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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Manila and Bacolod!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Manila to Bacolod.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manila to Bacolod will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Manila to Bacolod, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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How to get from Manila to Bacolod

Manila to bacolod trip overview.

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About the ride from Manila to Bacolod

Manila to bacolod route information.

The distance between Manila and Bacolod is 293 miles, or approximately 469 kilometers.

There are 3 ways to get from Manila to Bacolod, including flight,bus,ferry .

The earliest departure leaves at 04:15 and has a duration of 1 hour 25 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available: .

Manila to Bacolod by flight

• Starting Price: $36
• 30 departures a day, or 210 departures a week

The only travel class available is Economy.

Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Manila to Bacolod by bus

• Starting Price: $50
• 3 departures a day, or 21 departures a week

The only travel class available is RORO.

Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Manila to Bacolod by ferry

• Starting Price: $46

There are 6 travel classes for this journey, including: High Speed, Economy, Tourist, Standard, Business and Shared Cabin for 4.

Each ferry ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Companies Operating from Manila to Bacolod

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Ceres Transport is based in Batangas City and a subsidiary of Yanson Group Company offering bus routes from Manila to Batangas and Iloilo.

1h 10m - 1h 20m

1h 20m - 1h 25m

2GO Travel is one of the largest, premier land and sea travel providers in the Philippines.

Popular stations and stops in Manila and Bacolod

Departure stations in manila.

Manila Airport (MNL)

Ceres Cubao Terminal

North Harbor Pier 4

Manila North Harbor Pier 4

Arrival stations in Bacolod

New Bacolod-Silay International Airport

Bacolod South Bus Terminal

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Cheapest bus connections from Bacolod City to Manila

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Bacolod City for Manila: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/02/2024 and for the following days.

How to save money travelling from Bacolod City to Manila

Book the ticket from Bacolod City to Manila in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bacolod City to Manila, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

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The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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Manila to Bacolod

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• Buses RUB 4,305
• Ferries RUB 5,775
• Flights RUB 3,945
• Trains are not available
• Taxis are not available
• Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Manila to Bacolod

Manila to bacolod destination reviews, popular routes, from manila.

• Manila → Cebu
• Manila → Baguio
• Manila → Boracay
• Manila → Palawan
• Manila → El Nido
• Cebu → Manila
• Davao → Manila
• Coron → Manila
• Baguio → Manila
• Bacolod → Manila

From Bacolod

• Bacolod → Cebu
• Bacolod → Dumaguete
• Bacolod → Iloilo
• Bacolod → Bantayan
• Cebu → Bacolod
• Dumaguete → Bacolod
• Iloilo → Bacolod
• Batangas → Bacolod
• Manila North Harbor Pier 4 → Bacolod

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• Cebu → Bohol
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How to get from Manila to Bacolod

When you want to get from Manila to Bacolod, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about RUB 8,120 . If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as RUB 3,945 .

How far is Manila from Bacolod?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Manila to Bacolod. Your trip will be a total of 871 miles (1400 km). The flying distance is 705 miles (1134 km).

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

The travel time from Manila to Bacolod can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 28 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Manila to Bacolod?

The cost of the trip from Manila to Bacolod varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Philippines AirAsia: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as RUB 3,945 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as RUB 8,120 .

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Manila to Bacolod:

• Plane tickets - RUB 3,945 to RUB 8,120 ;
• Bus tickets - RUB 4,305 to RUB 4,305 ;
• Ferry tickets - RUB 5,775 to RUB 5,775 .

How many trips per day are there between Manila and Bacolod?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

• Flights from Manila to Bacolod depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
• Ferries leave from Manila for Bacolod 1 times a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Manila to Bacolod? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

• 91% users voted for a ferry ticket.
• 7% users took a plane.
• 2% decided to go for a bus.
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2GO Manila to Bacolod Ferry Guide & Schedule 2023

Flying is not the only way to travel. To many, it’s more accessible to travel by sea. You’d be surprised at the  different islands  you can get to via 2GO , SuperFerry , and Weesam ferry from Manila to Bacolod: The City of Smiles. 

To ride the 2GO Manila to Bacolod ferry, you must board at the North Harbor Pier 4 in Tondo, Manila. It will take you at least 20 hours to arrive at Bredco Pier in Bacolod. This means that you’ll need to allot two full days for traveling if you’re booking a roundtrip ferry. A small consolation is that the Bredco seaport is situated in the heart of Bacolod where the restaurants, malls, and hotels are. This should make it faster for you to check in and explore the town! 

