What is the cheapest way to get from Manila to Calamba?

The cheapest way to get from Manila to Calamba is to train which costs ₱30 - ₱55 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manila to Calamba?

The fastest way to get from Manila to Calamba is to drive which takes 45 min and costs ₱410 - ₱600.

Is there a direct bus between Manila and Calamba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manila Cubao Jam Liner and arriving at Turbina. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Manila and Calamba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paco and arriving at Calamba. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Manila to Calamba?

The distance between Manila and Calamba is 55 km. The road distance is 54.6 km.

How do I travel from Manila to Calamba without a car?

The best way to get from Manila to Calamba without a car is to bus which takes 1h 38m and costs ₱100 - ₱120.

How long does it take to get from Manila to Calamba?

The bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to Turbina takes 1h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manila to Calamba bus from?

Manila to Calamba bus services, operated by Jam, depart from Manila Cubao Jam Liner station.

Where do I catch the Manila to Calamba train from?

Manila to Calamba train services, operated by Philippine National Railways, depart from Paco station.

Train or bus from Manila to Calamba?

The best way to get from Manila to Calamba is to bus which takes 1h 38m and costs ₱100 - ₱120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₱30 - ₱55 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Manila to Calamba bus arrive?

Manila to Calamba bus services, operated by Jam, arrive at Turbina station.

Where does the Manila to Calamba train arrive?

Manila to Calamba train services, operated by Philippine National Railways, arrive at Calamba station.

Can I drive from Manila to Calamba?

Yes, the driving distance between Manila to Calamba is 55 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Manila to Calamba.

Where can I stay near Calamba?

There are 818+ hotels available in Calamba.

Manila to Calamba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manila to Calamba by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to Turbina
1h 38m
₱100–120
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paco to CalambaTutuban
2h 15m
₱30–55
Drive 54.6 km
1. Drive from Manila to Calamba54.6 km
45 min
₱417–603
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manila to Calamba54.6 km
45 min
₱850–1,100
Bus via LandMark
1. Take the bus from Claro M. Recto Ave / Quezon Blvd Intersection, Manila to Makati Ave / Ayala Avenue Intersection, Makati City, ManilaAsturias-Ayala via Buendia Ave, Taft Ave
2. Take the bus from LandMark to SM City Calamba
2h 41m
₱166–178

Manila to Calamba by bus

140Weekly Buses

1h 38mAverage Duration

₱100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.9 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Manila, Philippines and Calamba, Philippines?

Jam operates a bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to Turbina hourly. Tickets cost ₱100–120 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, Philippine National Railways operates a train from Paco to Calamba once daily. Tickets cost ₱30–55 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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