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Trip Summary
There are 7 daily trains from Paoli to Downingtown. Traveling by train from Paoli to Downingtown usually takes around 12 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Keystone Service train can make the trip in 11 minutes.
| Distance | 12 mi (19 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 11m |
| Lowest price | £8.05 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Keystone Service |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Which train should you take from Paoli to Downingtown?
2 train services operate from Paoli to Downingtown. Amtrak Keystone Service usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 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 13m | £8.05 |
| Amtrak Keystone Service | 6 | 0h 12m | £8.05 |
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 Paoli to Downingtown every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £8.
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 Paoli to Downingtown takes just 0 hours and 12 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
Trains departing from Paoli to Downingtown tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Paoli at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Paoli to Downingtown.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Downingtown to Paoli.
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 Paoli?
Main departure station: 13 Lancaster Ave
There is one train station in Paoli.
All train stations in Paoli:
13 Lancaster Ave
Where is the train station in Downingtown?
Main arrival station: West Lancaster Ave and Stuart Ave
Downingtown has one train station.
Train stations in Downingtown:
West Lancaster Ave and Stuart Ave
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