What is the cheapest way to get from Tarlac to Calamba?

The cheapest way to get from Tarlac to Calamba is to bus and train which costs ₱290 - ₱350 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tarlac to Calamba?

The fastest way to get from Tarlac to Calamba is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs ₱1,400 - ₱2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Tarlac and Calamba?

No, there is no direct bus from Tarlac to Calamba. However, there are services departing from Tarlac and arriving at Turbina via Manila Cubao Jam Liner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Tarlac to Calamba?

The distance between Tarlac and Calamba is 181 km. The road distance is 174.9 km.

How do I travel from Tarlac to Calamba without a car?

The best way to get from Tarlac to Calamba without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs ₱340 - ₱600.

How long does it take to get from Tarlac to Calamba?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Tarlac to Calamba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tarlac to Calamba bus from?

Tarlac to Calamba bus services, operated by 5 Star Bus Company, depart from Tarlac station.

Where does the Tarlac to Calamba bus arrive?

Tarlac to Calamba bus services, operated by 5 Star Bus Company, arrive at Manila Cubao station.

Can I drive from Tarlac to Calamba?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarlac to Calamba is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Tarlac to Calamba.

Where can I stay near Calamba?

There are 800+ hotels available in Calamba.

Tarlac to Calamba - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Tarlac to Calamba by bus, car, taxi, or train

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 Tarlac to Manila Cubaobus Bolinao
2. Take the bus from Manila Cubao Jam Liner to Turbinabus Cubano
5h 18m
₱349–587
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac to Araneta Center Bus Terminalbus Araneta
2. Take the train from EDSA/Magallanes to Calambatrain Tutuban
6h 30m
₱291–348
Drive 174.9 km
1. Drive from Tarlac to Calambacar 174.9 km
2h 36m
₱1,397–2,017
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tarlac to Calambataxi 174.9 km
2h 36m
₱2,600–3,200
Bus via Manila
1. Take the bus from Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac to Araneta Center Bus Terminalbus Araneta
2. Take the bus from LandMark to SM City Calambabus
5h 46m
₱466–486
Bus via Manila #2
1. Take the bus from Tarlac to Manila Cubaobus
2. Take the bus from Epifanio de los Santos Av, Quezon City, Manila to Epifanio de los Santos Avenue / Senator Gil Puyat Ave, Makati City, Manilabus
3. Take the bus from Manila Buendia to Calamba Crossingbus
6h 3m
₱369–642
Bus via Manila #3
1. Take the bus from Tarlac to Manila Pasaybus
2. Take the bus from Manila Buendia to Calamba Crossingbus
6h 4m
₱407–563

Tarlac to Calamba by bus

168Weekly Buses

5h 18mAverage Duration

₱349Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Tarlac, Philippines and Calamba, Philippines?

You can take a bus from Tarlac to Turbina via Manila Cubao and Manila Cubao Jam Liner in around 5h 18m.

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