Free train rides bring joy to MRT-3 commuters

An elderly commuter quickly gives a thumbs up and said, “Nakaktuwa rin na libre ngayon hanggang May 3, salamat po!” before hurriedly boarding the train. (Photo by John Lester Naguna/PIA-NCR)

QUEZON CITY, (PIA) — Commuters riding the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) celebrated Labor Day early on Wednesday in Quezon City with free train rides, a generous initiative announced by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

This treat, which runs from April 30 to May 3, 2025, extends not only to MRT-3, but also to the Light Rail Transit Lines 1 and 2, bringing smiles to Filipinos across the metro.

Jim and Queenie Garcia, a married couple, expressed their gratitude for the Marcos administration initiative.

“Malaking bagay sa mga commuter, thank you very much for the free ride,” Jim said.

His wife, Queenie, added, “Na-feel namin na Happy Labor Day ngayon because of the free ride.”

Camille Bayog, another happy commuter, exclaimed, “Omyghood salamat! Thank you sa free ride po!”

Her excitement echoed the sentiments of many who benefited from the fare-free service.

First-time MRT rider Bj Purganan was equally thrilled. “First time ko sumakay ng MRT tapos free ride pa, so okay talaga,” he shared, highlighting the added joy of his inaugural journey.