SEPTA is proud to support bicycles, scooters and other personal vehicles as part of a sustainable, connected lifestyle. These options help riders bridge the first and last mile of their journeys across the region.
Always allowed: Folding personal vehicles when fully collapsed.
Allowed with restrictions: Bicycles, scooters, electric personal vehicles (e-bikes, e-scooters, etc.)
Not allowed: Gasoline-powered vehicles, mopeds and motorcycles
Safety first:
- Keep aisles and doorways clear
- Turn off personal vehicles before boarding, except as needed for accessibility
- Charging on trains or SEPTA property is not permitted
- Attach owner ID info in case of emergency evacuation
- Follow crew instructions for safe boarding and use of space
Boarding & facilities:
- Use designated priority seating areas
- Yield space to passengers with mobility neeeds
- Walk your device in stations and facilities
- Use elevators or stairs – not escalators – with personal vehicles
- Wait for others to exit before disembarking with your device
- Many SEPTA stations have bicycle racks for customer convenience
Micromobility – or personal vehicles – are defined as any lightweight, low-speed, human or electric-powered wheeled transportation devices. This includes bicycles, scooters, electric bicycles, electric scooters, hoverboards, monowheels and other devices that are similar in size, shape and use, and excludes gasoline-powered vehicles, mopeds and motorcycles.
Service-Specific Guidelines
Market-Frankford Line
- Allowed (non-folding):
- Weekdays except between 6 am – 9 am and 3 pm – 6 pm
- All day on weekends and major holidays
- Use priority seating areas
- Emergency retrieval: 69th Street Transit Center
Broad Street Line
- Up to 2 non-folding personal vehicles per car
- Allowed at all times
- Emergency retrieval: Fern Rock Transit Center
Subway-Surface Trolleys
- No non-folding personal vehicles allowed
- Folding bikes/scooters permitted if fully collapsed
Norristown High Speed Line
- Up to 2 non-folding personal vehicles per car (rear vestibule)
- Allowed at all times
- Emergency retrieval: 69th Street Transit Center
Regional Rail
- Up to 2 non-folding personal vehicles per car
- Allowed:
- Weekdays except on inbound trains arriving in Center City 6 am – 9:30 am or outbound trains departing 4 pm – 6:30 pm
- All day on weekends and major holidays
- Crew may relocate passengers or issue travel vouchers if space becomes unavailable
Buses & Trackless Trolleys
- All vehicles have front racks (holds 2 bikes)
- No peak hour restrictions
- Only single-rider non-motorized bikes permitted
- Remove all items before loading
Center City stations: Penn Medicine Station, William H. Gray III 30th Street Station, Suburban Station, Jefferson Station, Temple University Station
Major holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
Trail Connections & Amenities
Many of our stations are adjacent to trails, and over 70% of stations have bicycle parking amenities. The “Regional Rail & Rail Transit” map provides available bicycle parking, covered parking and trail connections so you can better plan your trip, commute or group ride.
Group Travel
Groups of bicyclists (or other allowed vehicles) who want to ride SEPTA all together should submit a Group Travel Request form at least five days in advance of the date they wish to coordinate the activity.
More information about fares and policies is available at the Group Travel page.
Micromobility Playbook
SEPTA created a Micromobility Playbook (PDF) with actions to make using micromobility with transit seamless and convenient for people in our region. The plan includes recommendations for improving systemwide access to transit stops, expanding station amenities, vehicle accommodations and connections to the transportation network.
Open Stroller Policy
SEPTA supports families, caregivers and our youngest riders by allowing open strollers onboard buses and trains. Strollers may be in the open position while riding, boarding and exiting SEPTA vehicles. See SEPTA’s stroller guidelines and helpful tips when traveling with children.