LRT-1 to offer free rides during rush hours on the 9th, 11th and 13th ahead of the ASEAN Summit

LRT-1 to offer free rides during rush hours on the 9th, 11th and 13th ahead of the ASEAN Summit

📌 On Saturday, November 7, the operator of the Manila Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) announced that it will offer free rides during rush hours for three days, Monday the 9th, Wednesday the 11th and Friday the 13th, in connection with the 49th ASEAN Summit. The measure comes as roads in some areas will be closed for the summit.

■ What's changing
· The LRT-1 free ride hours are twice a day: 7–9 a.m. and 5–7 p.m.
· According to the Department of Tourism (DOT), free jeepneys will also run through November 14. The routes are SM Fairview (Novaliches, Quezon City) to Buendia (Makati), and Sucat to Baclaran (Parañaque).
· The article does not mention who is eligible or any other conditions.

■ Tips for residents and travelers
· Stations may be more crowded during the free ride hours, so allow extra time.
· Roads will be closed during the summit, so check the closed sections before traveling in Manila.

■ Source
The Manila Times (11/7)

■ Photo
· File photo · LRT-1 train and passengers on the platform — The Manila Times