Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
Average Daily Ridership for September Exceeded 822,000 Across All Modes; Routes Changed for Phase 1 of New Bus Network Experienced Strong Increases
PHILADELPHIA (October 22, 2026) – SEPTA’s systemwide average daily ridership for September exceeded 822,000 across all modes – the highest level since February 2020. According to the September 2026 Monthly… Continue reading SEPTA Records Highest Systemwide Ridership Since February 2020
Riders Should Plan for Possible Delays on Regional Rail
Philadelphia (October 14, 2026) – SEPTA is taking precautions to prepare for slippery rail season, and the Authority is asking Regional Rail customers to plan for possible delays, especially during… Continue reading SEPTA Crews to Perform Nightly Cleaning During Slippery Rail Season
Additional B Trains & Free Rides Home From NRG Station; Overnight Service on B & L Lines
PHILADELPHIA (May 18, 2026) – SEPTA is preparing to welcome FIFA World Cup fans to Philadelphia and the region by providing additional service for the six matches, as well as… Continue reading SEPTA Releases Service Plan for FIFA World Cup 2026™
Riders on All Modes Can Tap Up to Five Times; Promotes Efficient Travel for 2026 Events
PHILADELPHIA (May 7, 2026) – SEPTA is launching its multi-rider feature for contactless payments starting on Friday, May 8. This means customers on all modes – buses, subways, trolleys, and… Continue reading SEPTA Launches Multi-Rider Feature for Contactless Payments
Wissahickon Transit Center Recognized for advancing SEPTA’s sustainability playbook by reducing energy costs, managing stormwater runoff and supporting biodiversity
PHILADELPHIA (April 28, 2026) – Today SEPTA’s Office of Sustainability announced the winner of its annual Earth Day Sustainability Awards with the honor going to the recently-opened new Wissahickon Transit… Continue reading SEPTA Announces Winner of Earth Day Sustainability Award
Serious Crime Down 30%; Full-Height Gates & Targeted Enforcement Reducing Fare Evasion
PHILADELPHIA (April 21, 2026) – As SEPTA continues to build on its efforts to enhance safety and security on the system, SEPTA Transit Police reported a 30% reduction in serious… Continue reading Crime on SEPTA Continues to Drop, New Quarterly Report Shows
Station Now Fully Accessible with Elevators, Ramps & High-Level Platforms
ARDMORE, PA. (April 10, 2026) – SEPTA today gathered with elected officials and other stakeholders to cut the ribbon at the new Ardmore Station on the Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail Line.… Continue reading SEPTA Celebrates New Ardmore Station with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Continues Savings Through Austerity While Investing in Service Improvements, Safety & Security No Fare Increases or Service Cuts; Future Uncertain Without Permanent Funding Solution
PHILADELPHIA (April 9, 2026) – SEPTA is proposing a total budget of $2.7 billion for Fiscal Year 2027 – a $1.84 billion Operating Budget and $920.7 million Capital Budget. The… Continue reading SEPTA Releases Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating & Capital Budgets
24 Bombardier Comets to be Added Thanks to Emergency State Funding
PHILADELPHIA, PA (April 1, 2026) – As part of an ongoing effort to bolster its Regional Rail fleet, SEPTA is purchasing 24 rail cars from Exo in Quebec, Canada. Exo,… Continue reading SEPTA Purchases Montreal Coach Cars to Bolster Regional Rail Fleet
Structural Repairs to the Bridgeport Viaduct Connecting Bridgeport Station & Norristown Transit Center
PHILADELPHIA (March 27, 2026) – SEPTA today gathered with elected officials and other stakeholders to kick off a major rehabilitation project on the [M] Norristown High Speed Line that will… Continue reading SEPTA to Begin Major Rehabilitation Project Along M Line
Accessible, Solar-Powered Digital Displays Respond to Rider Feedback & Prepare for 2026 Events
PHILADELPHIA (March 24, 2026) – SEPTA is launching a pilot program to deploy digital real-time arrival displays at selected bus and trolley stops across the system. The first 10 devices… Continue reading SEPTA Launches Pilot Program to Bring More Real-Time Information to Riders
Part of Proposed Annual Service Plan for FY 2027; First Changes Will Start in August
PHILADELPHIA (March 11, 2026) – SEPTA plans to begin implementation of its much-anticipated New Bus Network initiative in August under the Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Service Plan released today. Formerly… Continue reading SEPTA Announces Proposed Implementation Schedule for New Bus Network
Part of SEPTA’s Transit Oriented Communities Program to Generate New Revenue
PHILADELPHIA (February 26, 2026) – SEPTA today awarded a contract to Korman Communities, Inc. and Benchmark Real Estate, LLC for the long-term ground lease of the parking lot at Ambler… Continue reading SEPTA Board Awards Contract for Lease of Ambler Station Parking Lot
PHILADELPHIA (February 22, 2026) – SEPTA is advising customers to plan for significant service disruptions as blizzard-like conditions are expected throughout the region late Sunday and Monday. The Authority is… Continue reading SEPTA Prepares for Major Winter Storm; Significant Service Disruptions Expected
