Navigating Philadelphia’s public transit system is about to get easier! SEPTA is implementing a major update to its bus routes and metro rail lines, replacing lettered designations with numbers and introducing a new wayfinding system. These changes aim to improve clarity for riders and create a more intuitive transit experience across the region.

SEPTA Bus Route Changes: Letters to Numbers

Six of SEPTA’s lettered bus routes will now be identified by numbers:

🔹 G → 63
🔹 H → 71
🔹 J → 41
🔹 L → 51
🔹 R → 82
🔹 XH → 81

Route K will transition to a number at a later date as part of future adjustments.

SEPTA Metro Lines: New Letter-Based System

Alongside bus renumbering, SEPTA’s rail lines are also getting updated names as part of the Metro wayfinding project:

🚇 Market-Frankford Line → L
🚇 Broad Street Line → B

• Local Service → B1

• Express Service → B2

• Spur Line → B3
  🚋 Subway-Surface Trolleys → T

• Route 10 → T1

• Route 34 → T2

• Route 13 → T3

• Route 11 → T4

• Route 36 → T5

• Route 15 Trolley → G
  🚆 Media-Sharon Hill Line → D

• Route 101 → D1

• Route 102 → D2
  🚆 Norristown High-Speed Line → M

SEPTA started using the new metro names on its website, app, and signage at Drexel Station at 30th Street in 2024 to help riders adjust to the transition.

Why This Matters for Commuters & Real Estate

For homebuyers and renters in the Philadelphia metro area, public transit accessibility is a key factor in choosing a neighborhood. With clearer designations and improved navigation, these SEPTA updates could make commuting more seamless, potentially increasing the appeal of transit-friendly communities.

As the region grows, efficient public transportation plays a major role in property values and housing demand. If you're considering buying or selling a home, reach out to our team to explore real estate opportunities near SEPTA transit hubs!

📢 Source: West Chester Patch, February 19, 2025