Table of Contents

• 1.1 Super Value Class
• 1.2 Mega Value Class
• 1.3 Tourist Class
• 1.4 Business Class
• 2 2GO Travel Schedule Manila to Bacolod
• 3 2GO Travel Schedule Bacolod to Manila
• 4 2GO Travel Contact Number
• 5 Related Destinations

2GO Travel Ticket Prices Manila to Bacolod

As mentioned, you’ll be spending quite a lot of time onboard so choose the accommodation that will make you feel right at home. Note that all passengers can access the boat’s amenities: reception, sun deck, cafe, restaurant, bar, mini-mart, salon, karaoke, charging station, and event hall.

Here’s our rundown of the differences between ticket prices for the Manila to Bacolod route:

Super Value Class

The Super Value Class ticket is the most affordable, priced at 962+ PHP per head. A simple bunk bed will be assigned in the open-air area. This space is accessible to everyone. If you’d like to choose this for your accommodation, book your ticket  here . 

Mega Value Class

For ticket holders of the Mega Value Class, the bunk beds are in an enclosed area with air conditioning. You’ll even get a small pillow when you  book this ticket type for 1,050+ PHP .

Tourist Class

Tourist class tickets are priced more because you’ll be getting more privacy for a smaller shared room. It’s definitely less crowded than the Super Value and Mega Value Class sleeping areas.  Book the Tourist Class ticket  online for 1,230+ PHP. 

Business Class

Expect to shell out at least 2,630+ PHP for the Business Class ticket. Your bunk bed comes with a pillow, blanket, and even a divider! Enjoy air conditioning, TV, and a mini-fridge in your room. You have the option to  book a shared Business Class accommodation  with either four or eight people.

2GO Travel Schedule Manila to Bacolod

The 2GO Manila to Bacolod Route departs only three times a week. The departure schedule is as follows:

Friday – 10:00 PM Saturday – 5:30 PM Tuesday – 11:00 AM

Since trips are limited, it’s always best to  book your ticket beforehand . 

2GO Travel Schedule Bacolod to Manila

There are only two trips per week. The departure schedule is as follows:

Sunday – 1:00 PM Monday – 4:30 AM

Have your return ticket ready by  buying it in advance .

2GO Travel Contact Number

Direct any of your questions about the accommodation, fare, or schedule to their customer hotline at (02) 528-7000. You may reach it anytime from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily. For online inquiries, contact 2GO Travel via their e-mail: [email protected]. 

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2GO Travel: MANILA TO BACOLOD (Vice versa, Schedule & Fare)

2Go Travel is one of the Philippines’ leading and premier sea travel providers. One of its most popular services is the Manila to Bacolod route, which gives passengers a more affordable option to travel to the country’s City of Smiles.

The ferry company has 3 weekly trips departing Manila every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. Travel time for this route is about 20 hours. 2GO Travel is utilizing the ports of Manila North Harbor Pier 4 and Bacolod Pier for this service.

Manila to Bacolod v.v. Schedule

Here’s the detailed schedule of 2GO Travel’s trips from Manila to Bacolod and vice versa.

Book your tickets in advance online to avoid the hassle of queuing at the terminal  – CHECK TICKETS HERE

2GO Travel Fare and Rates

Fare depends on the type of accommodation that 2Go Travel offers. These are Mega Value Class, Tourist Class, Business Class for 8 and Business Class for 4. Please note that the rates below are inclusive of Tax, Insurance and others.

Mega Value Class

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For Reservations, Schedules and Rates 2Go Travel Customer Interaction Center Trunkline : (+63 2) 8528.7000 E-Mail: [email protected]

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Taking the RORO: An Exciting Road Trip from Manila to Bacolod

It was an epic road trip that I have taken ever — a road trip from Manila to Bacolod via RORO, bringing my car with me in this whole adventure. This one took me to four major islands in the Philippines and six ports . More importantly, it was a road trip that led me back to home.

I’ve traveled for six to ten hours to various parts of Luzon, the largest island in the 7,107-island nation of the Philippines. I’ve ridden overnight buses and trains across Southeast Asia traveling from one country to another. I’ve taken a nine-hour train ride in California, from Los Angeles to San Francisco. But this trip is one for the books.

Through this article, not only do I want to take you with me through the journey I had, but I also want to share with you pertinent information that will be useful for those who want to embark on a similar adventure. I had to do intensive research and make several phone calls.

