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
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
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
SEPTA will further efforts to rebuild a critical portion of Regional Rail infrastructure in the University City area as part of the Southwest Connection Improvement Program. The work is scheduled… Continue reading SEPTA Announces Regional Rail Service Adjustments for Upcoming Work
Two solar farms in Franklin County, Pennsylvania will help SEPTA meet its sustainability goals while supporting the local economy
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), among the largest transit agencies in the United States serving the Greater Philadelphia region, and Lightsource BP, a global leader in the development, financing… Continue reading SEPTA and Lightsource BP Sign Contract for 43.8 Megawatts of Solar
Today SEPTA provides an update to its award-winning Sustainability Program with the release of the SEP-TAINABLE Annual Report for 2020. The Authority also acknowledges the current crisis and its impact… Continue reading SEPTA’s SEP-TAINABLE Annual Report Highlights Industry-Leading Sustainability Efforts
Operations Focused on Essential Travel; For Health and Safety, All Others Urged to Stay Home
Starting on Thursday, April 9, SEPTA will move to a new “Lifeline Service Schedule,” operating as much service as possible with our healthy and available employees, but with limited lines… Continue reading SEPTA Moves to Reduced ‘Lifeline Service Schedule’ Effective Thursday, April 9
Service Changes SEPTA implemented a series of service changes before and during the COVID-19 crisis designed to maximize the health and safety of employees. This started with enhanced cleanings of… Continue reading Overview of SEPTA’s Service Adjustments and Enhanced Cleaning Efforts for COVID-19
Combined with New Per-Vehicle Rider Limits to Further Promote Social Distancing
As part of SEPTA’s ongoing efforts to provide a safe travel environment and maintain essential transportation during the COVID-19 crisis, several new service changes will go into effect on Wednesday,… Continue reading SEPTA to Implement Rear-Door Boarding on Buses & Trolleys Starting Wednesday April 1
