How to Ride Guide

SEPTA Metro service includes the , , , , and .

The is a subway/elevated line that runs east/west from Frankford Transit Center in the Frankford section of Philadelphia to 69th St Transit Center in Upper Darby via Center City Philadelphia. All trains make all stops.

The is a subway line that runs north/south along Broad Street in Philadelphia from Fern Rock Transit Center in North Philadelphia to NRG Station/Stadiums in South Philadelphia via Center City Philadelphia. The Local makes all stops. The Express makes select stops. The Spur travels to Chinatown and 8th-Market Station.

The is a set of trolley lines serving Philadelphia and Delaware County, PA. The five trolley lines— , , , and —are numbered in north-to-south order. The operates on street-level tracks in West Philadelphia and Delaware County and in the tunnel under Market St in Center City Philadelphia. Trolleys do not make all stops. To request a stop, you must pull the yellow cord.

• Sometimes, the trolleys are “on diversion” which means they do not operate in the tunnel and instead connect to 40th & Market for service to/from Center City. When blue lights are flashing at a station, the trolleys are “on diversion.”

The is a service that sometimes runs as a trolley, and sometimes runs as a bus, along Girard Ave through North and West Philadelphia. The does not make all stops. To request a stop, you must pull the yellow cord.

The is a trolley line serving portions of Delaware County, PA. The line comprises two branches which terminate at 69th St Transit Center in Upper Darby, PA:  to Media and to Sharon Hill. The and run together on their exclusive right-of-way in Upper Darby to Drexel Hill Junction for approximately 2 miles at which point they diverge. Trolleys do not make all stops. To request a stop, you must pull the yellow cord.

The is a 13.4-mile transit line that runs between 69th St Transit Center in Upper Darby and Norristown Transit Center in Norristown, PA. The line runs entirely on its own track, separate from the street. It has onboard fare collection. It is a mostly single-car operation, and it makes frequent, but not all, stops. To request a stop, you must push the button.

Instructions for the Metro Lines

• Go to your station or stop. Look for the fare kiosk if you need to purchase a fare or use contactless payment.
• To access the platform, use contactless payment, tap at the turnstile or validator. Follow the directional wayfinding signs to ensure you enter on the correct side of the platform. For stations/stops without turnstiles, you tap to pay when you board the vehicle.
• If you’re at a platform, stand behind the yellow line while waiting for the train or trolley to arrive.
• Board the train or trolley. (Passenger etiquette tip: Let people off before getting on.)
• Take a seat and watch/listen for your stop.
• Exit the train or trolley. You do not need to tap or swipe; simply move through the turnstile or gate.

If you’re using contactless payment or a SEPTA Key card, the fare is $2.90 per ride and your first and second transfer is free. The cost is also $2.90 if you’re paying cash and you must have exact change. Cashiers and vehicle operators cannot make change. Monthly, weekly and daily passes are also accepted. These passes can all be purchased and loaded to a SEPTA Key card. Visit the fares page to learn more.

Metro Passenger Etiquette

• Ensure that strollers and shopping carts do not block the aisle and doorways.
• Review the bike, scooter & personal vehicle policy for each Metro line.
• Yield designated seats to Seniors & Disabled Riders.
• Drinks in containers with a resealable lid and light, small snacks are OK on board.
• Don’t share your music – use earbuds or headphones.
• Keep phone calls brief, talk in a low voice, don’t use the speaker, mute the ringer.
• Check that you have all of your belongings before leaving the train.
• Be alert for unattended bags or items.
• Do not block Operator Cab Door.
• Do not move between cars.