Also, I had to ask advice from those who have taken the same route from Manila to Bacolod. I needed information on the cost, the time line, and other minute details necessary for the trip. Equipped with those, I was more than ready to take the Strong Republic Nautical Highway through the Roll-On, Roll-Off (RORO) barges.

However, please note that this trip was taken in 2014 and rates, requirements and processes may be a lot different by this time you read this blog.

ROAD TRIP STARTS – Manila: Day 1 – 11:50 am; 62,200 km in my meter

The sun was scorching hot as we loaded my things inside my hatchback car. Good thing that all my stuff fit perfectly at the backseat and the back compartment. I had to seek the help of my uncle who flew all the way from Negros Island to Manila to help me drive through unfamiliar roads.

But first, I had to take the wheel while we were still in Metro Manila as I was more familiar with the streets and highways as well as the traffic rules in the city.

We made a short stopover at a gas station along the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) in Muntinlupa, the last city of the National Capital Region in the south, for lunch and gas. At half past 12 noon , we continued with our sojourn and, this time, my uncle driving the car. We passed through various towns of the province of Laguna.

The drive from SLEX to the Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR) Toll was easy and fast as both highways are now interconnected. There were some parts of the STAR Toll that were being repaired and only a single lane was used at that time. Still, the ride was smooth and swift. By 1:40 pm , we were already at the Batangas port.

RORO at the Batangas Port: Day 1 – 1:40 pm; 62,277 km

As we entered the port, we were told to proceed to Gate II where a guard at a booth handed us a ticket for the Arrastre of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and for the toll gate fee. We drove towards what seemed to be a parking lot and a man signaled for us to proceed through a lane. He asked us of our destination and pointed us to a guard who let us inside the pier.

From there, we proceeded to enter Montenegro Lines’ Reina de las Flores which was bound to leave at 2:00 pm . All these we did without even having to step out of the car or line up at a booth. We paid for the car and extra passenger inside the barge.

The two decks above were full. The lower deck had an air-conditioned area where passengers could dine and watch television. The upper deck had beds and benches where passengers could rest during the trip.

The ship left at 2:26 pm , 26 minutes delayed, passing through oil depots and the Verde Island Passage. I preferred to stay outdoors where I could see the view and take photos. Yet, halfway through the trip, when no breeze could be felt, I wandered around the ship and stayed at the front deck below the bridge.

Suddenly, the three-island group near Mindoro was already in sight. Baco Chico Island was the largest, followed by Pulong Gitna (middle island), then by Pulong Munti (small island). Further on, Calapan pier was already visible. With more than two hours at sea, we finally docked in Calapan at 4:44 pm .

Calapan is the city in the province of Oriental Mindoro, which is near the famous Puerto Galera beach. Mindoro is a two-province island known for Mt. Halcon, the tamaraw, the Mangyans, and various beaches and waterfalls.

We had to visit my mother’s cousin who has migrated to Calapan, where we opted to stay for the night. As they live in Barangay Sapul in Calapan, we had to traverse Roxas Drive and pass by the Calapan City Hall before we got to my aunt’s house.

Calapan, Mindoro Oriental: Day 2 – 6:00 am; 62,286 km

Leaving Brgy. Sapul at 6:00 in the morning , we took the C5 road to the Strong Republic Nautical Highway. Passing through the towns of Naujan, Victoria, Socorro, Pinamalayan, Gloria, Bansud and Bongabong before we got to Roxas was easy because of the signages erected in strategic areas and distances. Also, the welcome arches for every town were artful and colorful.

RORO at the Roxas Port, Mindoro Oriental: Day 2 – 8:35 am; 62,408 km

We parked and walked to the PPA office only to be told to go to the Montenegro office first, which was a few meters away. Sadly, the person at the Montenegro office told us that we couldn’t take the 8:00 am trip, although it was already 8:35 am at that time, as the ship was still docked at the pier (again delayed) because we never made it to the cut-off.

From my research, I thought there was a 10:00am trip only to be told that the next trip was at 12:00 nn . As I asked around the Montenegro office, as well as with other passengers and the vendor at the pier, I discovered that there were only four trips during daytime and all were by the Montenegro Line. There was the 4:00 am , the 8:00 am , the 12:00 nn , and the 4:00 pm . At night, there were more trips as Starlite had two scheduled trips at night.

