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What is the route of LRT-2 line?

Route. The rail line serves the cities that Radial Road 6 (Marcos Highway, Aurora Boulevard, Ramon Magsaysay Boulevard, Legarda Street and Recto Avenue) passes through: Manila, San Juan, Quezon City, Marikina, Pasig (depot), and Antipolo.



The LRT-2 (Light Rail Transit Line 2), also known as the Megatren or the "Purple Line" in Metro Manila, Philippines, follows an east-west route that connects the cities of Antipolo, Marikina, Pasig, Quezon City, San Juan, and Manila. The line spans approximately 17.6 kilometers and currently consists of 13 stations. It begins at the Antipolo Station (the eastern terminus) and proceeds through Marikina-Pasig, Santolan, Katipunan (near major universities), Anonas, and Cubao (a major transfer point to the MRT-3). From there, it continues through Betty Go-Belmonte, J. Ruiz, Gilmore (the IT hub), V. Mapa, Pureza, and Legarda, finally ending at the Recto Station in the heart of Manila’s university belt. Recto is the western terminus and offers a walkway connection to the LRT-1 line at Doroteo Jose. The LRT-2 is notable for being the only "heavy rail" system in the capital’s light rail network, utilizing wider car bodies and higher passenger capacities to move commuters between the eastern suburbs and the Manila city center.

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The LRT-2's Araneta Center-Cubao Station connects to the MRT-3 through the Gateway Mall and Farmer's Plaza complex, letting commuters conveniently transfer from LRT-2 to MRT-3. You may view LRT-2's route map here.

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LRT vehicles are smaller and slower than subways, but travel faster and carry more passengers than streetcars or buses.

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MRT trains are designed to carry a larger number of passengers, while LRT trains have a comparatively smaller capacity. 2. Speed: MRT trains are usually faster than LRT trains. MRT systems are designed for higher speeds and longer distances, allowing them to reach higher maximum speeds compared to LRT systems.

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