GUIDE: Complete List of LRT and MRT Stops in Metro Manila
The MRT and LRT lines are one of the major modes of public transportation in the metro.
by Ina Louise Manto | August 12, 2026
Metro Manila’s three rapid transit lines play a pivotal role in the daily lives of Filipinos. They are one of the primary public transportation systems in the city, servicing over one million Pinoys daily. From families to students and the working class, these trains keep the people moving at affordable rates, too. Whether you’re planning for your daily route or are looking for cheaper options to get around the metro, here’s the complete guide to all the LRT and MRT stops in Metro Manila.
LRT-1 stops
Did you know that the Light Rail Transit (LRT) 1 is the first rapid train system in Southeast Asia? It first opened in 1984 and originally had a length of 13.95 km when it first opened. Through the LRT North Extension Project, a further 5.7 kilometers were added to the LRT-1 in 2010, extending the train line three more stations. As of writing, the LRT-1 has 25 stops:
- Fernando Poe Jr.
- Balintawak
- Yamaha Monumento
- 5th Avenue
- R. Papa
- Abad Santos
- Blumentritt
- Tayuman
- Bambang
- Doroteo Jose
- Carriedo
- Central Terminal
- United Nations
- Pedro Gil
- Quirino
- Vito Cruz
- Gil Puyat
- Libertad
- EDSA
- Baclaran
- Redemptorist-Aseana
- MIA Road
- PITX
- Ninoy Aquino Avenue
- Dr. Santos (formerly Sucat)
LRT-2 stops
The LRT-2, also known as the Megatren, the LRT-2 opened in April 2003. It spans over 13.8 kilometers, which runs through five cities in the metro: San Juan, Pasig, Manila, Quezon City, and Marikina. The Megatren has 13 stops:
- Recto
- Legarda
- Pureza
- V. Mapa
- J. Ruiz
- Gilmore
- Betty Go-Belmonte
- Araneta Center-Cubao
- Anonas
- Katipunan
- Santolan
- Marikina-Pasig
- Antipolo
MRT-3 stops
Running along EDSA to Manila, the MRT-3 system is one of the busiest lines in the metro. The 16.9 kilometer line serves nearly 400,000 passengers daily. It first opened in 1999, and now has 13 stations:
- North Avenue
- Quezon Avenue
- GMA Kamuning
- Araneta-Cubao
- Santolan Annapolis
- Ortigas
- Shaw Blvd.
- Boni Avenue
- Guadalupe
- Buendia
- Ayala
- Magallanes
- Taft Avenue
What are the train schedules?
Schedules vary depending on which train you need to ride. Check out the timetables of theLRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 systems below:
LRT-1 Timetable
The first train arrives at 4:30 AM on weekdays and 5 AM on weekends and holidays.
LRT-2 Timetable
All LRT-2 stations open at 4:50 AM.
MRT-3 Timetable
Opening and closing times vary per station. Below is the updated schedule as of August 2026:
How much is the fare?
How much would it cost to ride a train in Metro Manila? Here’s a rundown of the fare matrix on the LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 systems.
LRT-1 Fare Matrix
As of August 2026
LRT-2 Fare Matrix
As of August 2026
MRT-3 Fare Matrix
As of August 2026
What are the modes of payment for MRT and LRT?
Commuters using the MRT and LRT have several options to pay for their train rides. While Single Journey Tickets, paid through cash, are still widely used, cashless options are now utilized by commuters. This includes the loadable Beep Card, debit, and credit cards, and online payments through QR code such as GCash and Maya.
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