Wissahickon station is a passenger rail station on

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. In FY 2013, Wissahickon station had a weekday average of 410 boardings and 452 alightings. The station was recently upgraded as part of a major reconstruction project that involved the integration of a former

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electrical substation and short-turn loop known as the Wissahickon Transit Center, located across Ridge Avenue and downhill from the rail station. On a typical weekday, the transfer center sees around 7,000 riders.

Gallery

File:Wissahickon Station Entrance.jpg, Entrance to Wissahickon station platform (stairwell leading up to tunnel)

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Station from Google Maps Street View
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