Manila ↔ Puerto Galera

Bus & Ferry to Puerto Galera

Travel conveniently between Manila and Puerto Galera with a coordinated bus and ferry connection. Check the daily schedule, compare fares, and submit your booking request online.

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Bus + Ferry Connection One-Way or Roundtrip Puerto Galera Local Support

A Convenient Manila–Puerto Galera Connection

The SIKAT Bus & Ferry service combines land transportation between Manila and Batangas with the ferry crossing between Batangas and Puerto Galera.

Ermita, Manila City State Tower
↔
Puerto Galera Balatero Pier
Important: Schedules and connecting ferry departures may change because of weather, sea conditions, traffic, vessel operations or other operational requirements. Our staff will check your requested trip before payment and final booking.

Daily Bus & Ferry Schedule

Current published travel sequence between Manila and Puerto Galera.

Manila → Puerto Galera

Bus + Ferry Connection
9:30 AM
Bus Departure SIKAT Bus departs from City State Tower, Ermita, Manila
11:30 AM
Arrival at Batangas Estimated arrival at Batangas Pier
12:45 PM
Ferry Departure Ferry departs Batangas Pier for Puerto Galera
2:30 PM
Arrival in Puerto Galera Arrival at Balatero Pier

Puerto Galera → Manila

Ferry + Bus Connection
11:00 AM
Ferry Departure Ferry departs Balatero Pier, Puerto Galera
12:30 PM
Arrival at Batangas Arrival at Batangas Pier
12:30 PM
Bus Departure SIKAT Bus departs Batangas for Manila
3:30 PM
Estimated Arrival Arrival in Ermita, Manila

Bus & Ferry Fares

Choose the complete Bus + Ferry service or the Bus Only option.

Bus + Ferry

Combined transportation between Manila and Puerto Galera
Adult — One-Way ₱2,000
Child — One-Way ₱1,100
Infant (0–2) FREE
Roundtrip:
Adult ₱4,000
Child ₱2,200

Bus Only

SIKAT bus transportation without the ferry fare
Adult — One-Way ₱1,200
Child — One-Way ₱800
Infant (0–2) FREE
Roundtrip:
Adult ₱2,400
Child ₱1,600
Fare Note: Current published rates include the applicable service fee. Fare amounts remain subject to changes made by the transport or ferry operator.

Why Choose the Bus & Ferry Service?

A practical option for travelers who prefer a coordinated connection between Metro Manila and Puerto Galera.

One Coordinated Trip

Connect your Manila bus journey with the Batangas–Puerto Galera ferry crossing in one travel arrangement.

Bus + Ferry or Bus Only

Choose the complete Bus + Ferry package or book the bus portion only depending on your travel requirements.

Staff-Assisted Booking

Our team reviews your travel information, checks availability and sends payment instructions before completing your reservation.

Submit Your Bus & Ferry Booking Request

Open the booking form below and enter your travel and passenger information.

Submitting this form does not immediately confirm your reservation.

Our staff will first review your travel and passenger information and check the availability of your requested bus and/or ferry trip. If your requested trip is available, we will send the availability result and applicable payment instructions to the email address you provided. After your payment has been received and verified, our team will proceed with the actual booking. Your reservation is confirmed only after we send your official booking confirmation or e-ticket by email.

Bus & Ferry Booking Request Form

Please complete all required information carefully.

Booking Request Only Availability Checked by Staff Confirmation by Email

Online Booking Form

Please Select Choice Below

1️⃣ One-Way Section

Number of Passengers

Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 10 files.

Requirements for Discounted Passengers on SIKAT Bus and Ferry:

  1. Child (3 to 7 years old) - Birth certificate or any document indicating the child's birthdate.
  2. Infant (0 to 2 years old) - Birth certificate or document indicating the infant's birthdate.
Name/Age /Gender of Passengers boarding the ferry
1.) Rocky Sandoval/25/Male
Price: Php0.00

Contact Details

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Click "Book Now" to submit your booking details to the website admin. Once received, the admin will confirm your booking and send the payment account details to your provided email. After completing your payment, you'll receive a booking confirmation or e-ticket for your reserved seat via email. Secure your spot today!
Confirmation

How Your Booking Works

Your reservation goes through an availability and payment verification process before it is officially confirmed.

1

Submit Request

Enter your route, date and passenger information.

2

Availability Check

Our staff checks the requested bus and ferry trip.

3

Email From Our Team

We send availability and payment instructions by email.

4

Make Payment

Complete payment using the instructions provided.

5

Payment Verification

Our team verifies your payment.

6

Booking Processing

We proceed with your transportation reservation.

7

Confirmation Email

Your booking confirmation or e-ticket is emailed to you.

✓

Booking Confirmed

Your reservation is officially confirmed.

Your booking is not confirmed when the form is submitted. Confirmation occurs only after availability has been checked, payment has been verified, the reservation has been processed, and your official confirmation or e-ticket has been sent by email.

Before You Travel

A few reminders for a smoother Manila–Puerto Galera journey.

Arrive Early

Allow enough time for passenger check-in, baggage handling and boarding before the scheduled bus or ferry departure.

Bring Passenger Documents

For discounted children or infants, bring a birth certificate or another acceptable document showing the passenger's birthdate.

Check Your Email

Review your official confirmation or e-ticket and any travel instructions before proceeding to your departure point.

Bus & Ferry FAQs

Helpful information for passengers traveling between Manila and Puerto Galera.

Where does the Manila bus depart?
The currently listed SIKAT Bus departure point is City State Tower in Ermita, Manila.
What time does the Manila to Puerto Galera trip begin?
The currently listed bus departure from Ermita is 9:30 AM, with the connecting ferry from Batangas scheduled at 12:45 PM.
What time does the Puerto Galera to Manila trip depart?
The currently listed ferry departure from Balatero Pier is 11:00 AM, followed by the connecting SIKAT Bus from Batangas.
Can I book the bus without the ferry?
Yes. The booking form includes both Bus + Ferry and Bus Only options.
Can I book a roundtrip?
Yes. One-way and roundtrip options are available in the booking form.
Is my booking confirmed when I submit the form?
No. Submitting the form creates a booking request only. Our team will first check availability and then send payment instructions.
When will I receive my ticket?
After payment has been received and verified, our team will process the reservation and send your booking confirmation or e-ticket to the email address you provided.
Can the schedule change?
Yes. Bus and ferry schedules may change due to traffic, weather, sea conditions, vessel operations or other operational requirements.

Ready to Travel Between Manila and Puerto Galera?

Submit your Bus & Ferry booking request and our team will check your requested trip and contact you by email.