In celebration of Independence Day
by Billy Caluag
And how they can be improved for bike commuters
If you're a bike commuter who wants to combine cycling as your last-mile option with train rides in the metro, chances are you've wondered if your nearest LRT-1, LRT-2, or MRT-3 station has safe bike parking.
by Kara Santos
That makes two free parking lots along the LRT-2 line
Free parking will soon be available at the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) Legarda Station. The service is expected to open on May 25, 2026, and will operate similarly to the Santolan Station parking lot.Starting Monday, it will be
by Billy Caluag
*But it will take some time
Shortly after sharing my experience with the free parking service at the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) Santolan Station, the system's operators reached out to acknowledge my observations. The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) also confirmed that it does
by Billy Caluag
Here is how it went
In case you missed it, free parking is now available to all passengers at the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) Santolan Station. Personally, this is exciting news to me as I believe it gives motorists a new incentive to commute,
by Billy Caluag
Is this finally it?
The Unified Grand Central Station (UGCS) may soon have a new patron in Light Rail Manila, operator of the LRT-1 train system. In 2025, it was reported that the company submitted an initial proposal to take over the project, and recently,
by Billy Caluag
The parking area is open from 4am to 11:30pm
Do you take the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) from Santolan Station regularly? If you do, but it's actually some distance from your home, you might find this useful: Beginning today, April 27, 2026, free parking is now available
Including electric buses, ferries and more
As fuel prices continue to remain unstable due to the ongoing Middle East crisis, commuters need to consider more affordable transport options compared to using private cars or ride-hailing services.Currently, Filipino commuters can take advantage of a 50% general fare
by Kara Santos
Replicating the ‘concourse’ models previously built along EDSA
SM Prime recently announced its plan to build a pedestrian link connecting the LRT-2 Antipolo Station and SM Masinag. The company is investing more than P300 million into this project.Once completed, commuters will have a more convenient way to access
by Angelo Nieto
And that will be for all passengers
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced that the LRT-2 and MRT-3 train lines will implement a general 50% fare discount starting March 23, 2026. It will be made available to all passengers through the blue-colored Beep card and
by Billy Caluag
Not just to improve accessibility but also to ensure awareness and sensitivity
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is requiring the implementation of new guidelines under the Accessible Travel Policy (ATP) for all railway operators and maintenance providers in the Philippines. As mandated by Department Order No. 2025-024, operators will need to train their
by Billy Caluag
A guide for newbie commuters
The Light Rail Transit Line 2, or LRT-2, is a vital mass transit system in Metro Manila. Also known as the Megatren or Purple Line, the LRT-2 currently spans 17.6km, connecting the cities of Antipolo in Rizal, Marikina, Pasig,
by Kara Santos
A guide for commuters
We all know that pre-Christmas carmageddon in Metro Manila can be pretty chaotic. With holiday traffic causing car owners to be stuck on the road for hours, using public transport sometimes seems to be the most efficient option these days.As
by Kara Santos
The LRT-2 will extend its operating hours, while the MRT-3 will reduce
The Department of Transportation has announced that the respective operating hours of the LRT-2 and MRT-3 train lines will be adjusted for the 2025 holiday season.Starting December 9, 2025, the LRT-2 system will be extending its operating hours
by Billy Caluag
Starting the second week of September
Starting September 15, 2025, the white-colored beep card for students will finally be made available in train stations in Metro Manila.Students, who are among the most frequent users of Metro Manila's rail lines (LRT Lines 1 and 2 and
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
Starting tomorrow, August 13, 2025
The LRT-2 will be waiving fares on every remaining Wednesday this August. Commuters can avail themselves of a free ride from 9am to 11am and then from 6pm to 8pm on August 13, 20, and 27.Before boarding, they will need
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
