What is the cheapest way to get from Surigao to Samar?

The cheapest way to get from Surigao to Samar is to bus and ferry which costs ₱430 - ₱1,100 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Surigao to Samar?

The fastest way to get from Surigao to Samar is to fly which takes 4h 4m and costs ₱10,000 - ₱27,000.

Is there a direct bus between Surigao and Samar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surigao and arriving at Tacloban. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Surigao to Samar?

The distance between Surigao and Samar is 219 km.

How do I travel from Surigao to Samar without a car?

The best way to get from Surigao to Samar without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h and costs ₱430 - ₱1,100.

How long does it take to get from Surigao to Samar?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Surigao to Samar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surigao to Samar bus from?

Surigao to Samar bus services, operated by Bachelor Express, depart from Surigao station.

Where does the Surigao to Samar bus arrive?

Surigao to Samar bus services, operated by Bachelor Express, arrive at Tacloban station.

Where can I stay near Samar?

There are 91+ hotels available in Samar.

Surigao to Samar - 4 ways to travel via car ferry, car, bus and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Surigao to Samar by car ferry, car, busferry, or plane

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Lipata to Liloan
2. Drive from Liloan to Tacloban
5h 19m
₱1,412–2,575
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Surigao to TaclobanDavao
6h
₱430–1,100
Fly to Calbayog
1. Fly from Surigao Airport (SUG) to Calbayog (CYP)SUG - CYP
17h 13m
₱6,831–23,394
Fly to Tacloban
1. Fly from Surigao Airport (SUG) to Tacloban (TAC)SUG - TAC
4h 4m
₱10,351–26,424

Surigao Airport (SUG) to Calbayog (CYP) flights

11Weekly Planes

17h 2mAverage Duration

₱6,746Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Surigao to Samar.

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Distance: 219.3 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Surigao, Philippines and Samar, Philippines?

Bachelor Express operates a vehicle from Surigao to Tacloban 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₱430–1,100 and the journey takes 6h. Alternatively, Cebgo and Philippine Airlines fly from Surigao Airport (SUG) to Calbayog (CYP) twice daily.

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