Metro Manila public transport resumes June 1 under GCQ

Metro Manila's public transportation will resume on June 1 under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) with phased implementation for different vehicle types.

Trains, point-to-point buses, taxis, and transport network vehicles will operate starting June 1, while public utility buses and modern PUVs will resume on June 22.

All public utility vehicles will operate at 50% capacity, and railways will run at just over 10% of their original capacity, necessitating significant physical distancing.

Transportation experts anticipate that the available public utility vehicles will be insufficient for the expected number of commuters.

Commuters may face longer travel times, with estimates ranging from an additional 10 minutes to an hour due to fewer vehicles and potential traffic congestion.

An increasing number of people are opting for active transport methods like biking and walking due to infection fears and the reduced capacity of public transport.

While the national government encourages cycling, short-term measures to ensure the safety of bikers are currently lacking.