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Fewer travelers use QC bus terminal during Undas holiday period
Passenger volume at a major Quezon City bus terminal dropped noticeably during this year's Undas break, with higher ticket prices emerging as a likely contributing factor. The decline was evident in sparse crowds at the terminal during the holiday period.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA, Philippines — A significant drop in passenger traffic was recorded at the Solid North bus terminal in Cubao, Quezon City, during this year's Undas holiday break, signaling a potential shift in travel patterns among commuters.
Observations on Sunday morning revealed notably fewer travelers at the facility, with vacant seats in waiting areas outnumbering occupied ones around 9:20 a.m. The sparse crowds stood in contrast to typical holiday travel demand, when such terminals usually experience heightened passenger volumes as Filipinos travel to observe the All Saints' and All Souls' Days.
Increased fare prices have been identified as a possible reason for the reduced ridership during the holiday period. Rising transportation costs may have prompted some passengers to opt for alternative travel methods or postpone trips altogether, contributing to the lower-than-expected demand at the terminal.
The decline underscores the sensitivity of regional passenger traffic to fare adjustments, particularly during peak holiday periods when travel costs directly influence commuting decisions. Industry observers may need to examine broader travel trends to determine whether the decrease reflects temporary holiday-season fluctuations or signals longer-term changes in passenger behavior.