The station is the second station for trains headed to Antipolo and the twelfth station for trains headed to Recto.[2] It first commenced operations on April 5, 2004 and served as the western terminus of the line until Recto station opened on October 29, 2004.[3][4][5]
Buses, taxis, jeepneys, UV Express, and tricycles can be used to navigate the area. Buses, jeepneys, and UV Express ply the Mendiola Street, Legarda Street, and Recto Avenue routes.
Some students studying in the University Belt area opt to depart from this station. The University of Santo Tomas, for instance, is accessible from this station via a jeep bound for Lealtad (now J. Fajardo Street), which they alight from prior to reaching Lacson Avenue, and having a short walk) or by a tricycle.
Students studying in San Beda University opt to use the bridge near the back of the South Entrance of the station.