What is the cheapest way to get from Tacloban to Samal?

The cheapest way to get from Tacloban to Samal is to bus which costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,300 and takes 16h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacloban to Samal?

The fastest way to get from Tacloban to Samal is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs ₱3,800 - ₱13,000.

How far is it from Tacloban to Samal?

The distance between Tacloban and Samal is 487 km.

How do I travel from Tacloban to Samal without a car?

The best way to get from Tacloban to Samal without a car is to bus which takes 16h 26m and costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,300.

How long does it take to get from Tacloban to Samal?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Tacloban to Samal, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Tacloban to Samal?

The best way to get from Tacloban to Samal is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs ₱3,800 - ₱13,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,300 and takes 16h 26m.

Where can I stay near Samal?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Samal.

Tacloban to Samal - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Tacloban to Samal by plane or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)TAC - DVO
2h 52m
₱3,873–12,466
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tacloban to Davao City
16h 26m
₱1,146–1,249

Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) flights

17Weekly Planes

2h 31mAverage Duration

₱2,102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 486.6 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Tacloban, Philippines and Samal, Philippines?

Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines fly from Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) twice daily. Alternatively, Bachelor Express operates a bus from Tacloban to Davao City 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₱1,000–1,100 and the journey takes 15h.

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