Commuters on the EDSA Busway can now pay their fares using GCash. Hundreds of buses along the route have started accepting QR payments.
The system uses a SoundPay device that shows a QR code. Passengers open the GCash app, tap Scan to Pay, scan the code from the conductor, enter the fare, and confirm the payment. It removes the need for loose change and helps reduce cash handling inside the bus.
The DOTr said the feature is optional. Commuters can still pay in cash if they prefer. Student, senior, and PWD discounts remain at 20%, and there are no extra fees for using GCash.
The pilot covers 260 buses and will run for one year. It is part of the Automatic Fare Collection System proof of concept, which aims to set a national standard for digital fare payments across public transport.
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This rollout makes GCash a bigger part of everyday life. People already use it in stores and services, and bringing it to public transport makes it even more familiar to commuters.
