PHILADELPHIA (September 8, 2026) – SEPTA’s Office of Business Advancement & Engagement (OBAE) will host a free workshop during Philadelphia’s upcoming Maximizing Economic Development (MED) Week. SEPTA is encouraging interested… Continue reading SEPTA to Host Economic Development Workshop for Small Businesses
Category: Press Releases
Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
Temple, SEPTA Announce Partnership for Free Student Rides for Football Season
PHILADELPHIA – Temple University and SEPTA have partnered to provide Temple students with free SEPTA access between Cecil B. Moore South Station and NRG Station for all Temple football home… Continue reading Temple, SEPTA Announce Partnership for Free Student Rides for Football Season
Regular Schedules for Most SEPTA Transit Service Resume Week of May 17
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 Announces Regional Rail Service Adjustments for Upcoming Work
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
SEPTA and Lightsource BP Sign Contract for 43.8 Megawatts of Solar
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
SEPTA’s SEP-TAINABLE Annual Report Highlights Industry-Leading Sustainability Efforts
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
SEPTA Moves to Reduced ‘Lifeline Service Schedule’ Effective Thursday, April 9
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
Overview of SEPTA’s Service Adjustments and Enhanced Cleaning Efforts for COVID-19
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
SEPTA to Implement Rear-Door Boarding on Buses & Trolleys Starting Wednesday April 1
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
Overnight Market-Frankford & Broad Street Line Service Adjustments Effective Monday, March 30
Crews to Utilize Additional Time for Cleaning of Stations & Vehicles; Efforts Focused on Maintaining Essential Services Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Starting Monday, March 30, SEPTA will suspend overnight service on the Market-Frankford and Broad Street Lines between 1 am and 4:30 am to give crews additional time for cleaning amid… Continue reading Overnight Market-Frankford & Broad Street Line Service Adjustments Effective Monday, March 30
SEPTA Postpones Planned April Hearings on Operating & Capital Budgets
Includes Fare Restructuring Proposal
SEPTA is postponing all public hearings on the proposed operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2021 due to the COVID-19 crisis. The hearings were scheduled for late April for… Continue reading SEPTA Postpones Planned April Hearings on Operating & Capital Budgets
Overnight Market-Frankford & Broad Street Line Service Adjustments Effective Monday, March 30
Crews to Utilize Additional Time for Cleaning of Stations & Vehicles; Efforts Focused on Maintaining Essential Services Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Starting Monday, March 30, SEPTA will suspend overnight service on the Market-Frankford and Broad Street Lines between 1 am and 4:30 am to give crews additional time for cleaning amid… Continue reading Overnight Market-Frankford & Broad Street Line Service Adjustments Effective Monday, March 30
SEPTA to Reduce Regional Rail to ‘Essential Service Schedule’ Starting Sunday, March 29
Customers Urged to Ride Only if Traveling to Essential Job or Services
SEPTA will reduce Regional Rail to an “Essential Service Schedule” starting on Sunday, March 29. This follows previous Regional Rail schedule adjustments implemented last week aimed at providing essential service… Continue reading SEPTA to Reduce Regional Rail to ‘Essential Service Schedule’ Starting Sunday, March 29
SEPTA Thanks Senators Casey, Toomey & Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation for Efforts on Federal Coronavirus Relief Package
SEPTA’s Board Chairman and General Manager today expressed their gratitude to Senators Casey and Toomey, and the entire Pennsylvania Congressional delegation, for their work on a federal assistance package that… Continue reading SEPTA Thanks Senators Casey, Toomey & Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation for Efforts on Federal Coronavirus Relief Package