So we were told to come back at 10:30 am for the ticket as no reservations were allowed. We decided to eat breakfast and wait until the office opens again to issue tickets for the next trip. At 10:15 am, there was already a long line outside the office.

As the windows finally opened, we were given by the man at the Montenegro office a booking slip and told us to pay first the dues and Arrastre at the PPA office and come back to pay for the ticket. Since it was approaching high noon, the sun was unbearable but we had to go a few meters away towards the PPA. After settling the fees, we had to go back again to the Montenegro office for the ticket.

Passengers were already impatient especially that the office opened at about 10:40 am. While battling for the first slots at the line, I met Joy and her brother who were on their way to Dapitan, Zamboanga del Norte in Mindanao. They, too, were heading to Caticlan and Bacolod and onward to their ultimate destination.

There was one guy manning the cashier vis-à-vis the long line of individuals and vehicle owners wanting to purchase tickets. I guess maybe because there were a few trips and only a single shipping line was operating at daytime, the process was a bit of a hassle at Roxas port.

Bear in mind that when you take the RORO, there are  no reservations or advanced booking , so all the tickets for the barge were purchased at a first-come-first-serve basis. And when we thought everything was fine, we were stopped at the gate to ask if we already had the approval of the coast guard. I had to walk through a narrow alley to the back of a building to a makeshift office to get the coast guard’s pass.

As we entered the port’s premises, we ate at one of the stalls and waited until we would be allowed to board the car to the barge. Other stalls were also selling local products. My uncle bought garlic, which he was able to haggle at P200 a kilo, which was already P280 to P360 in the markets of Manila and Bacolod, respectively.

While we positioned our vehicles at the mouth of the Reina Timotea barge, officials told us that passengers had to board the ship first. Joy asked me and my uncle if they can join us towards Bacolod as they did not know the way.

The 12:00nn schedule was again not followed as the ship left port at 1:05 pm . And instead of just four hours at sea, we arrived the Caticlan port at around 6:00 pm . We passed Tablas Island of the province of Romblon before we entered the Panay Island area.

Caticlan Port, Aklan: Day 2 – 6:00 pm

Caticlan port must be one of the busiest ports in Western Visayas. This is due to the large influx of tourists going to Boracay. As we arrived, officials asked us to get off the car to step on a large rug with disinfectant. From there, we proceeded towards the Aklan West Road. At first, the view at the coast of Caticlan was breathtaking because of its picturesque mountains and beaches. But quarries and construction projects seemed to be destroying these natural views.

As there are a lot of national highways in the island of Panay, I had to rely on my phone’s GPS to navigate us to Dumangas. My uncle drove through zigzag roads, uphill and downhill, and through road repairs as we tried to make it to the next port at about 9:30 pm, based on Google Map’s calculations , which was not translated to reality.

The whole route was estimated to take us to about three hours and a half but we were able to finish it at almost six hours. The highway was already dark and we had to navigate carefully through the route. We had to stop several times to check on Joy and her brother who were following us but we lost them along the way. Also, at 9:30 pm , when we realized we couldn’t make it to the schedule, we decided to stopover at Tres Hijos Restaurant in  Passi, Iloilo .

Dumangas Port, Iloilo: Day 2 – 11:30 pm

It was past 11:00 pm when we got to Pototan and Dumangas . We decided not to stop by another aunt’s house because of the lateness of the hour and we already wanted to get to Bacolod at that time. We braved through a narrow dusty road with high grasses on both side. The fish ponds were not visible on the dark night but we knew that we were surrounded by water.

At 11:45 pm , we entered the gates of the Dumangas port and Montenegro’s Maria Teresa was getting ready to leave at midnight. After paying the usual Arrastre at the PPA office, which took us in less than five minutes , officials directed us towards the barge, were we paid for the fees onboard.

There were a few passengers but all of them have occupied the benches, lying on them as they took their sleep. Although this was the shortest sea travel in our journey, with just an hour and a half, we fell asleep easily as it was already late at night and we were tired from the long journey. It seemed like we slept through an entire night before the ship signaled that we were docking at BREDCO at the Bacolod port.

Sadly, this is the only port in the entire journey where we had to pay for a fee as we arrive . But all’s well that ends well as we arrived home at past 2:00 am , happy to finally reach our destination.

