Philadelphia Bus Terminal Reopens With 24-Hour Service After Renovations

The former Greyhound Bus Terminal at 10th and Filbert streets in Center City, Philadelphia, has reopened after a significant renovation.

According to a CBS News Philadelphia report, the terminal shut its doors three years ago after Greyhound moved to a new location. Since that time, bus riders have been picked up and dropped off on city streets.

Beginning today, Friday, May 1, the Filbert Street terminal, now known as the Philadelphia Parking Authority Transportation Center, will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

According to CBS News Philadelphia, the redesigned terminal is fully ADA-compliant. It features 11 bus bays, seating for 189 passengers, enhanced security, and dedicated taxi and ride-share pickup/drop-off areas.

City officials emphasized that the renovation offers dignity for riders, clean bathrooms, and improved amenities designed to match the passenger experience on trains and at airports, especially ahead of major summer events in the city, such as the FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game, and America 250 events.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker aimed to reopen on May 1 to support America 250 celebrations. The site, however, is intended only as a temporary solution until a long-term inner-city bus station is built.

According to the city, the new bus terminal would be publicly owned, preventing it from being closed by a private bus company's landlord. Earlier this year, city officials said they identified three possible locations for a new bus terminal: Eighth and Arch streets, 15th and Vine streets, and 30th and Arch streets.

The city plans to host a public meeting and an online survey later this year on the bus terminal proposal before making a final location recommendation.