Premium Point to Point (P2P) Bus Service System: An Initial Assessment of Current Routes in Metro Manila

Abstract

An initial assessment of the existing routes of the recently implemented P2P Bus Service System in Metro Manila was conducted. The service encourages mode shifting from private to public transport especially for users traversing one of the busiest roads in the metro: Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA). The characteristics of the P2P bus units that distinguish them from regular buses include fixed departure schedules, fewer pick-up and drop-off points, passenger limit, and aspects such as more comfortable seating and free internet connection. A questionnaire survey is then conducted among current P2P users to have an initial assessment of the said transit system and be able to formulate possible improvements. It was found that not all routes were able to successfully encourage private car users to shift to P2P and most of the current users are also from other modes of public transport. On the other hand, a satisfaction survey is also conducted among users and it is identified that affordability, travel time, schedule, and amenities are aspects which can be improved for the P2P bus service system.