FINISH – Bacolod BREDCO port: Day 3 – 2:00 am; 62,627 km

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26 Comments

Great blog post, your a great writher

Thank you so much! I appreciate your visit and comment. 🙂 Have a nice day!

hi, im not sure kung active pa tong account mo or hindi na, anyway gusto ko lang malaman kung meron bang pagbabagu kaya sa fees ar rules ngayung 2018 na? sana maka reply ka dahil nag babalak akong mag byahe din kasama sasakyan from bulacan to bacolod.

I’m not sure if they have increased fees. Maybe you can allocate 10-15% increase, just to be safe.

Thanks Wesley! 🙂

Great article, Claire! I hope to do this one day. Land-and-boat-trip through the various islands from Luzon and Mindanao, just to see the beauty of the countryside. 🙂

It was a great experience Cheys! I recalled my Amtrak train ride from LA to SF all by myself. 🙂 I love seeing the different sights along the way.

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What are the documents needed to travel your car?

Basically, the OR and CR are needed. Have several photocopies of this as well as of your driver’s ID. Just bring other papers pertaining to your vehicle.

Thanks Claire!

How about other person will travel my car, do you know if LTO clearance still needed? Or just authorization letter is enough together with all the documents needed.

I’m not really sure about that. I think they will ask for more documents for security reasons. The Philippine Port Authority is the one checking the documents for the arrastre. I guess you can check their site and direct your queries to them just to be sure.

maam good day po, marami lang akong katanungan regarding sa byahe 1. pag dating ko ba sa port na loading area nila panu ang process? i mean kailangan ko pa mag book ng ticket dahil may dala din akong sasakyan? or on the spot punta lang dun then dun na aayusin lahat?

2. pag may dalang sasakyan anung requirements ang kailangan nila both sa sasakyan at sa driver?

3. for example may karga na mga baggaes ang loob ng sasakyan clothes things etc, pinapatanggal ba nila?

maraming salamat po..

1. No need for reservation. The ports I went to were on a “first-come-first-serve” basis. You just have to pay the fees. 2. Be sure to bring your OR/CR with photocopies. Of course, bring your driver’s license as well. 3. No need to take your cargo out of the car. My vehicle was full when I brought it from Manila to Bacolod.

hi maam, with regards po dun sa ARRASTRE ng PPA, para saan po ba yun at kung every port ba magbabayad ng ganun? at anu po yung requirements para dun?

kung napansin nyo po andami ko ng tanung sa inyo, pasensya na po, gusto ko talagang gawin to para na din ma experience ko. laki pasalamat ko sa blog nyo dahil malaking tulong ito.. naging inspiration ko po kayo at kahit medyo kinakabahan ako eh itutuloy ko po ang byahe with your information given mas lalo akong nabubuhayan ng loob 🙂

The arrastre is paid at the port. Every port has a PPA. Just present the OR/CR and bring your driver’s license at all times. Good luck on your trip!

Ma’am, nagawa ko po sya.. maraming salamat sa tulong nyo.. nag sulat din po ako ng konting info kahit papano…

maraming salamat po sa info. GODBLESS

Mam im here in Bacolod, planning to take my motorcycle to Manila, I will take the same route vice versa, right? Thank Mam

Mam if im going to Manila with my motorcycle, I have to take the same route vice versa, right? And fewer fees on motorcycle?

Yes, I think that would be the case. It would be the same route going back and probably fewer fees for a motorcycle.

I’m planning to visit Sipalay when this COVID thing ends. Really enjoyed reading your blog. Very informative and will help a lot for those who are planning the same trip. It was a great trip indeed.

Plano ko po na mag travel from Batangas to Bacolod next year at napakalaking tulong ng blog na ito dahil nagkaroon ako ng idea kung ano ba ang mga dapat gawin.

Thank you for visiting my blog and I’m glad to know that you find it helpful. Have a great trip next year!

Hi. My family and I will be doing this next year (Dec 2020). Any part of the trip when/where you felt unsafe? For example, a particular stretch of road that seemed too “deserted”, with very few other vehicles passing? We should probably time some sections of our drives to ensure we pass those specific roads at daytime.

There was a part from Capiz to the northern part of Iloilo province that seemed deserted. It was around 10pm at that time but so far our drive was smooth. Also, a family we met on the RORO from Mindoro to Aklan drove behind us, which was helpful at that time.

Very informative article! You’ve given all the ups & downs of your journey! Same as ours when we traveled from Manila to Bohol. Truly, that the infos given by the google map hours of travel is far from reality, but somehow..still helps. To others who are planning, always remember that you can only reach your destination when u bring with u a lot of patience & endurance. Congratz to you, honored & gifted blogger!

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