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

The cheapest way to get from Manila to Lucena is to train which costs ₱85 - ₱160 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manila to Lucena is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs ₱1,000 - ₱1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Manila and Lucena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manila Cubao Jam Liner and arriving at Dalahican Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Manila and Lucena?

No, there is no direct train from Manila to Lucena. However, there are services departing from Paco and arriving at Lucena via Calamba and San Pablo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Manila to Lucena?

The distance between Manila and Lucena is 138 km. The road distance is 132.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Manila to Lucena without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₱160 - ₱300.

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

The bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to Dalahican Terminal takes 4h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manila to Lucena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manila to Lucena train from?

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

Train or bus from Manila to Lucena?

The best way to get from Manila to Lucena is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₱160 - ₱300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₱85 - ₱160 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Manila to Lucena bus arrive?

Manila to Lucena bus services, operated by Jam, arrive at Dalahican Terminal station.

Where does the Manila to Lucena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manila to Lucena?

Yes, the driving distance between Manila to Lucena is 132 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Manila to Lucena.

Where can I stay near Lucena?

There are 74+ hotels available in Lucena.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Manila to Lucena 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 Dalahican Terminalbus Cubano
4h
₱160–300
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paco to Calambatrain
2. Take the train from Calamba to San Pablotrain
3. Take the train from San Pablo to Lucenatrain
6h 10m
₱88–155
Drive 132.1 km
1. Drive from Manila to Lucenacar 132.1 km
2h 3m
₱1,016–1,467
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manila to Lucenataxi 132.1 km
2h 3m
₱2,000–2,400
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to San Pablo Citybus Cubano
2. Take the train from San Pablo to Lucenatrain San Pablo
4h 5m
₱185–238

Manila to Lucena by bus

224Weekly Buses

4hAverage Duration

₱160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.4 km
Duration: 4h

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

Jam operates a bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to Dalahican Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ₱240–300 and the journey takes 4h. Superlines also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paco to Lucena via Calamba and San Pablo in around 6h 10m.

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