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Trip Summary
There are 10 daily trains from Downingtown to Paoli. Traveling by train from Downingtown to Paoli usually takes around 14 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Keystone Service train can make the trip in 12 minutes.
| Distance | 12 mi (19 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 12m |
| Lowest price | £5.60 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Keystone Service |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Downingtown to Paoli?
2 train services operate from Downingtown to Paoli. Amtrak Keystone Service usually has more trains scheduled, with 10 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 0h 14m | £5.60 |
| Amtrak Keystone Service | 10 | 0h 14m | £8.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Downingtown to Paoli every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £6.
The Keystone Service is a daily train service that Amtrak operates from New York City to Harrisburg, PA. The route is notable for its high-speed rail portions, where the train can reach up to 125 mph. This speed means the trip from Downingtown to Paoli takes just 0 hours and 14 minutes on the Keystone Service. The train’s amenities include free WiFi, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and a Quiet Car for those who prefer to sleep, work, or study in a quieter atmosphere. Tickets on this route usually cost , but if you book in advance, you may be able to score a £8 ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Downingtown to Paoli. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Downingtown at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Downingtown to Paoli.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Paoli to Downingtown.
City Information
Paoli
Paoli is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of around 5,600 people. Paoli is located in Chester County and is one of the recommended places to live in Pennsylvania. There are numerous restaurants, coffee shops, and parks in Paoli.
Wilson Farm Park is the top-rated park in Paoli, PA. The park is a fantastic play area for kids of all ages. Two sets of jungle gyms are located near one other, and two more are spread out across the park. There are also a number of picnic tables and benches available to sit on. In addition, you can find basketball courts as well as numerous soccer and baseball fields in the park.
Paoli has restaurants for everyone. From excellent Italian and Greek (Trattoria San Nicola and The Olive Tree) to mouthwatering steak houses like the Great American Pub.
SEPTA is a regional public transportation organization that serves almost 4 million people in five counties by providing bus, commuter rail, rapid transit, electric trolleybus services, and light rail. Main transport is via services like the Amtrak Keystone Service and Amtrak Pennsylvanian, which come from Exton, Ardmore, and Coatesville to Paoli and continue to cities like Chicago.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Downingtown?
Main departure station: West Lancaster Ave and Stuart Ave
There is one train station in Downingtown.
All train stations in Downingtown:
West Lancaster Ave and Stuart Ave
Where is the train station in Paoli?
Main arrival station: 13 Lancaster Ave
Paoli has one train station.
Train stations in Paoli:
13 Lancaster Ave
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