{"id":35388,"date":"2018-10-13T09:17:14","date_gmt":"2018-10-13T01:17:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=35388"},"modified":"2019-10-09T11:44:23","modified_gmt":"2019-10-09T03:44:23","slug":"paranaque-integrated-terminal-exchange-to-open-by-november-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2018\/10\/13\/paranaque-integrated-terminal-exchange-to-open-by-november-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Para\u00f1aque Integrated Terminal Exchange: Guide To The Country’s Multi-modal Terminal"},"content":{"rendered":"

UPDATED as of November 16, 2018<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Last November 10, 2018, the Para\u00f1aque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX)\u2014<\/strong>country’s first ever integrated and multi-modal terminal\u2014<\/strong>has officially opened its doors to the public.<\/p>\n

\"\"This intermodal terminal will be the first of its kind in the Philippines\/IMAGE DOTr Asec. Mark De Leon<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Dubbed as a \u201clandport,\u201d<\/em> the PITX\u2019s main aim is to help decongest EDSA by providing seamless interconnectivity between various modes of public transportation such as buses, cabs, jeepneys, and trains. It will also serve as a pick-up and drop-off point for provincial buses bound south, thereby preventing them from plying EDSA.<\/p>\n

Also read: Duterte Unveils Transport Plan for Metro<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"There will be bays for loading and unloading\/IMAGE DOTr Asec. Mark De Leon\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Spacious waiting bays.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Over a month ago, DOTr Assistant Secretary for Road Transport and Infrastructure Mark De Leon, Assistant Secretary for Mobility and Infrastructure Manny Gonzales, Assistant Secretary for Special Concerns Eymard Eje, and Land Transportation Franchising & Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Chairman Martin Delgra III witnessed the testing of the single bus ticketing system which is capable of reading QR codes in smartphones. They also put the bus dispatch scheduling system to the test.<\/p>\n

Also read: How to Commute in the South of Metro Manila<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"These gates are equipped with QR readers that are either printed on tickets or sent to one’s smartphone\/IMAGE DOTr Asec. Mark De Leon<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Now fully operational, the PITX will cater to around 200,000 commuters on a daily basis. There will be a central ticketing system where passengers have the option of buying their tickets at the counter or online. They also have the option of riding with their preferred bus company and even choose their seats!<\/p>\n

Also read: Commuting Tips in the Philippines<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE DOTr Asec Mark De Leon<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Passengers can buy their\u00a0tickets at the booth or inquire about trips at the concierge\/IMAGE DOTr Asec. Mark De Leon<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

While waiting for their trip, there is no shortage of things to do. Passengers can whip out their gadgets and make use of the free Wi-Fi while lounging on one of the many seats provided at the terminal. There will also be commercial and retail shops as well as food outlets and restaurants. More importantly, there will be dedicated prayer rooms, breastfeeding rooms, and even showers.<\/p>\n

Also read: Public Transportation: Getting Around Manila Like a Local<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Should all go well, the country\u2019s flagship intermodal terminal will set the standard for other government projects of the same nature.<\/p>\n

Ultimate Guide To PITX<\/h3>\n

The Para\u00f1aque Integrated Terminal Exchange is located at\u00a01 Kennedy Road Tambo, Para\u00f1aque City<\/strong>. To those coming from Northbound, just hop in a southbound bus and get off at the terminal. To those along Roxas Blvd., you can ride a jeepney via Mabini or Taft going to the terminal or for those taking the LRT\/MRT, get off at Taft station and ride a bus going to the terminal.<\/p>\n

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PITX Terminal Guide<\/h3>\n

Once you get to the PITX Terminal, there are several ways that you have to undergo before you can finally hop to the buses for your trip. Keep in mind that the PITX Terminal houses P2P, Buses, Taxis, UV Express shuttles, and Jeepneys.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0The Expats\u2019 Ultimate Guide to Public Transportation in the Philippines<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

For\u00a0Buses:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Find your desired schedule of travel at the information display of the terminal.<\/li>\n
  2. Then, purchase your tickets at the ticket counter. Only cash payment is accepted as of this writing.<\/li>\n
  3. Wait for your scheduled trip and arrive at the boarding gate 15 minutes before the time to scan your ticket<\/li>\n
  4. Board the bus.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Note that tickets past the scheduled trip are no longer valid and buses will leave on time.<\/p>\n

    For PUJs:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Proceed to the left side of the first floor and look for the route you’re going<\/li>\n
    2. Line up and pay before boarding<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      For Taxis:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      1. Proceed to the information and get a queuing number for taxis<\/li>\n
      2. Proceed to the taxi lane on the ground floor near the main entrance and wait for your number to be called<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        For UV Express:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        1. Proceed to the third floor for the UV Express loading and look for your route<\/li>\n
        2. Line up and pay before boarding<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Available Routes (Updated as of November 14, 2018)<\/h3>\n

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          P2P Routes<\/h4>\n

          Also read:\u00a0P2P Bus Service Guide for Expats<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

          UBE Express<\/strong> (Every 1.5 hours from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM)<\/p>\n