Transportation
We’re here to help you get there.
Seeing your loved one face to face can mean everything—and we’re here to make that easier. For years, the Pennsylvania Prison Society’s bus service has helped families stay connected by offering affordable, reliable transportation.
We currently provide rides from Philadelphia to four state correctional institutions: SCI Benner, SCI Frackville, SCI Mahanoy, and SCI Muncy.
When you travel with us, your visiting slot is guaranteed for the day of your trip—no need to schedule separately through Keystone.
Our mission is simple: to break down barriers, support families, and make it easier to stay connected through the challenges of incarceration.
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Transportation FAQs
We are currently able to offer trips to four facilities due to a limited grant opportunity. We hope that the success of these trips will generate additional funding from the state and from the philanthropic community so that we can offer affordable transportation to all SCIs. Subscribe to our emails to receive updates about the future of the program.
We currently provide rides from Philadelphia to four state correctional institutions:SCI Benner, SCI Frackville, SCI Mahanoy, and SCI Muncy.
If you plan to visit someone, ensure you're on their visitors list before booking a trip, including infants and children. Bus riders need active Keystone/IVVS accounts. Contact helpline@prisonsociety.org for assistance with setting up an account.
No. Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no exceptions. Cash purchases must be made in person at our office.
Yes. Due to the length of many of our bus trips, all bus trips will make at least one stop at a rest stop. All buses also have a bathroom on board, and passengers are welcome to bring their own snacks.
Visits lengths vary from three to six hours, depending on the facility. Visit lengths may be shortened if there is a facility lockdown, delayed count, or other staffing issue. DOC staff will work to ensure that families are able to visit for the duration of the scheduled time.
Do not bring prohibited items on the bus or DOC property, as the bus may be subject to search. Prohibited items include marijuana, knives, and alcohol. A medical marijuana card does not permit cannabis products on DOC property, even if left on the bus.
Seats are limited, so please only buy if you are sure you can use it. No refunds will be issued within 7 days of the event, except for cancellations related to weather, facility lockdown, or changes to the visiting/housing status of the person being visited. Please contact us as soon as possible if you anticipate an issue with your reservation.
