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SEPTA Reaches Tentative Contract Agreement with Largest Transit Workers Union
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
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What’s In Store at SEPTA This Holiday Season?
PHILADELPHIA (November 26, 2025) – SEPTA will offer two new holiday experiences this season at its headquarters in Center City —a brand-new pop-up store, as well as its first-ever “Jingle… Continue reading What’s In Store at SEPTA This Holiday Season?
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Press Releases
City, SEPTA and PennDOT Announce New Red Bus Lanes on Three Corridors in Philadelphia
Study of similar Center City streets have shown a 12 percent reduction in travel times
SEPTA Makes Significant Progress with FRA Emergency Order Directives
FRA Grants Extension for Enhanced Silverliner IV Regional Rail Train Inspections
SEPTA Completes ADA Improvements at Tasker-Morris Station
$19 Million Project Includes New Elevator, Safety Enhancements & Other Upgrades
SEPTA Blog
Ridership: February 2025
Average daily ridership in February 2025 was 753,937 unlinked passenger trips across all modes. System-wide ridership in February 2025 increased 8% from February 2024. On average there were 55,634 more… Continue reading Ridership: February 2025
Transit Employee Appreciation Day
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 is Transit Employee Appreciation Day. When it comes to getting people where they need to go—transit employees can all agree—teamwork makes the dream work. Let’s face… Continue reading Transit Employee Appreciation Day
SEPTA x Amberella
Amberella is a renowned street artist based in Philadelphia celebrated for her iconic heart-shaped designs and impactful messages. Her work typically features wheatpaste and vibrant neon heart designs that emerge… Continue reading SEPTA x Amberella
SEPTA Board Reelects Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. as Board Chair & Chester County Commissioner Marian D. Moskowitz as Vice Chair
On Thursday, February 27, 2025 SEPTA Board members voted unanimously to reelect Kenneth E. Lawrence Jr. as Board Chair and Chester County Commissioner Marian D. Moskowitz as Vice Chair. Lawrence… Continue reading SEPTA Board Reelects Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. as Board Chair & Chester County Commissioner Marian D. Moskowitz as Vice Chair
Coming Soon: AI Camera-Assisted Bus Lane Enforcement
Beginning May 1, 2025 the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) is launching artificial intelligence-powered cameras on SEPTA buses that will ticket drivers who park in bus lanes. These smart cameras will capture… Continue reading Coming Soon: AI Camera-Assisted Bus Lane Enforcement
Happy 61!
February 18 is a significant day for public transportation in Southeastern Pennsylvania! On that day – sixty-one years ago – SEPTA held its first organizational meeting which formed the beginnings… Continue reading Happy 61!
Ridership: January 2025
Average daily ridership in January 2025 was 705,848 unlinked passenger trips across all modes which is 72% of pre-COVID January 2019 ridership. SEPTA service levels have recovered to 88%. System-wide ridership increased 9% from January 2024 to… Continue reading Ridership: January 2025
Unsung Heroes: SEPTA Celebrates Black History Month with Tribute to Original Streetcar Motormen
On Thursday, February 6, 2025 SEPTA held an event at Frankford District to honor eight African American men that played a key part in the transportation industry and social change.… Continue reading Unsung Heroes: SEPTA Celebrates Black History Month with Tribute to Original Streetcar Motormen
Your Ticket to the Super Bowl
Eagles fans know the way to go to Philadelphia International Airport is the Airport Line. The Airport Line runs every 30 minutes on weekdays and weekends from 5AM to 12AM,… Continue reading Your Ticket to the Super Bowl
Ridership: December 2024
Average daily ridership in December 2024 was 698,655 unlinked passenger trips across all modes which is 71% of pre-COVID December 2019 ridership. SEPTA service levels have recovered to 88%. System-wide ridership increased 7% from December 2023 to… Continue reading Ridership: December 2024
24 in 2024
A lot happened in 2024! Here’s a look back at the top 24 in 2024! 1. Ticket Offices Closed A large majority of Regional Rail riders use SEPTA Key cards… Continue reading 24 in 2024
Ride Free Courtesy of FanDuel Casino on December 18
FanDuel Group – the premier online gaming company in North America – has partnered with South Jersey Transportation Authority’s Atlantic City Expressway Pleasantville Toll Plaza, the Port Authority of New… Continue reading Ride Free Courtesy of FanDuel Casino on December 18