Philadelphia's 30th Street Station has seen a spike in long-distance commuting since the COVID-19 pandemic, with a notable 28% increase in Philadelphians traveling more than 75 miles for work. This trend mirrors a nationwide rise, indicating a growing preference for cost-effective living while maintaining job opportunities in bigger cities like New York. Commuters use various transportation options, including Amtrak, NJTransit, and SEPTA, demonstrating flexibility in adapting to a hybrid work schedule while balancing expenses.
When I was first trying to find the best thing to do, I tried MegaBus, and the worst thing I ever attempted was going from SEPTA to NJ Transit.
I used to live in Jersey before my marriage, but because of the cost, New York was never an option.
Now I have a bit more freedom with the hybrid schedule, so I'm able to record two days from home and I'm still commuting three days a week.
According to a Stanford University study, since the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Philadelphians traveling more than 75 miles for work has increased 28%.
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