How does one purchase and use public transit in Philadelphia for a short stay?

1. How do you pay for buses in Philadelphia?
2. How is public transportation used in Philadelphia?
3. Can you get around Philadelphia without a car?
4. Can you still pay cash on Septa?
5. Can you ride septa for free?
6. How much is one way on Septa?
7. Does Philadelphia have good public transportation?
8. How do people get around in Philly?
9. What is the L in Philly?
10. What parts of Philadelphia are dangerous?
11. Is Philadelphia hard to drive in?
12. Is Philadelphia a walkable city?

How do you pay for buses in Philadelphia?

Bus fare is $2 per ride; your first transfer is free, $1 for your next transfer if you have a SEPTA Key card. If you're paying cash, the cost is $2.50 and you must have exact change - the Bus Operator cannot make change.

How is public transportation used in Philadelphia?

The Key fare program is a reloadable chip card for travel on most of Philadelphia's transit options: (buses, trolleys, subways, the Norristown High Speed Line), and Regional Rail. Customers can purchase a key card and load a weekly or monthly pass. There are several options, depending on your transportation needs.

Can you get around Philadelphia without a car?

If you're living in Philadelphia without a car, the public transportation system has you covered. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) includes a system of buses, trolleys, subways and a commuter rail with lines throughout the city.

Can you still pay cash on Septa?

A: You may still use cash on board SEPTA buses and trolleys. Cashiers will no longer accept cash and tokens and will not issue transfers. Vending machines will be available at all subway-elevated stations.

Can you ride septa for free?

Senior Citizens, age 65 and older, with a valid ID, ride FREE at all times on all Transit Routes (Bus, Trolley, Trackless Trolley, Broad Street/Broad Ridge Spur Line, Market Frankford Line/Norristown High Speed Line) and on Regional Rail for travel to/from stations located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

How much is one way on Septa?

You cannot show the Pass and then pay the discounted fare in cash. Without funds in the Travel Wallet, the fare required for travel on Transit is $2.50. Where can I load money to the Travel Wallet of my SEPTA Key Reduced Fare Card?

Does Philadelphia have good public transportation?

Philly's score of 67 ranks the city as “Good Transit – Many nearby public transportation options,” according to the site. But Philadelphia is also just three points away from having “Excellent Transit.”

How do people get around in Philly?

The best way to get around Philadelphia is by foot or PHLASH bus. Although some attractions like the Philadelphia Zoo require some other mode of transport, most sightseeing is centered in the Old City, Rittenhouse Square and Society Hill areas, all of which are very pedestrian-friendly.

What is the L in Philly?

The Market–Frankford Line (aka the Blue Line or the El) is a subway and elevated line that runs east/west from the Frankford Transportation Center in the Frankford section of Philadelphia to 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby, via Center City Philadelphia.

What parts of Philadelphia are dangerous?

What Are The “Bad” Areas Of Philadelphia

• #1 Fairhill. With a population of just over 17 thousand, Fairhill is known as “El Centro de Oro” or “Center of God” and is located in the Northeast section of Philadelphia. ...
• #2 North Philadelphia/East. ...
• #3 Alleghany West. ...
• #4 Parkland. ...
• #5 Hunting Park. ...
• #6 Tioga-Nicetown. ...
• #7 Mantua.

Is Philadelphia hard to drive in?

So tough in fact that WalletHub said driving in Philly is the third worst driving experience in the nation. WalletHub released its ranks of 2019's Best & Worst Cities to Drive in. Philadelphia was ranked No. 98 out of a 100-city list.

Is Philadelphia a walkable city?

Philadelphia is Very Walkable

Philadelphia is the 4th most walkable large city in the US with 1,526,006 residents. Philadelphia has good public transportation and is somewhat bikeable. Find apartments in Philadelphia's most walkable neighborhoods: Center City West, Rittenhouse Square and Avenue of the Arts South.