'Express Mode' rolls out on iPhone, Apple Watch for SEPTA riders

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- SEPTA just rolled out an easy and safe way to pay for a ride throughout the Philadelphia area.

"Express Mode" is now an option on the iPhone or Apple Watch.

With Express Mode enabled for debit or credit cards, riders don't need to unlock their iPhone or Apple Watch, or open apps to pay and ride.

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They are now able to just hold their Apple device near a reader to use Apple Pay.

Express Mode is available on buses, trolleys, the Broad Street Line, the Market-Frankford Line and the Norristown High-Speed Line.

For more information, visit the SEPTA website.