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

The cheapest way to get from Tacloban to Samal is to bus and ferry which costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,800 and takes 16h 27m.

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 - ₱12,000.

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 and ferry which takes 16h 27m and costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,800.

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

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

Where can I stay near Samal?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Samal.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)TAC - DVO
2h 52m
₱3,873–11,466
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Tacloban to Davao Ecoland Bus TerminalDavao
16h 27m
₱1,146–1,718

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

20Weekly Planes

2h 38mAverage Duration

₱2,113Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tacloban to Samal.

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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) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Bachelor Express operates a vehicle from Tacloban to Davao Ecoland Bus Terminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₱1,000–1,600 and the journey takes 15h.

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