2026 Cebu City to Calbayog, Samar and vice versa: Kho Shipping Schedule & Fares

RORO

10 hours

₱1500.00 ~ ₱1800.00

Overview

Last Updated: January 2026

Kho Shipping Lines has weekly ferry boat trips between Cebu City and Calbayog, Samar. The travel time is around 10 hours. The ticket price for the passenger fare is from ₱1500.00 to ₱1800.00 depending on the accommodation but only if there are options to choose from. Children below a certain age, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities generally have a discount. The ferry type for this route is a RORO.

Travel Time

The estimated travel time between Cebu City and Calbayog, Samar is 10 hours.

Amenities

Aircon
Restroom
Canteen
Entertainment

Cebu City Terminal:

Cebu Port

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Calbayog, Samar Terminal:

Calbayog Port

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Main Office

: Kho Shipping Lines, 57 Arellano Blvd, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
: +639212167082, +639055004139, , +63947695399
: [email protected]

Cebu City

: Kho Shipping Lines, 57 Arellano Blvd, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
: +639467206411
: [email protected]

Calbayog, Samar

: Kho Shipping Lines, Calbayog Port, Calbayog, Samar
: [email protected]

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Key Policies

Check-In Time

Passengers must be on board at least two (2) hours before the scheduled departure time.

ID Requirements

A valid government-issued ID such as SSS, PhilHealth, or Pag-IBIG is required at boarding. NSO certificates and police clearances are accepted; minors may present a birth certificate.

Refunds and Rebooking

Rebooking or revalidation must be done at least 12 hours before the scheduled departure. A 10% charge may be applied for rebooking.

Refunds may be granted if the vessel is unable to complete the trip for any reason.

Transferrable / Non-transferrable Tickets

Tickets are non-transferable and must be used on the specified date.

Ticket Validity

Tickets are valid only for the specific sailing date and vessel indicated on the ticket.

Pets

Pet Policy Requirements:

1. Travel Certificate from veterinary

2. Veterinary card (Vaccine record)

3. Travel cage

Animals will be placed in an allocated area of the vessel. Animals are not allowed in the accommodation of pet owner.

Sick Passengers

Sick passengers must present a medical certificate confirming their fitness to travel by boat on the sailing date.

Know Your Destinations

Cebu

Cebu, known as the Queen City of the South, is one of the most exciting travel destinations in the Philippines.

Samar

Samar, a province known for its rugged landscapes, unexplored caves, and powerful rivers, is one of the Philippines’ most underrated travel destinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, since the ferry is a RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off), it can transport not only passengers but also vehicles such as cars and motorcycles. However, there will be a different rate for the vehicle tariff or freight charge.

The average travel time for the ferry is 10 hours between Cebu City and Calbayog, Samar.

Kho Shipping Lines has weekly ferry trips between Cebu City and Calbayog, Samar.

From Cebu City to Calbayog, Samar: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
From Calbayog, Samar to Cebu City: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday

The amenities for this trip include but are not limited to:

Aircon
Restroom
Canteen
Entertainment

No, the ferry will not make a stop unless necessary or announced by the operator.

Cebu to Calbayog Schedule

Departure Time	Arrival Time
5:00 PM (Monday)	3:00 AM (next day)
NO TUESDAY
5:00 PM (Wednesday)	3:00 AM (next day)
NO THURSDAY
5:00 PM (Friday)	3:00 AM (next day)
NO SATURDAY
NO SUNDAY

Calbayog to Cebu Schedule

Departure Time	Arrival Time
NO MONDAY
10:00 PM (Tuesday)	8:00 AM (next day)
NO WEDNESDAY
10:00 PM (Thursday)	8:00 AM (next day)
NO FRIDAY
NO SATURDAY
10:00 PM (Sunday)	8:00 AM (next day)

The ticket price for the ferry fare depends on the accommodation. Through Kho Shipping Lines, the minimum fare is ₱1500.00 while the maximum fare is ₱1800.00.

Accommodation	Fare
Economy	₱1500.00
Tourist	₱1800.00

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 Kho Shipping Lines 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 Kho Shipping Lines, 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 Kho Shipping Lines page.

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Kho Shipping Lines

Ferry Operator

Kho Shipping Lines is a Philippine-based ferry operator offering passenger and cargo services across various routes. They connect travelers between Cebu and destinations such as Calbayog in Samar and Mobo in Masbate. Additionally, they operate services between Tabuelan in Cebu and Escalante in Negros Occidental, as well as between Mobo Port in Masbate and Pio Duran in Albay.

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2026 Cebu City to Calbayog, Samar and vice versa: Kho Shipping Schedule & Fares

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