Subway
SEPTA operates two subway/elevated rail lines: the Market-Frankfort Line(MFL), and the Broad Street Line(BSL or BSS). While neither line connects directly to either Norristown or Southwest Philadelphia, both connect to transfer lines that connect to the two areas as well as to regional bike trails.
The MFL runs from the Frankfort Transportation Center in Northeast Philadelphia to the 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby. The MFL connects to the Norristown Regional Rail line at Subruban Station and the Norristown High-Speed Line at 69th Street. The MFL also connects Southwest Philadelphia via the 11, 13 and 36 Trolley lines at the 13th, 15th and 30th Street Stations.
The BSL runs from the Fern Rock Transportation Center in North Philadelphia to AT&T station in South Philadelphia. The BSL connects to the MFL at Suburban Station, and connects to Southwest Philadelphia via the 37 and 68 Bus routes.
Bicycles are allowed on both the MFL and BSL during off-peak hours. Peak hours run from 6:00 to 9:00 am and 3:00 to 6:00pm. Commuters traveling outside of those times should bring their bikes through the security gates located near SEPTA attendants rather than lifting them over the turn-styles. Folding bicycles are allowed on both the MFL and BSL at all times, as long as they are fully folded prior to boarding.
Tokens for the subway system are $1.55 a piece, and can be purchased at the 13th Street, 15th Street and 30th Street stations, SEPTA Transportation Centers, online and at some local retailers. Monthly passes are available online, while day, week and month passes are available at SEPTA sales offices. Trips without a ticket or pass cost $2.00 at subway entrances, though most stations feature token machines. Below you will find links to routing information for trollies that will help you plan your daily commute.
Market-Frankfort Line:
Broad Street Line:
General Information:
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