If you’re searching for a train station near Philadelphia Airport, note that Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Torresdale serve Northeast Philadelphia, not the airport; SEPTA identifies Philadelphia Airport as a separate fare destination. All three stations are on the Trenton Line, and WoodSpring Suites Philadelphia Northeast, a hotel in Northeast Philadelphia, is a short drive from each.
- Stations: Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Torresdale
- Hotel travel times: About 6 minutes by car to Cornwells Heights, 7 minutes to Eddington, and 9 minutes to Torresdale
- Rail service: All three are stops on SEPTA’s Trenton Line
- Before you go: Check SEPTA’s trip planner, schedules, or app for current train times
Nearby stations serving Northeast Philadelphia
Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Torresdale are the three Trenton Line stations to compare for rail travel from this part of Northeast Philadelphia.
From WoodSpring Suites, Cornwells Heights is about 6 minutes by car, Eddington about 7 minutes, and Torresdale about 9 minutes. Walking times are about 73 minutes to Cornwells Heights, 62 minutes to Eddington, and 49 minutes to Torresdale.
These stations are not airport stations. If your destination is Philadelphia International Airport, SEPTA’s fare-zone information places it in Zone 4; check the station-specific zone when working out a fare. For airport arrival and onward travel to the hotel, the Philadelphia International Airport to Northeast Philadelphia route is a separate planning question.
How do Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Torresdale compare?
All three stations serve SEPTA’s Trenton Line, but their hotel drive times and timetable accessibility markings differ. Choose a station by checking your train’s stops and the access or parking details you need.
Cornwells Heights
Cornwells Heights is about a 6-minute drive from WoodSpring Suites. It is marked with an accessibility symbol in SEPTA’s Trenton Line timetable. SEPTA says accessible Regional Rail stations can provide bridge plates, or portable ramps, to help with boarding.
Eddington
Eddington is about a 7-minute drive from the hotel. SEPTA’s timetable does not mark it with the accessibility symbol, and some trains on the Trenton Line may not stop there. Check the current schedule for your specific train before setting out.
Torresdale
Torresdale is about a 9-minute drive from the hotel. It is also a Trenton Line stop, but SEPTA’s timetable does not mark it with the accessibility symbol. Confirm the station and stopping pattern in the current timetable.
What Regional Rail routes and connections can you use?
The Trenton Line is the relevant SEPTA Regional Rail route for Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Torresdale. The stations share the line, but not every train necessarily serves every stop, so check the departure and arrival stations for your trip.
SEPTA updates Regional Rail schedules four times per year. Use its trip planner, schedules, or app to check train times before travelling. If you’re also sorting out local transportation beyond the rail trip, getting around Philadelphia from the Northeast covers that broader question.
What should you know about station parking and access?
SEPTA says daily-use parking at its Regional Rail surface lots and garages is generally $2 per day. Search SEPTA’s individual station details to check parking spaces and whether overnight parking is available; overnight parking is allowed at most Regional Rail stations, but availability varies by station.
Parking policies and fees can change, so check the official site before you go: SEPTA’s station information is the place to confirm current details. For fares, SEPTA says the price depends on your starting and ending stations, travel day, time of day, and payment method.
How do you plan a train trip from the hotel?
Start by choosing your Trenton Line station, then verify that your train stops there and check its schedule in SEPTA’s trip planner, schedules, or app. Next, confirm the station’s parking and accessibility information if those details matter for your trip.
For SEPTA Key or contactless payment on Regional Rail, tap on at your starting station and tap out at your destination. SEPTA says that failing to tap out results in the maximum fare.
Fare zones can help with orientation: Zone 3 covers outlying Philadelphia areas and suburbs, while Zone 4 covers distant suburbs, Philadelphia Airport, and Delaware. Check the zone for your particular station before calculating a fare.
FAQs
Are Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Torresdale airport stations?
No. They serve Northeast Philadelphia on SEPTA’s Trenton Line. SEPTA identifies Philadelphia Airport separately as a Zone 4 fare destination.
Do all Trenton Line trains stop at Eddington?
No. Some trains may not stop there, so check the current SEPTA timetable for your specific trip.
How are Regional Rail fares calculated?
Fares depend on the stations, travel day, time of day, and payment method. Check the station-specific fare zone, and remember to tap out when using SEPTA Key or contactless payment.
Can you park overnight at these stations?
SEPTA allows overnight parking at most Regional Rail stations, but availability depends on the station. Check the individual station information for details.