The operator will be responsible for upgrading service and reliability
by Angelo Nieto
Timetables for your commuting reference
Need to catch the last train going home? Or unsure if you'll make your connecting train? Here's a compilation of the hours of operation, train station closing times, and last trips of the LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-
by Kara Santos
Successful trainees are guaranteed to find work in the sector
With the ongoing railway developments in the country, such as the MRT-7 and North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), the Department of Transportation is ensuring proper training for railway personnel. Through the Philippine Railways Institute (PRI) training center, employees from various rail
by Lije Martin
Construction for the station broke ground on September 16
The Metro Manila Subway Project is moving along as construction for the station at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 broke ground on September 16. With the subway's southern terminus on the way, the public can expect the complete line to
by Billy Caluag
Construction for the new station can soon begin
The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has secured right-of-way for the Las Piñas Station of the Light Rail Transit Line 1. This was recently finalized through a memorandum of agreement signed by the LRTA and the Villar Group.The
by Billy Caluag
This is the North-South Commuter Railway’s third eight-car trainset
The third eight-car trainset for the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) has arrived in the Philippines and is currently undergoing its importation process through the Bureau of Customs. The new trainset was purchased from the Japan Transport Engineering Company and Sumimoto
by Lije Martin
PBBM also reiterated the government’s goal to open 12 MRT-7 stations in 2027
All eyes were on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. today as he delivered his fifth State of the Nation address. Considering how badly the transport sector (and all other industries, for that matter) has been hit this year with the skyrocketing fuel prices,
Aboard the Chapa Express
There's something about long-haul train travel with scenic views that appeals to me as a traveler. Maybe it's because it's not something I regularly get to experience in our home country. While the Philippine National Railways (PNR) once
by Kara Santos
Hopefully, the restrooms stay clean and usable
The Quezon Avenue Station of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) has been given a refresh through a series of renovations over the Holy Week break. In fact, all Metro Manila train systems, including the LRT-1, the LRT-2,
by Billy Caluag
We’ll take all the good news we can get
Some good news in the midst of this ongoing fuel crisis: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the release of P44.17 billion to the Department of Transportation to expedite the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP) Phase 1 and the North-South
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
Here’s a quick tour of Hongyancun Station in Chongqing, China
Did you know that the deepest subway station in the world is roughly the equivalent of a 40-story skyscraper? Hongyancun Station in Chongqing, China, is a metro station located a whopping 116 meters below ground.On a recent trip to China,
by Kara Santos
Available until 2028
The MRT and LRT lines now offer 50% discounts on fare tickets to senior citizens and PWDs. The train systems previously offered the discount to just students, but today President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Transportation announced that the promotion
by Billy Caluag
At least from Valenzuela to Camp Aguinaldo
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced that his administration will aim to operationalize the Metro Manila Subway by 2028. This statement was made while he was inspecting the tunnels by the Camp Aguinaldo station of the subway project.There, he mentioned that
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
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
Here’s how long we have to wait
If you've ever experienced riding trains abroad, you know how convenient and enjoyable commuting can be. I enjoy railway travel in countries like Japan and Taiwan, as trains are fast, super-efficient, leave on the dot, and seamlessly connected to points
by Kara Santos
Trains are expected to be running and tested by the end of 2025
After years of delays and various setbacks, the Metro Rail Transit Line 7 or MRT-7, a railway project connecting Quezon City to Bulacan, is finally moving closer to reality.San Miguel Corporation (SMC) recently signed a deal with South Korea's
by Kara Santos
Where can you go from Redemptorist-Aseana to Dr. Santos Station?
We know many of our readers drive cars to get anywhere around the metro, but with worsening traffic, parking challenges, and rising transport costs, train travel seems to offer a convenient alternative for north-to-south commutes.Since Phase 1 of the
by Kara Santos
It’s expected to add 80,000 passengers to the LRT-1’s daily ridership
Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) has announced that the LRT-1 Cavite Extension is set to begin operations in November 2024, with the first phase or the first five stations ready to serve the riding public.In addition, Secretary Jaime Bautista of
