Luzon public transport suspended due to COVID-19 quarantine

All modes of public transportation in Luzon are suspended from March 17 to April 13 as part of the enhanced community quarantine to combat the COVID-19 outbreak.

This suspension includes railway systems like LRT Lines 1 and 2, MRT Line 3, PNR, and all public land transport modes such as buses, jeepneys, taxis, TNVS, and motorcycle taxis.

Private vehicles may be used only for buying basic necessities, with one person per household authorized to go out.

Outbound foreign nationals are permitted to leave the Philippines within 72 hours of the quarantine's start, and airport operations will be limited to outgoing flights carrying foreigners.

Filipinos are not allowed to depart the country, though inbound flights will be for repatriating Filipinos.

Travel for uniformed personnel on official business, including the transport of medical supplies and humanitarian aid, is allowed.

Media vehicles and reporters will be permitted to travel within the quarantine area upon securing a special media pass.

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