Automated Fare Collection System (AFCS)

An Automated Fare Collection System (AFCS) using new contactless smart card as fare medium is being utilized in both the LRT Line 1 and LRT Line 2 Systems . The old magnetic ticket fare collection system of LRT Lines 1 & 2 was totally replaced with the new contactless smartcard based AFCS starting 16 December 2015, through the Department of Transportations’ PPP for the Automatic Fare Collection System Project for LRT Lines 1 & 2 and MRT3. The Common Ticketing Project for LRTA Lines 1 & 2 and MRT3 under Public-Private Partnership (PPP) program is a joint venture between the government and private organization led by Ayala and Metro Pacific. This new AFCS project replaced of the old-magnetic-based ticketing system installed in early 2000 and replacing the old system with contactless-based smart card technology on LRTA Lines 1 & 2 and MRT3.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Concessionary Card Application and Issuance in Rail Stations

LRTA Fare Matrices

Line 2 System

Effective March 23, 2026, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) implemented a 50% across-the-board fare discount for all LRT-2 and MRT-3 passengers. This initiative follows the direct instruction of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to provide financial relief to the public amid rising global fuel prices and inflation.

How to Avail the Discount

The process is designed to be seamless for daily commuters:

1. Using Stored Value Cards: Blue or White Beep Cards.

Simply tap your card at the entry and exit turnstiles as usual. The system has been updated to automatically deduct only 50% of the standard fare from your balance.

2.Purchasing Single Journey Tickets: Vending Machines/Tellers.

Select your destination at any Ticket Vending Machine (TVM). The price displayed will already reflect the 50% reduction. If using the teller booth, the discount will be applied at the point of sale.

3.Checking the Fare Matrix: LRT-2 Stations.

Refer to the updated fare posters displayed at the station entrances to verify the specific cost of your trip under the new pricing structure.

Standard Stored Value Card (SVC)

  • Sold for Php 30.00 each plus Php 14.00 minimum load
  • Accepted at all LRT/MRT Lines 1, 2 & 3 Stations and other facilities with DoTr Transpo™ system
  • Reloadable
  • Valid until the indicated date printed on the card
  • Conditions of Use

Single Journey Ticket

Single Journey Ticket (SJT) – For Line 1 use only

Single Journey Ticket (SJT) – For Line 2 use only