Since the onset of the pandemic, we’ve had to make countless lifestyle adjustments. Face masks and face shields have become almost like a second skin, while temperature checks and contact tracing are now just another part of our daily routine. As for the countless transactions we make on a regular basis? Third-party delivery services and cashless payment channels have since become our best friends.
During these challenging times, two particular brands have significantly helped us ease into this new normal. Firstly, one of the country’s leading bus lines, Victory Liner, has gone above and beyond to cater to their customers; to name a few things, they’ve strengthened their health and safety protocols, offered private bus rentals, and made delivering cargo across Luzon so much easier. Mobile wallet GCash, on the other hand, has become a go-to for both personal and business transactions. With so many cash-in options and an easy-to-use mobile app, GCash has allowed for a smooth transition to a more cashless lifestyle.
The great news? Victory Liner and GCash, two of the most important services during the pandemic, have come together to offer more cashless payment options to customers.
Victory Liner accepts GCash for cargo and bus tickets
Aware of the rising need for safer transactions, Victory Liner has been rolling out more and more cashless payment methods. To add to their lineup of options including but not limited to the Victory Liner Premiere Card, GCash is also accepted in select bus terminals and Drop & Go outlets.
Participating bus routes
Now that Victory Liner accepts GCash payments, passengers may now enjoy an even smoother experience. At the time of writing, this payment option is only available for select bus routes, depending on whether you book your tickets online or on-site.
Presently, the GCash payment option is available for the following Victory Liner bus routes when you pay over-the-counter:
- Caloocan – Malolos – Apalit
- Cubao – Dau / Mabalacat, Pampanga – Tarlac City
Meanwhile, you can also pay via GCash when you book online via the Victory Liner official website. Only the following destinations are available for online booking:
- Cubao – Baguio and vice versa
- Cubao – San Fernando City, Pampanga, and vice versa
- Cubao – Tarlac City and vice versa
Participating Drop & Go outlets
Interested in sending cargo via Victory Liner’s Drop & Go service? Perfect for those running online businesses or simply sending essentials to loved ones, this terminal-to-terminal freight service makes delivering cargo across Luzon so much more convenient. For bulkier orders, their fit-all-you-can boxes come highly recommended — especially given their quality and affordability. What’s more, you can even have your package delivered straight to the recipient’s doorstep via Victory Liner’s DG Man service!
To top it all off, Drop & Go is an even more hassle-free alternative now that cashless payments are an option. The following Drop & Go cargo padala outlets now allow you to pay via GCash:
- Caloocan
- Cubao
- Pasay
- Sampaloc
- Dau, Mabalacat
- Olongapo
- Carmen, Rosales
- Alaminos
- Dagupan
- Sison
- Baguio
- Roxas
- Tuguegarao
For each Drop & Go outlet’s store hours, view Victory Liner’s official schedule here.
How to pay for Victory Liner services via GCash
If you’re already a GCash user, then you won’t be a stranger to Victory Liner’s payment process via the mobile wallet. However, if you have yet to experience using it, then the first step would be for you to download the GCash app. After that, all you’ll need to do is follow the simple instructions on how to set up your account.
For on-site bus ticket purchases
Paying for your Victory Liner bus ticket on-site via GCash at a participating bus terminal is easy and simple! Below are the steps:
- Using your smartphone’s camera, scan the QR code to be provided by the bus conductor.
- Open the link in your phone’s browser.
- Choose GCash as your mode of payment.
- Input the fare amount.
- Show the bus conductor your payment confirmation.
For online bookings
As mentioned earlier, you can also enjoy online booking for select Victory Liner routes. When doing so, you’ll get to choose between a one-way trip or round-trip, your schedule, and your seat.
Booking via the Victory Liner site is very user-friendly. You need only follow a few simple steps:
- Go to Victory Liner’s official website.
- Choose between a one-way trip or a round-trip.
- Select your point of departure and destination.
- Select the number of passengers.
- Choose your desired date of travel.
- Click “Book.”
- Provide all the necessary information.
- Choose your preferred seat/s.
- Review the terms & conditions, then select GCash as your payment option and click “Continue.”
- You’ll be redirected to the GCash payment portal. Just follow the steps!
Note that all passengers are strictly required to follow health and safety protocols inside Victory Liner buses:
- Wear your face masks and full face shields at all times at the terminal and inside the bus.
- Observe physical distancing.
- Keep your hands clean by frequently using alcohol or hand sanitiser.
- Avoid eating, drinking, and talking inside the bus.
- Those with temperatures above 37.5°C and displaying any COVID-19 symptoms will not be permitted to enter the bus.
Passengers are also encouraged to download the StaySafe app for contact tracing.
For Drop & Go deliveries
Similar to in-person bus ticket payments, taking care of Drop & Go fees via GCash is just as easy. Simply visit a participating Drop & Go outlet, and follow the necessary steps:
- Fill out a freight form with the necessary delivery information.
- Have your items weighed, inspected, and evaluated for cost.
- When you’re ready to pay, scan the QR code provided at the payment area.
- Open the link in your phone’s browser.
- Choose GCash as your mode of payment.
- Input the fare amount.
- Present your payment confirmation.
Other cashless payment methods
Not a GCash user? No problem. Victory Liner provides their customers with numerous cashless payment options. Choose between credit or debit card, GrabPay, Coins.PH, Union Bank, or BPI. There’s also the Victory Liner Premiere Card, which lets you pay without cash, earn points from booking bus rides and cargo padala services, and enjoy special promos!
More Victory Liner services in line with the new normal
Apart from taking strides to create more contactless transactions, Victory Liner has continually been expanding their services in order to meet their customer’s needs in the new normal. As one of the country’s leading provincial bus companies, they have gone way beyond offering transportation services from one point to another.
For instance, now that local destinations such as Baguio and Zambales are slowly reopening for tourism, Victory Liner offers travellers a safe mode of transportation for worry-free travels. They even offer on-site RT-PCR and antigen tests at the Cubao terminal to help passengers meet their travel requirements!
To add to this, Victory Liner has continued to improve their Drop & Go cargo padala service, which has been around even before the COVID-19 pandemic. Until today, they continue to open more outlets around Luzon in order to reach more customers — they’ve also partnered with Bicol Isarog to reach residents in parts of Visayas! Moreover, they’ve upgraded the service and provided a door-to-door delivery option, DGman, for select areas.
The best part? Now, we can avail of all their services through contact-free, cashless payments. When it comes to our travel- and courier-related needs, we can trust that we’re in good hands with Victory Liner.
For more information, visit Victory Liner’s official website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Brought to you by Victory Liner.
