Route expansion boosts access and cuts commuting costs, with new deployment along Route 6.
Quezon City is expanding its free public transport system by adding more electric buses, reinforcing efforts to ease commuting costs while transitioning to cleaner mobility.
The new e-buses will begin operations on May 11, according to Mayor Joy Belmonte. They will be deployed along Route 6, which runs from Quezon City Hall to Gilmore via Tomas Morato.
With the expansion, the city now operates 16 e-buses under its Libreng Sakay program, making it the largest e-bus fleet among local government units.
High-tech commuting
The e-buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, CCTV cameras, wheelchair access, and onboard safety equipment for commuter convenience.
The QCity Bus system currently covers eight routes across the city, connecting major areas such as Cubao, Gen. Luis, Litex, Mindanao Ave., Katipunan, Muñoz, and C5-Ortigas.
Aside from reducing daily transport expenses for residents, the free public transport program is gradually lowering emissions in a city long burdened by traffic and pollution.
Commuting just got greener (and cheaper). Quezon City adds more e-buses to its fleet, launching Route 6 (Gilmore via Tomas Morato) on May 11.
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How to maximize the QCity bus system
Download the tracker. Use the city's official mobility app to see real-time locations of the e-buses. Since the fleet is still limited to 16 units, timing your arrival at the bus stop is key to avoiding long waits.
The buses are most crowded during the 7AM to 9AM and 5PM to 7PM rushes. If your schedule allows, traveling between 10AM and 3PM offers a much more comfortable, air-conditioned experience.
Route 6 at Gilmore provides a perfect link to the LRT-2, while the QC Hall terminus connects you to the Mindanao Ave. and Litex routes. You can cross the entire city for free if you plan your transfers right.
While the ride is free, always have your QC ID or a valid government ID ready. Some routes may prioritize city residents during high-demand hours.
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