The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is exploring the possibility of building a subway in Cebu to alleviate traffic congestion. DOTr Undersecretary for Planning and Project Development, Timothy John Batan, revealed in a recent interview on Radyo Pilipinas that discussions about the project began with Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia in 2024. The subway is part of a broader masterplan aimed at improving public transportation and reducing road congestion in Cebu.
Batan emphasized that the project is still in the feasibility study phase, and they are keen on involving the Cebu provincial government to ensure the subway meets local needs. He explained that the narrow roads in Cebu make an elevated rail system impractical, leading to the preference for a subway. Batan noted that constructing an elevated rail would be challenging due to the complex alignment required.
According to the DOTr’s masterplan, the proposed subway will span 50 to 65 kilometers, connecting Danao City to Carcar City. The ongoing feasibility study is assessing the potential passenger capacity of the subway to ensure it can effectively serve the community.