2026 Benit, San Ricardo, Leyte to Lipata, Surigao and vice versa: Montenegro Shipping Schedule & Fares
Summary
Montenegro Shipping Lines has daily ferry boat trips between Benit, San Ricardo, Leyte and Lipata, Surigao. The travel time is around 1 hour 30 minutes. The ticket price for the passenger fare is ₱280.00. Children below a certain age, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities generally have a discount. The ferry type for this route is a RORO.
Middle East Crisis
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Travel Time
The estimated travel time between Benit, San Ricardo, Leyte and Lipata, Surigao is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Amenities
- Restroom
- Canteen
Contact Information
Main Office
- Montenegro Corporate Center, Diversion Road, Bolbok, Batangas City 4200
- +639171890863, +639107887071, +639487364256
- [email protected]
Benit, San Ricardo, Leyte
- San Ricardo Port, Liloan - San Ricardo Rd, San Ricardo, Southern Leyte
- [email protected]
Lipata, Surigao
- Lipata Ferry Terminal, Surigao, Surigao del Norte
- [email protected]
Vehicle Rates
| Classification | Price |
|---|---|
| Bicycle | ₱315.00 |
| Bicycle with Side Car | ₱630.00 |
| Motorcycle | ₱1260.00 |
| Motorcycle (2.1-3 M) | ₱1890.00 |
| Motorcycle (3.1-4 M) | ₱2520.00 |
| Motorcycle (4.1-5 M) | ₱3150.00 |
| Motorcycle (5.1-6 M) | ₱3780.00 |
| Motorcycle (6.1-7 M) | ₱4410.00 |
| Motorcycle (7.1-8 M) | ₱5040.00 |
| Motorcycle (8.1-9 M) | ₱5670.00 |
| Motorcycle (9.1-10 M) | ₱6300.00 |
| Motorcycle (10.1-11 M) | ₱6930.00 |
| Motorcycle (11.1-12 M) | ₱7560.00 |
| Motorcycle (12.1-13 M) | ₱8190.00 |
| Motorcycle (13.1-14 M) | ₱8820.00 |
| 20-Footer with Prime Mover | ₱13860.00 |
| 40-Footer with Prime Mover | ₱23940.00 |
| Light Equipment (900/NM) | ₱12600.00 |
| Medium Equipment (1100/NM) | ₱15400.00 |
| Heavy Equipment (1300/NM) | ₱18200.00 |
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Key Policies
Check-In Time
Passengers should arrive at the terminal at least 1 hour before short trips and 4 hours for long-haul routes.
ID Requirements
A valid government-issued ID is required.
Baggage (Allowance, Excess, Unclaimed)
Montenegro allows a maximum of two pieces of luggage per passenger.
Refunds and Rebooking
Rebooking or revalidation must be done at least 12 hours before departure. Refunds follow MARINA MC 2018-07 guidelines and are only granted if the issue is due to the carrier.
Transferrable / Non-transferrable Tickets
Tickets are non-transferable.
Ticket Validity
Tickets are only valid on the specified travel date.
Pets
Montenegro Lines generally allows pets on their RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) ferries, particularly on routes like Batangas–Puerto Galera. Pets can usually stay with their owners during the trip, as long as they meet the requirements.
Key Guidelines & Requirements:
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Leash & Muzzle (for dogs): Dogs must be leashed and muzzled at all times on board.
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Carriers (for small pets): Smaller animals should be placed in secure carriers.
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Veterinary Certificate: Must be issued by a licensed veterinarian.
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Vaccine Records: Proof of up-to-date vaccinations is required.
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Shipping Permit (BAI): Obtainable from the Bureau of Animal Industry via online registration and submission of necessary documents.
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One-Way Permit: The BAI shipping permit is typically valid for one-way travel; a new one is required for the return trip.
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Port of Destination Rules: Check with the destination port for any additional requirements before your return.
Pregnancy
Women in their first six months of pregnancy (up to 28 weeks) are allowed to travel with a medical certificate confirming their fitness to travel by sea, issued no earlier than the day before departure. Pregnant women in their seventh month and beyond (29 weeks and above) are not permitted to travel.
Rolling Vehicles
Drivers must present the RVT, valid OR/CR, and driver’s license. Vehicles must arrive 1 hour before short trips and 5 hours before long-haul departures. Refunds are subject to rebooking timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Montenegro Shipping Lines has daily ferry trips between Benit, San Ricardo, Leyte and Lipata, Surigao.
The amenities for this trip include but are not limited to:
- Restroom
- Canteen
Benit, San Ricardo, Leyte to Lipata, Surigao Schedule
| Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | Fare |
|---|---|
| Regular | ₱280.00 |
| Student | ₱224.00 |
| Senior | ₱200.00 |
| Children | ₱140.00 |
For more information, check out our Montenegro Shipping Lines page.
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