Continuous welded rail work on the Fox Chase Line requires shuttle bus substitution from Monday, January 5 through Friday, April 3. Bus service replaces train service between Fox Chase and Wayne Junction stations on weekdays only from 9 am – 2:30 pm daily.
Bus service is provided at Fox Chase, Ryers, Cheltenham, Lawndale and Olney stations, with a train connection at Wayne Junction Station. Train service operates between Wayne Junction and Center City. Refer to this Fox Chase Line PDF schedule for specific train and bus times. To avoid delays during your mid-day commute, see suggestions for alternative Fox Chase Line travel options to/from Center City.
During this time, SEPTA crews will be performing installation and adjustment of new railway track, which will result in a smoother, more comfortable ride on the Fox Chase Line.
Inbound (towards Center City) Bus Service
Buses depart Fox Chase Station 28 minutes earlier than regularly scheduled train time. Trains depart 5 minutes after bus arrival at Wayne Junction Station. Passengers should add approximately 30 to 35 minutes to their travel time.
There’s no bus connection available for train #817.
Outbound (towards Fox Chase) Bus Service
The connecting shuttle bus departs Wayne Junction Station 5 minutes after train arrival. Passengers should add approximately 35 to 40 minutes to their travel time.
Bus Stop Locations
- Fox Chase: Rhawn St at Station Driveway
- Ryers: Cottman Ave & Hasbrook Ave
- Cheltenham: Martins Mills Rd & Hashbrook Ave
- Lawndale: Newton Ave & Devereaux Ave
- Olney: Mascher St & Tabor Rd
- Wayne Junction: Windrim Ave at Station Entrance
Customer service (215-580-7800) is open Monday – Friday from 7 am – 7 pm to answer questions and provide assistance.