PNR reopens San Pablo-Lucena line

MANILA: The Philippine National Railways (PNR) resumed regular train operations from San Pablo to Lucena after completing the reconstruction of Tabag Bridge in Sariaya, Quezon.

Fare from San Pablo to Lucena costs P50.

The San Pablo to Calamba route also resumed operations, with the trip costing P55.

The PNR also resumed the operations of Tutuban to Calamba route on February 1. The fare for this route costs P60.

Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista previously directed the PNR to strengthen and make improvements to its bridges for increased passenger safety. He also gave directives to PNR engineers to do routine maintenance and guarantee the resilience of bridges in calamities.

In response, on February 2, PNR General Manager Jeremy Regino inspected the renovated bridges of Bian, Tarapichi, and Palicpic-Ayungin.

The resumption of the train service to Lucena is part of PNR's strategy to increase inter-provincial trips in Laguna and Quezon.

PNR has also been working on restoring the Pipisik Bridge that will connect its trains to Gumaca, Quezon.

Once completed, PNR trains will also operate to Hondagua, Lopez, Quezon.

Photo from Department of Transportation

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