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ci88 t1_ix7xxm7 wrote

For those who work on UPenn campus, where is an easy/safe neighborhood to commute from?

i.e. best SEPTA/Amtrak routes to avoid getting stuck in morning traffic? I assume living a walkable distance from a station is best.

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SgtKetchup t1_ix7zo2c wrote

Almost any transit mode will get you to Penn... all regional Rail lines touch 30th where you can connect to bus/trolley/LUCY to wherever you are going. If you are concerned about "safety" I assume you mean you want to avoid the El, so look for regional Rail, trolleys, or buses.

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ci88 t1_ixcjb8p wrote

Thank you very much! Is regional rail priced based on distance travelled?

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SgtKetchup t1_ixcmy5h wrote

The "El" is the MFL, the Market Frankford Line, one of Philly's two subways. It has a reputation for crime and unsanitary conditions, though how bad it actually is very debatable. Going to Penn you can bypass it entirely from most areas of the city.

RR is priced based on distance, but the cost doesn't actually vary that much - I believe the possible range from PA destinations is $4-7 per trip so not as extreme as other cities. There are also monthly commuter passes available.

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uptown_gargoyle t1_ix7yvdr wrote

Basically anywhere in UCity. Look at a map and highlight Market Street and Baltimore Ave as your northern and southern borders, and 40th and 50th as your eastern and western borders. Transit to Penn by bus, trolley, El or walking is pretty easy anyplace in that area.

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AbsentEmpire t1_ixdl0ri wrote

If you want safe, stick to Center City and commute using the buses. That or look further out along the rail lines such as Manayunk, Conshohocken, Ardmore, Media and come in via the train to 30th St station or Penn Medicine station.

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Proper-Code7794 t1_ix8083a wrote

Anywhere in South Philly north of Washington Ave neighborhoods like a Bella Vista and fitler square or areas like Fairmount are the "safest". Living off of campus in West Philly tends to have more rates of theft. Avoid having to take the Market Frankford line as that train has some crime issues.

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