Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
New Transit Hub Improves Bus Service in Northwest Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (December 15, 2025) – SEPTA today gathered with elected officials and other stakeholders to cut the ribbon at the new Wissahickon Transit Center in northwest Philadelphia. Service to the… Continue reading SEPTA Celebrates Wissahickon Transit Center Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
All Services Will Continue Operating on Normal Schedules
PHILADELPHIA (December 8, 2025) – SEPTA today announced that it has reached a tentative contract agreement with TWU Local 234 for employees the union represents in the City, Suburban and… Continue reading SEPTA Reaches Tentative Contract Agreement with Largest Transit Workers Union
Alternate Service Available on Market-Frankford Line During Maintenance & Construction Work
SEPTA crews will work around the clock for 10 days, tackling critical track and power maintenance, station upgrades, and intensive cleaning as part of the 2020 Trolley Tunnel Blitz. SEPTA… Continue reading SEPTA Trolley Tunnel to Close for 2020 Trolley Tunnel Blitz, July 10-20
Contactless Travel Option for Single-Trip Rides Enhances Safety and Convenience
SEPTA will launch the Travel Wallet on SEPTA Key for Regional Rail customers starting on Monday, July 13. Using Travel Wallet on the contactless Key Card will enhance safety and… Continue reading SEPTA Key Travel Wallet Launches on Regional Rail July 13
Contactless Travel Option for Single-Trip Rides Enhances Safety and Convenience
SEPTA will launch the Travel Wallet on SEPTA Key for Regional Rail customers starting on Monday, July 13. Using Travel Wallet on the contactless Key Card will enhance safety and… Continue reading SEPTA Key Travel Wallet Launches on Regional Rail July 13
Includes Free Fares for Children Under 12, One Free Transfer & Other Improvements
The SEPTA Board today approved a Fare Restructuring Plan that includes free rides for children under 12, one free transfer for Transit trips, and the introduction of new SEPTA Key… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Fare Restructuring Plan
Hourly Service On Most Lines As Region Enters 'Green Phase' of COVID-19 Reopening
With the region preparing to move into the Green Phase of Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 reopening plan, SEPTA will begin increasing service frequency on the Regional Rail system next week. Starting Monday,… Continue reading SEPTA Ready to Ramp Up Regional Rail Service Next Week
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
