SEPTA
SEPTA provides public transportation in Philadelphia, offering buses, trains, trolleys, and subways that connect the city and surrounding suburbs quickly and affordably.
Customer service: 1 (215) 580-7800
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Post-Pandemic SEPTA: Regional Rail Needs a Kick in the Caboose
As Philadelphia and its suburbs reawaken after a pandemic-induced slumber, SEPTA continues to lag behind. The regional rail system is specifically behind in its return…
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SEPTA Official on Restoring Rail Service to West Chester: ‘This Is Not a Cheap Date’
Despite massive support from West Chester residents to re-establish rail service between the borough and Philadelphia, SEPTA currently has no plans to bring commuter trains…
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Permanent Reduction in Number of Suburban Commuters Could Significantly Affect Center City
A permanent reduction in the number of suburban commuters could have a significant impact on Center City and its many businesses, writes Jake Blumgart for Philadelphia Magazine. In…
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SEPTA Earns Dubious Distinction of Having One of the ‘Sorriest Bus Stops’ in North America
The SEPTA bus stop at Hollow Road and Conshohocken State Road in Lower Merion Township is among the four “sorriest bus stops” in North America,…
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With Its Traditional Business Model Altered by the Pandemic, SEPTA Weighs How to Roll Forward
The pandemic eviscerated the Philadelphia region’s commuter rail business model. Its long-term orientation toward serving suburban white-collar commuters has completely jumped the tracks. In its…
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Despite Infrastructure Talk, Uncertainty over State Funding Has SEPTA Nervous
SEPTA has a Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget and a 12-Year Program. Both lay out its vision to continue infrastructure improvements and new projects, writes…
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All Aboard for Restoration of Rail Service in West Chester. Here’s What It Will Cost
The push to re-establish rail service in West Chester has been intensifying, with Mayor Jordan Norley spearheading the effort, writes Bill Rettew for the Daily…
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First-Time Homeowners Strongly Prefer Philadelphia Suburbs to New Jersey’s
First-time homeowners who are relocating from the city have a tough choice to make between the Philadelphia suburbs of Pennsylvania and their New Jersey counterparts,…
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Project to Restore Rail Service to West Chester ‘Already on Track’ and May Soon Be ‘Full Steam Ahead’
The proposed rail service to West Chester would be beneficial to the community in multiple ways, including solving the long-standing issue of clogged streets and…
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New Transit Plan Calls for Expansion, Increased Frequency of SEPTA’s Regional Rail Service
A new transit plan proposed by the City of Philadelphia calls for the expansion of SEPTA’s Regional Rail service and increasing the frequency of trains…
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King of Prussia Rail Project Reaches Significant Milestone
The King of Prussia District and the King of Prussia Rail Coalition announced an exciting step forward for SEPTA’s King of Prussia Rail project, writes…
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Wall Street Journal: SEPTA in ‘Uncharted Territory’
With many riders still working remotely from home, SEPTA has joined the growing number of transit agencies that are rethinking the regular monthly rail passes…
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Tina Fey on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon: ‘I’m a SEPTA Bitch’
Tina Fey is a “SEPTA bitch.” That’s how she described herself to Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” Thursday, writes Michaela Winberg for Billy Penn.…
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Despite Financial Uncertainty, SEPTA to Move Forward with $2 Billion KOP Rail Project
Despite the pandemic-related financial uncertainty, SEPTA is planning to move forward on a $2 billion project that would extend rail service to King of Prussia…
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COVID Has SEPTA Feeling a Financial Pinch to the Tune of $1 Million Per Day
With ridership down by 70 to 80 percent due to COVID-19, SEPTA is feeling a significant financial pinch, writes Kelly Rule for FOX 29. Coupled…
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With Overall Revenue Down, SEPTA Projects Falter
SEPTA’s current funding problems, brought on by the pandemic, could indefinitely stall critical projects like the extension of the Norristown High Speed Line to King…
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Assessing Risks, Taking Precautions Are Key to Safe SEPTA and Rideshare Journey
By Wendi Rank You’d think as a germaphobe I’d have disdain for SEPTA and ride sharing. On the contrary. With this coronavirus lingering like last…
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7 Safety Tips to Keep Your Museum and Zoo Visit Healthy
By Wendi Rank It’s been months of lockdown with Tiger King and laughable attempts to teach algebra. My brain is screaming for some culture. It’s…
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