SEPTA Transit Police Warn of Possible Summer Strike as Contract Talks Stall A contract standoff between SEPTA and its transit police union is raising the possibility of a strike during one of Philadelphia’s busiest stretches of the year, including the World Cup and other major summer events. The Fraternal Order of Transit Police Lodge 109 […]
SEPTA Launches First Real-Time Bus Arrival Screen in South Philadelphia SEPTA has installed its first digital real-time arrival display at a bus stop in South Philadelphia, marking the start of a pilot program aimed at giving riders live service information directly from the bus stop. RELATED: SEPTA Tests Bulletproof Glass Enclosures to Protect Bus Drivers […]
SEPTA Expands Service Plan for Philadelphia’s 2026 World Cup Crowds SEPTA says it will add extra train service during next year’s FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, rolling out a transit plan aimed at handling surges tied to both match days at Lincoln Financial Field and the Fan Festival at Lemon Hill. According to the agency’s […]
SEPTA cracks down on student fare evasion to recoup $11M in lost revenue, with warnings and citations for non-compliance.
SEPTA Runs Emergency Drill as Philadelphia Prepares for Massive July 4 Crowds PHILADELPHIA — SEPTA staged an emergency stress test Wednesday morning at the Walnut-Locust station as the transit agency prepares for heavy crowds expected around Philadelphia’s July 4 celebrations and a FIFA World Cup match at Lincoln Financial Field. RELATED: [WATCH] SEPTA bus hits […]
Philadelphia is set to reopen its renovated Center City bus terminal this Friday, marking the end of a three-year period without an off-street facility for bus riders. The new terminal, located under the I-95 bridge near 2nd and Spring Garden, promises a significant upgrade in amenities and accessibility. Key Features of the New Terminal: The […]
SEPTA Unveils Timeline for Revamping Philadelphia’s Bus System The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has announced a detailed timeline for its long-awaited “New Bus Network,” marking the first comprehensive redesign of the system in over six decades. The initiative aims to make the bus network more efficient, reliable, and user-friendly, with changes rolling out in […]
SEPTA has introduced a cutting-edge solution to combat illegal parking in bus lanes: AI-powered cameras mounted on buses. This initiative, launched in partnership with the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA), aims to improve public transit efficiency and safety by keeping bus lanes clear. The cameras, installed on over 150 buses and 38 trolleys, use artificial intelligence […]
SEPTA, Philadelphia’s public transit authority, has announced a significant shift in how it communicates service disruptions to riders. Starting February 9, 2026, the agency will no longer post alerts about potential delays and cancellations due to bus and trolley driver shortages on social media platforms. Instead, SEPTA will direct riders to its website, mobile app, […]
City Council finally had the chance to voice their concerns after SEPTA pulled hundreds of railcars out of service due to safety issues.
SEPTA is facing a class-action lawsuit from a prominent Philadelphia attorney due to their price increases.
A judge ruled Thursday that SEPTA must restore all services that were cut last month, and halt any plans for new cuts.