This qualitative research study explores the experiences of students in Kapalong National High School. The purpose of this study is to gain an understanding of the challenges faced by the Senior High School students who undertake long-distance journeys to reach their schools as well as the impact of this in their academic performance, and overall well-being. This study is seen in the lens of Rational choice theory of Blume & Easly (2022) believes that aggregate social behavior results from the behavior of individual actors, each whom is making their individual decisions. This study participated by Grade-11 A GAS students of Kapalong National High School through interview. This study involved 7 participants all are In-Depth Interview. Different themes emerged from the participants' experiences. These themes include Catching the Time, A Financial Constraints, Experiencing Tiredness in Long Distance Travel. These findings also revealed regards to the response on coping strategies of the students such as Managing the Time, Motivating the Self, Seeking Support. For the insights and suggestions, these are themes emerged Intensifying Motivation, Showing Positivism, Trust in God. The urgency of this study commended the schools, to perceive the situation beyond the lens.