Alarm clocks rejoice—there’s real movement on regional transit. SEPTA is restoring services after weeks of cuts, using $394M in state-approved capital funds so buses, subways, and trolleys can run fuller again. A judge ordered service restoration; the plan is approved and rolling forward. There will be a fare hike, but the near-term headline is: more frequency and fewer missed connections for South Jersey commuters riding PATCO from Voorhees/Haddonfield into Center City. 

What changed (and when)

Service Restoration: PennDOT approved SEPTA’s use of $394M in capital funds to restore operations (reversing recent cuts). SEPTA is implementing the court order to bring service back. 

Fare Increase: A 21.5% fare hike (base fare $2.90) begins Sept 14 as part of the stabilization plan. 

Why you care on the PATCO side: more reliable SEPTA connections at 8th & Market/Jefferson, less “bus just left” frustration, and smoother transfers to MFL, BSL, trolleys, and buses when you come in via Haddonfield, Westmont, Collingswood, Woodcrest, Ashland, or Lindenwold. PATCO runs 24/7 with 12,500+ NJ parking spaces at key stations. 

Fast facts for Voorhees–Haddonfield corridor

Haddonfield Station parking: Gated lots $1 from 5–10am with FREEDOM card; free after 10am. Meters are quarter-only. Handy for early trains. 

Schedules & Service Alerts: Always check PATCO schedules and travel notices before you go. 

Easy Connections: PATCO plugs straight into SEPTA’s core network (Market-Frankford Line, Broad Street Line, trolleys, buses). 

Mini-guide: Parking at Woodcrest (big park-and-ride), hop to 8th & Market, transfer to MFL/BSL, or walk to Jefferson/Old City. (PATCO’s system snapshot + station list here.) 

“Events” to watch (quick bites + links)

SEPTA Service Restored – Court-ordered and now funded; fuller service coming back across modes. Details: AP recap + approval coverage. 

Fare Change – Base fare moves to $2.90 on Sept 14; plan your Key re-loads accordingly. Timeline: local broadcast update. 

PATCO x SEPTA Transfers – If you ride from Haddonfield/Voorhees, expect better handoffs downtown as SEPTA frequencies normalize. 

Question for you

If this smooths your morning, which station do you start from—and what’s your transfer? (Haddonfield → MFL? Woodcrest → BSL? Lindenwold → Bus?)

I’ll keep tabs on schedules and any tweaks so your commute stays simple. Save the links, set your alerts, and enjoy a little more predictability in your day.