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

The cheapest way to get from Manila to Macabling is to train which costs ₱26 - ₱45 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manila to Macabling is to drive which takes 35 min and costs ₱310 - ₱450.

Is there a direct bus between Manila and Macabling?

No, there is no direct bus from Manila to Macabling. However, there are services departing from Valariano Fugoso, Manila and arriving at Balibago Complex via Buendia Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Manila and Macabling?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paco and arriving at Santa Rosa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Manila to Macabling?

The distance between Manila and Macabling is 34 km. The road distance is 41.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Manila to Macabling without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs ₱26 - ₱45.

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

The train from Paco to Santa Rosa takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Manila to Macabling bus from?

Manila to Macabling bus services, operated by Jeepney - LTFRB, depart from Valariano Fugoso, Manila station.

Where do I catch the Manila to Macabling train from?

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

Train or bus from Manila to Macabling?

The best way to get from Manila to Macabling is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs ₱26 - ₱45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₱90 - ₱120 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Manila to Macabling bus arrive?

Manila to Macabling bus services, operated by Jeepney - LTFRB, arrive at Taft Ave, Lungsod ng Pasay station.

Where does the Manila to Macabling train arrive?

Manila to Macabling train services, operated by Philippine National Railways, arrive at Santa Rosa station.

Can I drive from Manila to Macabling?

Yes, the driving distance between Manila to Macabling is 41 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Manila to Macabling.

Where can I stay near Macabling?

There are 634+ hotels available in Macabling.

Manila to Macabling - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Manila to Macabling by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paco to Santa Rosatrain Tutuban
1h 45m
₱26–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Doroteo Jose Station to Gil Puyat Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Buendia Bus Terminal to Balibago Complexbus LRT Buendia
2h 23m
₱93–111
Drive 41.4 km
1. Drive from Manila to Macablingcar 41.4 km
35 min
₱311–449
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manila to Macablingtaxi 41.4 km
35 min
₱650–800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Valariano Fugoso, Manila to Taft Ave, Lungsod ng Pasaybus Mcu - Pasay Rtda / ...
2. Take the bus from Buendia Bus Terminal to Balibago Complexbus LRT Buendia
2h 29m
₱92–118
Bus via South Luzon Expressway, Muntinlupa City, Manila
1. Take the bus from Taft Ave, Manila to South Luzon Expressway, Muntinlupa City, Manilabus GMA - Plaza Lawton via Ayala, Carmona, SSH
2. Take the bus from South Luzon Expressway, Muntinlupa City, Manila to National Hwy, Santa Rosa City, Manilabus ALABANG - CALAMBA via EXPRESSWAY
3h 18m
₱138–210

Manila to Macabling by train

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.5 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Philippine National Railways operates a train from Paco to Santa Rosa once daily. Tickets cost ₱26–45 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Valariano Fugoso, Manila to Balibago Complex via Taft Ave, Lungsod ng Pasay and Buendia Bus Terminal in around 2h 29m.

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