SEPTA Expands Contactless Payment Technology to Regional Rail
Riders on All Modes Can Tap Credit/Debit Cards & Mobile Wallets
PHILADELPHIA (April 4, 2025) – After a successful rollout on Transit, SEPTA is expanding contactless payment options to Regional Rail starting on Friday, April 4. This means customers on all… Continue reading SEPTA Expands Contactless Payment Technology to Regional Rail
Contactless Payment Available on All SEPTA Modes
SEPTA is proud to be the first commuter rail system in the United States to deploy contactless payment! As of, April 2025, SEPTA accepts contactless payment options on Regional Rail.… Continue reading Contactless Payment Available on All SEPTA Modes
The Return of Franklin Square Station
For the first time since 1979 PATCO trains will stop below historic Franklin Square with the reopening of the Franklin Square Station on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The station—located at… Continue reading The Return of Franklin Square Station
Earth Month 2025
The “State of the Global Climate” report released in March 2025 states our world has just experienced its hottest decade. In fact 2024 was the hottest since record-keeping began according… Continue reading Earth Month 2025
Take a Walk Through the Strollin’ Colon!
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month! Did you know colon cancer is the third most common cancer among men and women? And that regular screening should begin for most people… Continue reading Take a Walk Through the Strollin’ Colon!
World Theatre Day
March 27 is World Theatre Day! And there’s no better way to celebrate than seeing some local theater! And your SEPTA Key card isn’t just your way to go to… Continue reading World Theatre Day
Ridership: February 2025
Average daily ridership in February 2025 was 753,937 unlinked passenger trips across all modes. System-wide ridership in February 2025 increased 8% from February 2024. On average there were 55,634 more… Continue reading Ridership: February 2025
Transit Employee Appreciation Day
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 is Transit Employee Appreciation Day. When it comes to getting people where they need to go—transit employees can all agree—teamwork makes the dream work. Let’s face… Continue reading Transit Employee Appreciation Day
First of SEPTA’s ‘Stroller Spot’ Buses Enter Service
Designated Stroller Area to be Available on 120 Buses By End of April
PHILADELPHIA (March 12, 2025) – SEPTA today is launching a new initiative to add designated stroller areas to selected buses on six routes that operate across the City of Philadelphia.… Continue reading First of SEPTA’s ‘Stroller Spot’ Buses Enter Service
SEPTA x Amberella
Amberella is a renowned street artist based in Philadelphia celebrated for her iconic heart-shaped designs and impactful messages. Her work typically features wheatpaste and vibrant neon heart designs that emerge… Continue reading SEPTA x Amberella
SEPTA Board Reelects Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. as Board Chair & Chester County Commissioner Marian D. Moskowitz as Vice Chair
On Thursday, February 27, 2025 SEPTA Board members voted unanimously to reelect Kenneth E. Lawrence Jr. as Board Chair and Chester County Commissioner Marian D. Moskowitz as Vice Chair. Lawrence… Continue reading SEPTA Board Reelects Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. as Board Chair & Chester County Commissioner Marian D. Moskowitz as Vice Chair
SEPTA to Offer Additional Regional Rail Service for Philadelphia Flower Show
Convenient Options for Travel to the Pennsylvania Convention Center
PHILADELPHIA (February 26, 2025) – SEPTA is reminding Philadelphia Flower Show attendees that public transportation offers convenient travel to the Pennsylvania Convention Center without the hassles of traffic and parking.… Continue reading SEPTA to Offer Additional Regional Rail Service for Philadelphia Flower Show