
Travel Time
The estimated travel time between Bacolod and Manila is 24 hours.
Bacolod Terminal:
Bacolod South Bus Terminal
Manila Terminal:
Ceres Cubao Terminal
Additional Information
For those traveling from Bacolod City, the bus will make stops at Cubao/Alabang, Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Batangas, and Caticlan. You can find the fares in the fare matrix on this page.
Bus trip only
- Luggage policy: 20 kg bag plus 7 kg hand luggage per passenger.
Bus with ferry trip
- Ferry ticket is not included in the fare. Passengers will need to give the bus driver the fare for the ferry.
- The bus boards the RORO ferry and passengers have access to reclining seats. The bus is air-conditioned.
- Luggage policy: 7 kg per passenger with an extra fee for additional luggage.
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Contact Information
For inquiries and reservations:
- Mobile: 09101064742
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The average travel time for the bus is 24 hours between Bacolod and Manila.
Ceres Transport, Inc. has daily bus trips between Bacolod and Manila.
Yes, in most cases, buses have stops between their destinations. These can either be fixed stops or flexible stops depending on the driver or operator.
Bacolod to Manila Schedule
Departure Time | Arrival Time |
---|---|
11:00 AM | 11:00 AM (next day) |
Manila to Bacolod Schedule
Departure Time | Arrival Time |
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07:00 PM | 07:00 PM (next day) |
The ticket price for the bus fare depends on the accommodation. Through Ceres Transport, Inc., the minimum fare is ₱2708.00 while the maximum fare is ₱3084.00.
Accommodation | Fare |
---|---|
Regular (Bacolod-Cubao/Alabang) | ₱3084.00 |
Student/PWD/Senior Citizen (Bacolod-Cubao/Alabang) | ₱2708.00 |
Regular (Bacolod-Sta. Rosa, Laguna) | ₱2984.00 |
Student/PWD/Senior Citizen (Bacolod-Sta. Rosa, Laguna) | ₱2654.00 |
Regular (Bacolod-Batangas) | ₱2884.00 |
Student/PWD/Senior Citizen (Bacolod-Batangas) | ₱2548.00 |
Regular (Bacolod-Caticlan) | ₱1132.00 |
Student/PWD/Senior Citizen (Bacolod-Caticlan) | ₱950.00 |
Yes, normally in the Philippines, certain type of passengers can avail of discounted ticket fares. The discount can range up to 20% but this varies between passenger type. You can reach out to Ceres Transport, Inc. to get a more accurate percentage. You may also need to provide proof of identification or document to get the discount.
You can either book online for your tickets, at one of their satellite ticketing offices of Ceres Transport, Inc., or with affiliated ticketing partners. If you are purchasing your ticket at their local offices or ticketing booths, make sure to bring cash with you as it is the most common form of payment.
For more information, check out our Ceres Transport, Inc. page.
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Disclaimer
Travel schedules, fares, and availability can change without prior notice. Please refer to the last updated date or use the contact information, if provided, to get in touch with the transport operator.

Ceres Transport, Inc.
Bus Operator
Ceres Transport, Inc. is a provincial bus company that operates routes between Luzon and the Visayas, including popular trips from Metro Manila to cities like Bacolod and Dumaguete. It is part of the broader Ceres bus network, which includes Ceres Liner for Visayas and Mindanao routes, and Ceres Tours, known for its premium, air-conditioned service. These brands are all under the Vallacar Transit, Inc. group, one of the largest land transport companies in the Philippines.