Traffic & Transit

Philadelphia Phillies Fans Say Reduced SEPTA Service Will Make Getting To Games More Difficult, Expensive

Philadelphia sports fans are already thinking of backup plans when it comes to getting to and from South Philadelphia.

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August 19, 2025

Philadelphia sports fans are already thinking of backup plans when it comes to getting to and from South Philadelphia.

Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Come Sunday, Aug. 24, SEPTA will implement a 20% service reduction across the city because of a budget deficit that Pennsylvania lawmakers have been unable to help resolve.

This will include the game day Sports Express trains on the Broad Street line that carry passengers to and from NRG Station right in front of the stadiums.

Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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