SEPTA Routes Detour for Community Fundraiser

SEPTA Routes 38 and 43 will detour Saturday morning until 2 p.m. for Walk MS event

SEPTA Routes 38, 43 Face Detours for Walk MS Event

SEPTA riders on Routes 38 and 43 should plan for detours Saturday morning through early afternoon as the Walk MS fundraising event takes over streets near the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The detours will affect service from morning until 2 p.m. on May 25, transit officials said. The event supports multiple sclerosis research, with the museum serving as the gathering point for participants.

Walk MS Event Draws Thousands to Art Museum Area

Walk MS is an annual fundraising event that supports continued research toward finding a cure for multiple sclerosis, a disease affecting the central nervous system. Millions of people live with MS worldwide, making the fundraising walk a significant community event. The Philadelphia Museum of Art location is accessible via several SEPTA routes including Route 32 and Route 48, which won't be affected by the detours. Regional Rail passengers can reach the area by exiting at William H. Gray III 30th Street Station or Suburban Station.

Two Routes Face Temporary Service Changes

Routes 38 and 43 will experience detours during the Saturday morning event window, though officials didn't provide specific alternate routing details. The detours are scheduled to last from morning until 2 p.m., allowing service to return to normal by mid-afternoon. SEPTA typically reroutes buses around large events to maintain service while accommodating street closures. The agency said riders should expect minor delays and plan extra travel time during the affected hours.

Detours Take Effect Saturday Morning

The service changes take effect Saturday, May 25, beginning in the morning hours and continuing until 2 p.m., transit officials confirmed. SEPTA didn't specify exact start times for the detours or provide detailed alternate routes. The agency said normal service will resume once the event concludes and streets reopen to regular traffic.

Multiple Payment Options Available for Riders

Riders affected by the detours can use multiple payment options including contactless payments, SEPTA Key Card, SEPTA Key Multi-rider, cash, Quick Trip tickets, and PATCO Freedom Share Card. The agency encourages riders to use the SEPTA Park app for parking payment at all SEPTA lots and garages. Moovit provides real-time updates for SEPTA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and plan alternative trips during the detours.