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SEPTA Buses Replace Midday Trains on Fox Chase Line, Jan 5-Apr 3

At a Glance

  • Buses will replace midday trains on the Fox Chase Line from January 5, 2026 to April 3, 2026.
  • Service will run 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at five stations, connecting to trains at Wayne Junction.
  • New track installation aims to smooth rides for passengers.
  • Why it matters: Riders must adjust schedules and plan for bus transfers during this period.

SEPTA riders heading between Fox Chase and Wayne Junction will need to change their routines. Starting Monday, January 5, 2026, and lasting until Friday, April 3, 2026, buses will substitute midday trains as crews lay new track along the Fox Chase Line.

Midday Service Switch

During weekdays, buses will run between 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at Fox Chase, Ryers, Cheltenham, Lawndale, and Olney. A train connection remains available at Wayne Junction, linking to Center City. The move is part of a construction project to improve the line.

  • Fox Chase
  • Ryers
  • Cheltenham
  • Lawndale
  • Olney

Planning Ahead

Passengers should consult the Fox Chase Line schedule for exact bus and train times. Additional details are posted on septa.org/news/fox-chase-shuttle-bus.

SEPTA bus pulling into station with passengers boarding near construction site and train outline.

Key Takeaways

  • Buses replace trains from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Service runs January 5-April 3, 2026
  • Train link at Wayne Junction to Center City

By following the updated schedule, riders can navigate the temporary changes without major disruptions.

Author

  • I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life.

    Robert K. Lawson became a journalist after spotting a zoning story gone wrong. A Penn State grad, he now covers Philadelphia City Hall’s hidden machinery—permits, budgets, and bureaucracy—for Newsofphiladelphia.com, turning data and documents into accountability reporting.

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