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2025 Dumaguete to Dapitan and vice versa: Lite Ferries Schedule & Fares

RORO
6 hours
₱610.00 ~ ₱720.00

Trip Summary

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Lite Ferries has weekly ferry boat trips between Dumaguete and Dapitan. The travel time is around 6 hours. The ticket price for the passenger fare is from ₱610.00 to ₱720.00 depending on the accommodation but only if there are options to choose from. The ferry type for this route is a RORO.

Travel Time

The estimated travel time between Dumaguete and Dapitan is 6 hours.

Dumaguete Terminal:

Dumaguete Port

Dapitan Terminal:

Dapitan Port

Additional Information

Key Policies:

Valid ID: All passengers must present a valid government-issued ID upon boarding.
Solo Travel: Passengers under 17 years old are not allowed to travel alone.
Sick Passengers: A medical certificate is required for passengers with health conditions, confirming they are fit to travel.
Refusal of Boarding: Lite Ferries may deny boarding to individuals who pose a safety or health risk to other passengers or the vessel.
Unfinished Voyages: In case of interrupted trips, Lite Ferries may transport passengers to their destination at its discretion or provide a refund.
Round Trip Tickets: Return trips must be booked in advance through the head office, branch, or agency.
Ticket Cancellations: Cancellations requested more than 72 hours before departure are eligible for a 50% refund, excluding fees, with a photocopy of a valid ID required.
Discounts: Discounts are available for infants (0–2), children (3–11), students, and senior citizens upon presentation of valid IDs.
Advance Booking: Tickets can be booked up to 15 days in advance of the travel date.
Boarding Time: Passengers must arrive at least one hour before departure; boarding gates close 30 minutes before sailing.

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Contact Information

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The average travel time for the ferry is 6 hours between Dumaguete and Dapitan.

Lite Ferries has weekly ferry trips between Dumaguete and Dapitan.

  • From Dumaguete to Dapitan: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
  • From Dapitan to Dumaguete: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

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

Dumaguete to Dapitan Schedule

Departure Time Arrival Time
NO MONDAY
1:00 AM (Tuesday)7:00 AM
NO WEDNESDAY
1:00 AM (Thursday)7:00 AM
NO FRIDAY
1:00 AM (Saturday)7:00 AM
NO SUNDAY

Dapitan to Dumaguete Schedule

Departure TimeArrival Time
NO MONDAY
1:00 PM (Tuesday)7:00 PM
NO WEDNESDAY
1:00 PM (Thursday)7:00 PM
NO FRIDAY
1:00 PM (Saturday)7:00 PM
NO SUNDAY

The ticket price for the ferry fare depends on the accommodation. Through Lite Ferries, the minimum fare is ₱610.00 while the maximum fare is ₱720.00.

AccommodationFare
Standard₱610.00
Tourist₱720.00

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 Lite Ferries to get a more accurate percentage. You may also need to provide proof of identification or document to get the discount.

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 passengers bringing their own vehicles.

You can either book online for your tickets, at one of their satellite ticketing offices of Lite Ferries, 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 Lite Ferries page.

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.

Lite Ferries

Lite Ferries

Ferry Operator

Lite Ferries, officially known as Lite Shipping Corporation, is one of the leading shipping companies in the Philippines, offering safe, reliable, and affordable passenger and cargo services. Lite Ferries connects travelers to various destinations, including Cebu, Tagbilaran City (Bohol), Tubigon (Bohol), Ormoc, Cagayan de Oro, Jagna (Bohol), Larena (Siquijor), Plaridel, and Dipolog.