No card? No problem. Available in the official SEPTA App - SEPTA Key Tix is THE a convenient way to pay for one or up to five (5) people using your smartphone! Use a credit or debit card to download a QR-code “ticket” that can be read at fareboxes and turnstiles.
New city program offers free SEPTA rides to low-income Philadelphians. By the end of the year, 25,000 low-income residents of Philadelphia will have access to free SEPTA fares, city officials say.
SEPTA accepts Contactless payment (any credit/debit card or Apple/Google/Samsung Pay) on bus and Metro (includes BSL, MFL, NHSL & Trolley). SEPTA accepts cash for travel on any of its transit services. Exact fare is required.
If you do not tap in to start your trip or tap out to end it, you could be charged up to the maximum single-trip fare. Customers who have a Weekly or Monthly TrailPass on a SEPTA Key card will also be required to tap on and off.
If you have a SEPTA Key card - the (Travel Wallet) fare is $2 per ride; your first and second transfer is free. If you're paying cash - the cost is $2.50 and you must have exact change - the Operator cannot make change.