Recto station is the western terminus of the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) system.

It is situated on Recto Avenue at the district boundary of Santa Cruz and Quiapo, Manila.

Recto station was constructed as part of Phase 2 of the LRT Line 2 project.

The famous bargain capital of Divisoria and the old grand central terminal of Tutuban are also within a few minutes' commute from the station.

Due to its central location in the shopping and education districts of Manila, Recto station is a major transportation hub.