Transit Tips

  • Keep a supply of tokens and DayPasses on hand for use whenever needed.
  • Pick up timetables for the routes you use frequently at SEPTA’s Market East Station, 11th & Market, or from the lobby rack at 1234 Market St. Or you can have them mailed to you;  phone 215-580-7800.
  • Buses in QV usually stop on the “nearside” corner; that is, before the cross-street. There are exceptions; look for the SEPTA bus stop sign.
  • Arrive at your bus stop five minutes early. Due to variable traffic conditions, buses do not always run “to the minute.” Your 9:32 PM bus may pass your stop at 9:30, for example.
  • Combine transit use with a car sharing membership (www.zipcar.com), and you may not need to own a car, saving yourself money and hassle (inspections, renewals, repairs, parking, parking tickets, street cleaning, etc.).
  • Check out SEPTA’s Transit Store, 1234 Market St. (rear of lobby). Transit souvenirs, great toys, transit history books and more. Nearby, there’s a classic Philly trolley on display.