How commuters actually travel from Cubao to Sampaloc, not how maps suggest they should. Routes listed here reflect observed behavior, transfer friction, and real-world constraints.
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Route Snapshot
| Transit Modes | LRT-2 | Jeepney |
| Sakayan/ Origin | LRT-2 Cubao Station | Aurora Boulevard: Board jeepneys marked “Divisoria” or “Taft” |
| Babaan/ Destination | Legarda or Recto – depending on final walk distance | UST Area, Morayta – next stop will be Quiapo |
| Fare Range | 20-35 Pesos | 50-65 Pesos |
| Typical Duration | 20-30 minutes | 40-70 minutes |
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Key Takeaways
- LRT-2 Direct Transfer
- Most commuters choose this route when stations are fully operational and crowd density is tolerable. Predictability beats speed here
- No surface traffic dependency
- Low cognitive load
- Failure Modes when using jeepney
- Heavy rain (Aurora floods delay surface routes)
- Commuters bail early when traffic stalls near Welcome Rotonda. Walking becomes faster than staying seated.
Commute guide using LRT-2
Steps:
- Enter LRT-2 Cubao Station (Gateway side preferred)
- Board westbound train toward Recto
- Exit at Legarda or Recto, depending on final walk distance
- Walk or short jeep transfer into Sampaloc
Commute guide using jeepney
Steps:
- Walk toward Aurora Boulevard jeepney loading zones
- Board jeepneys marked “Divisoria” or “Taft”
- Monitor traffic density; disembark early if gridlock forms
- Walk remaining distance or transfer locally
Nearby Reference Points
From Legarda Station:
- East side: 3–5 minute walk to España Blvd
- West side: Jeepney terminals within 2 minutes
From Espania:
- Lacson Street – Right: UST, Left: Florida Bus terminal
- Morayta – Left: FEU
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