
Roble Shipping has weekly ferry boat trips between Cebu City and Tacloban, Leyte. The travel time is around 5 hours. The ticket price for the passenger fare is from ₱750.00 to ₱7000.00 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 Tacloban, Leyte is 5 hours.
Amenities
- Aircon
- Luggage storage
- Restroom
- Canteen
Contact Information
Main Office
- Roble Building, E.S. Baclig. T. Padilla Extension, North Reclamation Area
- +6324191190, +6322601921
- [email protected]
Cebu City
- Roble Ticketing Office, Pier 3, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
- +639670197807
- [email protected]
Tacloban, Leyte
- Tacloban Port, Tacloban City, 6500 Leyte
- [email protected]
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Key Policies
Check-In Time
Passengers should check in at least two hours before the scheduled departure time. Failure to check in 30 minutes before departure may result in the cancellation of the ticket and the accommodation offered to another passenger.
ID Requirements
A valid government-issued ID such as SSS, PhilHealth, or Pag-IBIG is required at boarding.
Baggage (Allowance, Excess, Unclaimed)
Passengers in 2nd class and tourist accommodations can bring two pieces of baggage with a combined size of up to 0.05 cubic meters or 100 kilograms.
Refunds and Rebooking
Refunds and rebookings are available within 15 days from the ticket purchase date. To process these, passengers need to visit the nearest Roble Shipping ticketing office, not ticketing agencies. If the ticket was purchased at an agency, the refund or rebooking must be done at the same agency.
Transferable / Non-transferable Tickets
Tickets are non-transferable.
Pets
Roble Shipping allows pets onboard for an extra fee if they are in secure cages and have a travel permit from the City Veterinary Office or Bureau of Animal Industry. Pets are kept in designated areas—usually the baggage section—and not in passenger accommodations. Passengers may accompany their pets in the baggage area, but emotional support animals are not permitted.
Pregnancy
Pregnant passengers under 28 weeks may travel on Roble Shipping with a valid medical certificate stating fitness for sea travel, the departure date, and a signed waiver. Those 29 weeks and beyond are not allowed. Passengers are responsible for the authenticity of the certificate, and Roble reserves the right to deny boarding for misrepresentation.
Unaccompanied Minors
Minors Traveling Alone: Must present a notarized parental or guardian consent letter, a copy of the parent/guardian’s valid ID, the minor’s valid ID (school ID, passport, or birth certificate), and the contact number of the parent/guardian.
Minors with a Companion: Must have a notarized travel consent letter from the parent or guardian indicating the minor’s name, the companion’s name, travel destination, and travel dates.
Sick Passengers
A medical clearance certificate is required for those with serious health conditions, such as recent surgery or ongoing chemotherapy.
Know Your Destinations
Cebu
Cebu, known as the Queen City of the South, is one of the most exciting travel destinations in the Philippines.

Frequently Asked Questions
Roble Shipping has weekly ferry trips between Cebu City and Tacloban, Leyte.
- From Cebu City to Tacloban, Leyte: Sunday, Tuesday, Friday
- From Tacloban, Leyte to Cebu City: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
The amenities for this trip include but are not limited to:
- Aircon
- Luggage storage
- Restroom
- Canteen
Cebu to Tacloban Schedule
| Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|
| NO MONDAY | |
| 08:00 PM (Tuesday) | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| NO WEDNESDAY | |
| NO THURSDAY | |
| 08:00 PM (Friday) | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| NO SATURDAY | |
| 08:00 PM (Sunday) | 01:00 AM (next day) |
Tacloban to Cebu Schedule
| Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|
| 08:00 PM (Monday) | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| NO TUESDAY | |
| 08:00 PM (Wednesday) | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| NO THURSDAY | |
| NO FRIDAY | |
| 08:00 PM (Saturday) | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| NO SUNDAY |
| Accommodation | Fare |
|---|---|
| Sitting | ₱750.00 |
| Economy (Upper and Lower) | ₱850.00 |
| Tourist (Lower) | ₱1000.00 |
| Tourist (Upper) | ₱1100.00 |
| Tourist Elite Premiere | ₱1200.00 |
| Ordinary Cabin | ₱2000.00 |
| Mabuhay Cabin | ₱2500.00 |
| VIP Cabin | ₱6000.00 |
| Mabuhay Cabin Suite and VIP | ₱7000.00 |
For more information, check out our Roble Shipping page.
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