Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
100 Full-Length Fare Gates to be Installed at Market-Frankford [L] & Broad Street [B] Line Stations
PHILADELPHIA (September 26, 2024) – Following a successful pilot at 69th Street Transit Center, SEPTA is expanding its program to combat fare evasion with full-length gates at nine additional stations.… Continue reading SEPTA Expands Pilot Program to Combat Fare Evasion
PHILADELPHIA (September 19, 2024) – SEPTA is reminding customers that the Authority will reinstate parking fees with a phased approach beginning Monday, September 23. The SEPTA Park app is now… Continue reading SEPTA to Reinstate Parking Fees Beginning September 23
Revised Fare Restructuring Plan Will Be Considered By SEPTA Board on June 25
SEPTA is proposing free child fares and a longer time-frame for using the new free transfer under a revised Fare Restructuring Plan that will be considered for approval by the… Continue reading SEPTA Proposes Free Child Fares & Longer Window for Using Free Transfer
Summer schedules go into effect for most Bus, Trolley, Market Frankford, Broad Street and Norristown High Speed Line Routes effective June 14/15. The changes include adjustments to run times to… Continue reading SEPTA Summer Transit Schedules To Start June 14
Partnership with Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium also Supports Community Efforts
SEPTA today announced a partnership with the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium (BDCC) to provide COVID-19 testing for employees. The BDCC is a volunteer group of local doctors, nurses and other… Continue reading SEPTA to Launch Testing Program for Employees
Designed to Help Prevent Spread of COVID-19 as Region Moves to Yellow Phase; Riders Encouraged to Check New 'Reopening Guide' Online for Travel Information
With ridership expected to increase as the region moves into the Yellow Phase of Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 recovery plan, SEPTA will require all riders to wear a face covering starting Monday,… Continue reading SEPTA Riders Required to Wear Face Coverings Starting Monday, June 8
SEPTA plans to operate scheduled services on all modes of travel on Tuesday, June 2. Delays and other adjustments are possible, so riders are urged to check for updates. Bus,… Continue reading SEPTA Plans to Operate Scheduled Services on Tuesday, June 2; Center City Bus, Subway & Trolley Service to Begin with Lifting of City Curfew at 6 am
SEPTA will suspend subway, bus and trolley service in Center City starting at noon due to expected demonstrations. These restrictions are being put into place in coordination with the City… Continue reading SEPTA to Suspend Bus, Subway and Trolley Service in Center City Starting at Noon
Includes Fare Restructuring Plan; Online & Phone Attendance Options
SEPTA would like to remind the public that they can participate in virtual public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2021 Operating Budget on Tuesday, May 26, and Wednesday, May 27.… Continue reading SEPTA Invites Public to Virtual Hearings on Operating Budget Proposal May 26 & 27
3 pm Thursday, May 21, at Frankford Transportation Center
SEPTA will be part of a nationwide “Sound The HornHorn” event on Thursday, May 21, to honor frontline transit employees who are providing essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic. SEPTA… Continue reading SEPTA to Join National ‘Sound The Horn’ Effort to Honor Frontline Transit Workers
Hearings for Fiscal Year 2021 Capital & Operating Budgets Start This Week; Public Can Attend Online, By Phone & Submit Written Comments
SEPTA is inviting the public to participate in virtual hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Operating and Capital Budgets through several newly available options. Due to the public health… Continue reading SEPTA Providing Multiple Options for Participation in Virtual Budget Hearings
Includes Service on Bus & Trolley Routes; Further Enhancements to Promote Social Distancing
In an effort to improve conditions for essential travelers and employees during the COVID-19 crisis, and prepare for the region’s reopening, SEPTA will return to regular schedules on most Transit… Continue reading Regular Schedules for Most SEPTA Transit Service Resume Week of May 17
Following Essential Role During COVID-19 Crisis, SEPTA Prepared to Support Recovery
Last week, SEPTA announced plans to begin restoring major elements of its system to service – an important step in the recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. A new study from… Continue reading New Report Highlights SEPTA’s Economic Value to the Region & State
No Fare Increases Until At Least January as Part of Effort to Help with COVID-19 Recovery
In an effort to help customers during this challenging time and aid in the region’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, SEPTA plans to implement free transfers and discounted $1… Continue reading SEPTA Fare Restructuring to Focus on Free Transfer & Discounted Child Fares
