The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is reviewing and planning special bus routes designed to support Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) operations during peak periods and when train services are congested or disrupted. Multiple outlets report that the proposal includes running buses along corridors that connect commuters between Antipolo City and Manila.
According to the reports, LTFRB is preparing a feasibility study to assess the proposed service, including passenger demand and route practicality. The buses would operate with pickup and drop-off points positioned near LRT-2 stations to provide an alternative to train riders during heavy traffic and overcrowding. One outlet also notes that the LTFRB and the LRT Authority (LRTA) are considering the approach as part of efforts to complement upgrading work on the LRT-2 line.
While outlets differ slightly in emphasis—some focusing on the start of the review and the feasibility study, others on the route geography and operational goals—the overall message is consistent: authorities are exploring bus-based supplemental transport to reduce pressure on LRT-2 stations and maintain mobility during service disruptions.
