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Paoli - Reading Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 3 daily trains from Paoli to Reading. Traveling by train from Paoli to Reading usually takes around 4 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 hours and 31 minutes.

Distance31 mi (50 km)
Fastest train2h 31m
Lowest price£19.20
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Paoli to Reading?

The average price for a train ticket from Paoli to Reading is £20.26, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 4 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay £0.58 more.

Monthly average prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during April. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Paoli to Reading, with the average price at just £20. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in October, when the average price goes up to £24. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Paoli to Reading?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Paoli to Reading. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak34h 2m£20.76
  • 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 3 Amtrak trains from Paoli to Reading every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £19.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Paoli to Reading, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
The distance between Paoli and Reading is approximately 31 miles, or 50 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 31 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Paoli to Reading. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Paoli at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Reading 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 Reading?

Main arrival station: BARTA Transportation Center

Reading has one train station.

Train stations in Reading:

  • BARTA Transportation Center

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