Metro railways suspend ops for maintenance Apr 17-20
Metro Manila's major railways will suspend operations during parts of Holy Week 2025 for annual maintenance activities.
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Light Rail Transit Line 1
Also known as LRT-1
Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) will suspend operations from April 17 to April 20, 2025, for annual maintenance activities. Recently, LRT-1 implemented a fare increase from P15 to P20 per ride, sparking protests by students and criticism over the financial burden on daily commuters. The Management Association of the Philippines supports these fare hikes as necessary for contract compliance and service improvement.
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Last updated at April 8, 2025.
Recent stories about LRT-1
MRT-3, LRT-1, LRT-2 suspend ops April 17-20 for maintenance
The Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), and Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) will suspend operations from April 17 to April 20 for annual maintenance activities.
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MAP supports LRT-1 fare hike, citing contract compliance
The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), representing top business executives, supports the fare increase for Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) which took effect on Wednesday, April 2.
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LRT-1 fare increase starts April 2, single tickets at ₱20
Commuters will pay higher fares for rides on Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) starting April 2, 2025, following the Department of Transportation's approval.
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LRMC seeks P7.48 LRT-1 fare hike, citing improved service
Commuters riding Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) may face higher fares as early as April if a petition filed by concessionaire Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) is approved.
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DOTr: Budget cuts minimal impact on transport projects
DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista stated on Tuesday that budget cuts for 2025 would have a minimal impact on the department's 16 flagship transport projects.
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MRT-3, LRT-1, LRT-2 extend hours for Christmas
The MRT-3, LRT-1, and LRT-2 are adjusting their operating hours during the Christmas holidays to accommodate increased passenger traffic.
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Marcros Jr. inaugurates LRT-1 Cavite Extension
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inaugurated the first phase of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite Extension Project in Parañaque City on Friday, November 15.
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LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 opens this month
Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista announced that Phase 1 of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) Line 1 Cavite Extension will begin commercial operations this month, connecting Baclaran Station in Pasay City to Dr. Santos Station in Parañaque City.
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DoTr aims LRT-1 Cavite ext phase two and three by 2026
The Department of Transportation (DoTr) expects to begin the second and third phases of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite extension by 2026, following ongoing right-of-way acquisition issues.
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