What is the cheapest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar?

The cheapest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar is to bus and ferry which costs ₱1,800 - ₱2,300 and takes 15h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar?

The fastest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs ₱2,300 - ₱9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Metro Manila (State) and Samar?

No, there is no direct bus from Metro Manila (State) to Samar. However, there are services departing from Kalayaan Ave / Elliptical Rd Intersection, Quezon City, Manila and arriving at Tacloban via Cubao Silver Star Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 12m.

How far is it from Metro Manila (State) to Samar?

The distance between Metro Manila (State) and Samar is 595 km.

How do I travel from Metro Manila (State) to Samar without a car?

The best way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 15h 12m and costs ₱1,800 - ₱2,300.

How long does it take to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metro Manila (State) to Samar bus from?

Metro Manila (State) to Samar bus services, operated by Silver Star Liner, depart from Cubao Silver Star Bus station.

Bus or fly from Metro Manila (State) to Samar?

The best way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs ₱2,300 - ₱9,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₱2,600 - ₱4,100 and takes 22h 32m.

Where does the Metro Manila (State) to Samar bus arrive?

Metro Manila (State) to Samar bus services, operated by Silver Star Liner, arrive at Tacloban station.

Where can I stay near Samar?

There are 87+ hotels available in Samar.

Metro Manila (State) to Samar - 4 ways to travel via plane, and bus and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar by plane, busferry, or bus

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Fly to Tacloban
best
1. Fly from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tacloban (TAC)plane MNL - TAC
3h 22m
₱2,320–8,920
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Cubao Silver Star Bus to Taclobanbusferry
15h 12m
₱1,821–2,231
Fly to Calbayog
1. Fly from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Calbayog (CYP)plane MNL - CYP
5h 51m
₱8,300–17,390
Bus
1. Take the bus from DLTB Aurora Cubao to Taclobanbus Cubao
22h 32m
₱2,621–4,030

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tacloban (TAC) flights

102Weekly Planes

1h 27mAverage Duration

₱1,887Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Metro Manila (State) to Samar.

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Distance: 595 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Metro Manila (State), Philippines and Samar, Philippines?

AirAsia Philippines, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines fly from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tacloban (TAC) hourly. Alternatively, Silver Star Liner operates a vehicle from Cubao Silver Star Bus to Tacloban twice daily. Tickets cost ₱1,800–2,200 and the journey takes 13h 54m.

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