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Route of the Week - Norristown High Speed Line

This week, we'll be taking a closer look at the Norristown High Speed Line. Within SEPTA, the NHSL is a unique blend of technologies. Originally powered by steam, it now stretches over 13 miles and 22...

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SEPTA’s SEPTAbulous in Pink! Campaign Raises $6K for Jefferson Health’s...

On January 8, 2020, SEPTA presented Jefferson Health with a check for $6,000 raised through its recent SEPTAbulous in Pink! Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign.In September and October 2019, SEPTA...

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National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

This Thursday, 1/9, is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Since 1981, the Transit Police Department has been dedicated to keeping customers safe and secure, while protecting SEPTA property and...

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Route of the Week - Route 11

This week, we'll be taking a look at one of SEPTA's trolley lines - the Route 11!  Also known as the Woodland Avenue Subway, the Route 11 runs from 13th & Market in Center City to Darby...

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Make Perks Work - Volume 4

This is our fourth entry in the Make Perks Work series! You can check out Volume 3 here! Perks make your SEPTA Key more than just a ride! By taking advantage of Perks, you can recoup the cost of your...

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Tap-to-Exit at Jefferson Station

SEPTA is moving forward with the implementation of SEPTA Key on Regional Rail with an important change at Jefferson Station.Beginning Monday, January 13, 2020, customers with SEPTA Key cards and SEPTA...

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Route of the Week - Route 17

This week, we’ll be exploring the Route 17! This route goes back and forth between two iconic spots in Philadelphia: Penn’s Landing and Broad and Pattison. The Route 17 is one of our Night Owl buses,...

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Public Open House: Fiscal Year 2021 Capital Budget Development

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is hosting two Open House sessions in connection with the development of the Fiscal Year 2021 Capital Budget and 12-Year Capital Program...

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Buses to Replace Trolleys on Route 15

Starting Sunday, January 26, 2020, SEPTA will operate buses in place of trolleys for the entire length of the Route 15 to accommodate roadway construction and vehicle rehabilitation.The eastern portion...

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No More A/B Stops

SEPTA will eliminate A/B stops on the Market-Frankford Line starting with the seasonal schedule change that goes into effect on February 23, 2020. This means that all Market-Frankford Line trains will...

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Penn Medicine Station: SEPTA’s University City Transit Hub Gets a New Name

As SEPTA Regional Rail riders enter University City, they have a bird’s eye view of a new Penn Medicine hospital rising in West Philadelphia.Now, University City’s main travel hub will reflect the...

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Route of the Week - Route 44

This week, we’ll be exploring the Route 44. Travelling from 5th and Market in Center City to Ardmore, this route usually carries about 3,600 people on a typical weekday. It makes about 130 trips a day...

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Put The Brakes On Human Trafficking

Across the nation, law enforcement and organizations strive to eliminate human trafficking. President Barack Obama increased awareness by declaring January National Slavery and Human Trafficking Month...

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29 SEPTA Love Stories ❤️

“Love doesn’t make the world go ’round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” - Franklin P. JonesWe couldn't agree more Franklin P. Jones and so do these 29 couples that found true love on SEPTA!...

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Route of the Week - Route 40

This week, we’ll be taking a look at Route 40. Starting in Society Hill/Queen Village at 2nd and Lombard, it travels west to Graduate Hospital and then travels through University City. It continues...

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Tap-to-Exit at Suburban Station

SEPTA is moving forward with the implementation of SEPTA Key on Regional Rail with an important change at Suburban Station.Beginning Wednesday, February 5, 2020, customers with SEPTA Key cards and...

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Black History Month

The history of public transportation is an integral part of the history of America. In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to take a closer look at the influence African Americans have had on...

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Route of the Week - Market-Frankford Line ❤️

This week, we're taking a look at the workhorse of the SEPTA system, the Market-Frankfod Line. The El, as it’s sometimes called (due to its elevated track at some points) carries about 180,512...

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Improved Service Levels on the Market-Frankford Line

In an effort to enhance service and adapt to growing ridership on the Market-Frankford Line, SEPTA is implementing a package of improvements that go into effect Monday, February 24, 2020.As part of...

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Tap-to-Exit at Penn Medicine Station

SEPTA is moving forward with the implementation of SEPTA Key on Regional Rail with an important change at Penn Medicine Station.Beginning Wednesday, February 19, 2020, customers with SEPTA Key cards...

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