Travel Time
The estimated travel time between Puerto Princesa and El Nido is 6 hours.
Puerto Princesa Terminal:
Cherry Bus New Central Bus Terminal
El Nido Terminal:
Cherry Bus Terminal El Nido
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El Nido
El Nido, a tropical paradise in the northernmost part of Palawan, is one of the most breathtaking travel destinations in the Philippines
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The average travel time for the bus is 6 hours between Puerto Princesa and El Nido.
Cherry Bus has daily bus trips between Puerto Princesa and El Nido.
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.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Schedule
Departure Time | Arrival Time |
---|---|
07:00 AM (Economy Non-aircon) | 01:00 PM |
09:00 AM (Regular Aircon) | 03:00 PM |
11:00 AM (Lazyboy) | 05:00 PM |
01:00 PM (Regular Aircon) | 07:00 PM |
09:30 PM (Lazyboy) | 03:30 AM (next day) |
El Nido to Puerto Princesa Schedule
Departure Time | Arrival Time |
---|---|
07:00 AM (Economy Non-aircon) | 01:00 PM |
09:00 AM (Regular Aircon) | 03:00 PM |
11:00 AM (Lazyboy) | 05:00 PM |
01:00 PM (Regular Aircon) | 07:00 PM |
09:30 PM (Lazyboy) | 03:30 AM (next day) |
The ticket price for the bus fare depends on the accommodation. Through Cherry Bus, the minimum fare is ₱651.00 while the maximum fare is ₱998.00.
Accommodation | Fare |
---|---|
Economy Non-aircon | ₱651.00 |
Regular Aircon | ₱840.00 |
Lazyboy | ₱998.00 |
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 Cherry Bus 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 Cherry Bus, 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 Cherry Bus 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.

Cherry Bus
Bus Operator
Cherry Bus is a leading bus operator in Palawan, offering daily trips between Puerto Princesa and El Nido. With Economy, Regular, and Elite (lazy-boy) classes, they provide comfortable travel options with Wi-Fi, onboard toilets, and spacious seats. Known for reliability and comfort, Cherry Bus is a top choice for travelers exploring northern Palawan.
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