Philly man completes two-day mission to ride every SEPTA Regional Rail line

Community Journalist Philly man completes two-day mission to ride every SEPTA Regional Rail line Rich Temple spent two days riding every SEPTA Regional Rail line with the hopes of raising awareness and fueling future funding. By Matteo Iadonisi Wednesday, November 11, 2026 10:09PM Share PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Rich Temple spent the past two days riding every SEPTA Regional Rail line with the hopes of raising awareness and fueling future funding. Temple, a self-proclaimed 'public transit nerd' from Society Hill, is a train enthusiast. He previously rode across the New York and Los Angeles subway systems. This new challenge in Philadelphia was not just for fun. It was also to send a message about the importance of public transportation and the need for funding. Temple took careful notes about when trains arrived, whether late or early. He recalls a mostly smooth ride with just one construction-related hiccup. "I'm hoping to drive the point home, look what we've got now and look how much more we can get if you fund it properly," he said. SEPTA recently debuted its 'Accelerate' plan , a major investment that proposes 230 new Regional Rail cars and trains arriving every 15 minutes at half of their stations. Temple shared milestones of his journey on Instagram and Facebook, occasionally seen with a sign that read 'Transit For All PA.' He reports crossing the finish line with his last ride at 4:27pm on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. SS United States sinking: Final journey to become artificial reef happening today | Watch Live 3 hours ago Burglars seen ramming cars into Philadelphia vape shops, stealing merchandise 43 minutes ago Rescue operations underway after building collapses in Brooklyn, New York: FDNY 5 minutes ago Watch the video above to see his journey in action. RELATED: Philadelphia security guard's artwork earns display in City Hall Khaliik White, a security guard who draws intricate artwork during his breaks, now sees his work hanging on the walls of Philadelphia's City Hall. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved. Related Topics COMMUNITY & EVENTS PHILADELPHIA COMMUNITY JOURNALIST FEEL GOOD SEPTA TRAIN SAFETY Twin brothers build 'Blast Robotics' team for kids in Philly region Marines celebrate 251st birthday at future site of 'The Tun' 77-year-old power lifter finds strength at 'Power Plant Gym' in Delco Philadelphia Veterans Parade honors those who fought for freedom Watch Live ON NOW LIVE: Sinking of the SS United States is underway | What to know 3 hours ago Burglars seen ramming cars into vape shops, stealing merchandise 43 minutes ago At least 1 dead, multiple injured after building collapses in Brooklyn: FDNY 5 minutes ago Two teens seriously injured in electric scooter crash in West Deptford 35 minutes ago Teachers union proposes alternative to closing 17 Philly schools 19 minutes ago Large home destroyed by fire in Burlington County, New Jersey 1 hour ago Delaware County honors veterans with 67th annual parade 1 hour ago AccuWeather: Turning unsettled at times tomorrow 1 hour ago