Public Transit Guide Philippines 2026
LRT-1, LRT-2, MRT-3, and PNR — fares, schedules, station maps, and how they connect to Philippine expressways. For motorists who need alternatives on number coding days or want to combine driving with transit for the fastest route.
MRT-3
LRT Lines
LRT-1 Line Guide: Stations, Fares, Routes & Operating Hours 2026
The LRT-1 Light Rail Transit Line 1 runs 20.7 km from Roosevelt Station in Quezon City to Baclaran Station in Pasay City, serving 20 stations across Metro Manila's western corridor. With fares ranging from ₱15 to ₱30 and trains operating 4:30 AM to 10:00 PM daily, LRT-1 connects major commercial districts, residential areas, and provides access to expressway entry points including NLEX via Monumento and CAVITEX via Baclaran.
LRT-2 Line Guide: Stations, Fares, Routes & Expressway Connections (2026)
The LRT-2 (Light Rail Transit Line 2) runs 13.8 km east-west across Metro Manila, connecting Recto in Manila to Antipolo in Rizal with 13 stations. Operating since 2003, it serves 200,000+ passengers daily with fares ranging from ₱15 to ₱30 depending on distance. For motorists, LRT-2 offers park-and-ride options at several stations and connects to major expressway entry points including C-5 (near Katipunan station, 2.1 km to NLEX Connector) and Marcos Highway (Antipolo station, 8.4 km to SLEX via C-5).
Bus Routes
EDSA Bus Carousel: Complete Guide to Stations, Routes, and Fares (2026)
The EDSA Bus Carousel operates 550+ air-conditioned buses across 18 stations from Monumento to PITX, moving 400,000+ passengers daily at ₱13-₱25 fares. This dedicated busway system connects to major expressways including NLEX, SLEX, Skyway, and CAVITEX, cutting EDSA travel time by up to 50% during rush hours compared to mixed traffic.
Point-to-Point (P2P) Bus Routes in the Philippines: Complete Guide 2026
Point-to-Point (P2P) buses revolutionized Metro Manila commuting by offering direct, air-conditioned premium bus service between key business districts and residential areas. These buses operate on fixed routes without stops in between, cutting travel time by 30-50% compared to regular buses. With fares ranging from ₱50 to ₱200 depending on distance, P2P buses serve over 40 routes connecting Makati, BGC, Ortigas, Alabang, and major expressway entry points.
PNR (Philippine National Railways)
Expressway Connections
How to Get From Expressway to MRT: Complete Guide with Exit Points & Connections
Connecting from expressway exits to MRT stations requires knowing the right exit points, transfer routes, and parking options. This guide covers all major expressways (NLEX, SLEX, Skyway, EDSA) and their nearest MRT-3 stations, with specific exit-to-station routes, parking costs, and alternative transport options. Whether you're a daily commuter or occasional expressway user, these routes save time and toll costs by positioning you at the optimal MRT entry point.
NLEX to LRT Connection Guide: Complete Routes, Costs & Travel Times 2026
NLEX motorists have multiple connection points to Metro Manila's LRT system, cutting commute times and parking costs. The NLEX Connector project directly links the expressway to LRT-1's Balintawak Station, while strategic exits provide access to LRT-2's Recto and Cubao stations. This guide covers toll costs, travel times, parking options, and exact routes from NLEX exits to LRT stations — essential for expressway commuters transitioning to rail transit.
SLEX to MRT Connection Guide: Routes, Fares & Travel Times (2026)
South Luzon Expressway terminates at Magallanes, 2.8 km from the nearest MRT-3 station at Ayala. Filipino motorists exiting SLEX face three connection options: P2P buses (₱70-90, 15-25 minutes), regular city buses (₱15-25, 25-40 minutes), or taxis/ride-hailing (₱120-180, 10-20 minutes). This guide maps every SLEX exit to MRT-3's 13 stations with exact costs, walking distances, and RFID payment options.