When can children ride for free without a fare-paying adult?

Children are generally not permitted to ride for free on SEPTA buses unless accompanied by a fare-paying adult. This policy ensures that the transportation system can manage capacity and maintain safety without compromising fare revenue.

The understanding is that free rides for children often come with certain stipulations or conditions under which they can travel, usually requiring the presence of an adult who has paid a fare. This helps ensure accountability and supervision. Thus, the policy of children riding without fare-paying adults under any circumstance aligns with the organization’s goal of maintaining a structured and fair fare system.