Starting the second week of September
by Kara Santos
Students will be able to enjoy automatic 50% fare discounts
Mark your calendars: The white-colored beep card will be made available to all students on September 15, 2025. With this special beep card, the 50% fare discount that students are entitled to will be automatically applied at the turnstile.Before this,
by Billy Caluag
Previously, the card was only available to PWDs and senior citizens
Good news for commuting students: Starting in September, the white-colored beep Card will be available to all enrolled students. Previously, that particular card was only issued to PWDs and senior citizens, with students having to line up at the station office
by Billy Caluag
*From 9am to 11am, then from 6pm to 8pm
Commuters can catch free rides on the MRT-3 every Wednesday this August. Specifically, the train line's libreng sakay program commenced this week on August 6, and will continue to be in effect on August 13, 20, and 27, from 9am
by Billy Caluag
The cashless turnstiles went active just last week
It has been a full week since the cashless turnstiles on the MRT-3 train line became operational, and already, it seems there are some issues-birthing pains, hopefully.Many commuters have experienced unsuccessful transactions when using the cashless turnstiles to tap
by Billy Caluag
From North Avenue to Taft
All MRT-3 stations, from North Avenue to Taft Avenue, are now equipped with free Wi-Fi, as announced by the Department of Transportation and the Department of Information and Communications Technology.The duo opened the network from the Ayala Station, where
by Billy Caluag
The LRT-1 and LRT-2 will be upgraded next
Select turnstiles along the MRT-3 train line have been upgraded to accept cashless payments. Now, commuters can simply tap their Visa or Mastercard-chipped debit or credit card, or scan their GCash Commuter QR code on the turnstile to avail of
by Billy Caluag
Discounts apply to all students (including post-grad and law school)
Public service announcement for students who regularly commute in Metro Manila: In case you missed the news, students can now enjoy a 50% discount on all three major rail lines: the MRT-3, LRT-1, and LRT-2.The MRT-3 and
by Kara Santos
In celebration of Independence Day
Heads-up, commuters: In celebration of our 127th Independence Day, the LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 train systems will offer free rides on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 7am to 9am and from 5pm to 7pm.Since June 12 is
by Billy Caluag
The system will supposedly be available come July
It appears it's not just the 'Pamilya Pass' that the government has lined up for train commuters. According to the Department of Transportation, it will soon allow LRT and MRT commuters to use GCash, PayMaya, and debit and credit cards to
Available until the last Sunday of 2028
They say Sundays are good for driving in the metro. There's light traffic, it's much less chaotic than usual, and it's relaxing to stroll around. But what if we told you that it's fun to commute around the
The reconstruction of EDSA is expected to be completed by 2027
The EDSA rehabilitation project is expected to kick off next month on June 13, 2025. The project is expected to be completed by 2027, as confirmed by Secretary Manuel Bonoan of the Department of Public Works and Highways in a press conference
More trains will also be deployed during peak hours
Great news for commuters and frequent users of the MRT-3, the train line will be extending its operating hours starting today, March 24, 2025. The stations across the MRT-3 line will push back respective closing times by around one hour.
by Billy Caluag
The current MRT-3 general manager has also been relieved of his post
Secretary Vince Dizon of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has advised the MRT-3 management to look into extending the train line's operating hours. Along with that, the official has also suggested adding more trains during peak hours to accommodate the
by Billy Caluag
Top up more conveniently online
In the past, reloading a beep card required physically visiting a terminal station and paying in cash. But if you no longer carry cash on hand or want to minimize waiting in long lines, it's good to know that you can
by Kara Santos
This will not be your usual road reblocking
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will carry out its EDSA rehabilitation project this year. While the agency hasn't given an exact date as to when it will launch this massive undertaking, other reports have cited a possible start
by Billy Caluag
Liven up your daily commute
Need some inspiration to explore the metro by public transportation this year? If you plan to use trains and buses more regularly this year or still rely on single-journey tickets, you might want to kick-start 2025 with a brand-new
by Kara Santos
Get automatic 20% discounts on rides
Looking to save on your daily commute this coming year? If you use public transport regularly, you'll want to get a beep card for electronic payments. This stored value card is used to pay for fares in various modes of transportation,
by Kara Santos
Just a heads-up if you’re staying in Metro Manila this Holy Week
In case you'll be staying in Metro Manila during Holy Week this year, train line operators have announced their schedules. Take note of them below, and plan your trips accordingly.The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) will be temporarily
Plus the MRT-3’s adjusted hours for the holidays
Use this as a guide to plan your trips
For those who regularly travel around Metro Manila by train, do remember that the rail lines adjust their operating hours for the Christmas holidays. The Light Rail Transit Line 1 and Line 2 (LRT-1 and LRT-2) and the Metro Rail
