Metro Manila commuters are set to benefit from a new bus route linking Tutuban (Divisoria) to Alabang, and vice versa, with stops conveniently located near the existing Philippine National Railways (PNR) route. Here's your guide to the new PNR/LTFRB Transport Augmentation.
Suspension of PNR Metro Commuter Line
On March 8, 2024, DOTr announced the suspension of the Philippine National Railways (PNR) operations starting March 28, 2024, suspending services for the Governor Pascual (Malabon) to Tutuban (Manila) and Tutuban to Alabang (Muntinlupa City) routes.
The suspension of services will impact PNR stations located in Alabang, Sucat, Bicutan, Nichols, EDSA, Pasay Road, Dela Rosa, Vito Cruz, San Andres, Paco, Tutuban, and Governor Pascual.
This temporary halt in PNR operations at these stations is aimed at preventing disruptions and ensuring passenger safety while expediting the construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) System in Metro Manila.
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PNR Bus Augmentation
To ease the temporary suspension of PNR-MSC, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has reassured that buses will be deployed along alternative routes to cater to the passengers affected by the suspension of PNR operations in Metro Manila.
The 25 bus units will cover a 26.4 kilometer round trip, with an estimated travel time of one to two hours based on regular traffic flow.
PNR Augmentation Bus Stop (Southbound)
For the southbound journey from Tutuban to Alabang, buses will traverse the following route: starting from Divisoria (Tutuban), they will pass through Mayhaligue Street, Abad Santos Avenue, Recto Avenue, Legarda Street, Quirino Avenue, Nagtahan Flyover, Mabini Bridge, Quirino Avenue, Osmeña Highway, Nichols Entry, SLEX, Bicutan Exit, Bicutan Entry, and finally, Alabang (Starmall).
PNR Augmentation Bus Stop (Northbound)
For the northbound journey from Alabang to Tutuban, buses will follow this route: starting from Alabang (Starmall), they will travel via Manila South Road, East Service Road, Alabang (Entry), SLEX, Bicutan Exit, Bicutan Entry, Nichols Exit, Osmeña Highway, Quirino Avenue, Legarda Street, Recto Avenue, Abad Santos Avenue, Mayhaligue Street, and Divisoria (Tutuban).
PNR/LTFRB Augmentation Bus Schedule
The bus schedule for the Tutuban-Alabang (southbound) route is as follows: 7:30 AM, 9:10 AM, 3:00 PM, 3:20 PM, 7:30 PM, and 9:00 PM. Meanwhile, for the Alabang-Tutuban (northbound) route, buses will depart at 5:00 AM, 6:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:45 AM, 5:00 PM, and 6:10 PM.
PNR/LTFRB Augmentation Bus Fare
Fares for these new bus routes will adhere to the existing rates approved by the Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB). Initial fares will start at PHP 15 for the first five kilometers, with an additional PHP 2.26 charged per kilometer thereafter.
ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA
Klook.comStarting April 1, bus intervals for both routes will be reduced to just 30 minutes, ensuring more frequent and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Tutuban and Alabang.
This new bus route aims to alleviate congestion, provide commuters with alternative transportation options, and enhance connectivity within Metro Manila, ultimately improving the overall commuting experience for residents and visitors alike
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METRO MANILA BUS TRANSIT MAP
To understand thoroughly about these routes, here's a detailed infographic of bus routes in, from and to Metro Manila:
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