New PITX-MOA Electric Bus Route Now Available on Weekends
Here's where (and how) to catch a ride.
(SPOT.ph) The Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) and SM Mall of Asia (MOA) may only be 20 minutes away from each other, but anyone who’s tried commuting between the two knows it’s not as simple as it sounds. Long waits and unpredictable transport options can turn what should be a quick trip into a frustrating one.
Fortunately, a new electric bus route from PITX to MOA is now running every Friday to Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with an initial three units to serve commuters.
“Depending on passenger demand and operational feasibility, the service may be expanded to accommodate more days and additional units in the future, ensuring scalability to meet commuter needs effectively,” PITX said in a release.
Each air-conditioned unit by Global Electric Transport (GET) can seat 30 passengers and features Wi-Fi, CCTV, onboard video display, and GPS tracking. These buses are also mobility-friendly, with features that allow people with disabilities to hop on board.
The only catch is that unlike your usual bus ride, hopping on this electric shuttle requires a bit of a tech upgrade—you’ll need to download the GETPASS app to board (more on this below). The app provides real-time vehicle tracking, trip schedules, and route information.
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Electric bus fare and route from PITX to MOA
The fare for this new route is 25 points, which is equivalent to P25 in the GETPASS app (1 point = P1). To catch a ride, simply head to PITX Ground Floor, Gate 3, Bay 19.
The initial stops for this route include:
- PITX Bay 19
- SMX Convention Center
- SM MOA South Wing
- SM MOA North Wing
- TwoE-Com Center
- FourE-Com Center
- SM Retail HQ / Shore Residences Bldg. C
- Shore 3 Residences
- Shell Residences
- SM MOA Globe
- Sea Residences
- PITX Entrance 2 or 3 Lay-by
How to book a ride
As mentioned, commuters will have to download the GETPASS app to get on a ride, which is available on the App Store and Google Play. You'll need to create an account then log in to join the relevant organization/route from the list. From there, a QR code will be generated, which will be scanned when getting on and off the electric bus.
You can load points into your GETPASS wallet using payment methods like GCash, Maya, or ShopeePay.
Not everyone is on board with the app-based payment system, however. Some passengers have expressed concerns about the added step of having to download, register, and load points just to take a quick ride—especially those who aren’t familiar with mobile wallets or prefer cash transactions. Still, for now, it’s the only way to access this new route.
Also read: The SPOT.ph Guide to Navigating PITX