.69

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College?

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College is to drive which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College?

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct train between Alexandria and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct train from Alexandria station to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Alexandria Station and arriving at Swarthmore via Washington Union Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Alexandria to Swarthmore College?

The distance between Alexandria and Swarthmore College is 247 km. The road distance is 214.1 km.

How do I travel from Alexandria to Swarthmore College without a car?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College without a car is to train via Washington Union Station which takes 3h 55m and costs $19.57 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Swarthmore College train from?

Alexandria to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Alexandria to Swarthmore College?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Swarthmore College is to train via Washington Union Station which takes 3h 55m and costs $19.57 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $293.48 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Alexandria to Swarthmore College train arrive?

Alexandria to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Swarthmore College?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Swarthmore College is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Alexandria to Swarthmore College.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore College?

There are 775+ hotels available in Swarthmore College. Prices start at $59.59 per night.
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