Cebu to Siargao Ferry
No direct ferry links Cebu to Siargao; passengers must take a ferry to Surigao City and transfer to a connecting ferry.
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Ultimate Cebu to Siargao Ferry Guide: Routes, Schedules & Fares
Embarking on the Cebu to Siargao ferry route offers an adventurous and scenic maritime journey from the Queen City of the South to the ultimate surfing capital of the Philippines. While direct flights exist, taking a ferry provides an affordable, highly scenic alternative for exploring the beautiful Visayas and Mindanao seascapes. Because a direct passenger vessel between Cebu and Siargao is currently unavailable, travelers seamlessly complete this trip via a two-leg route: first by booking a fast craft or overnight ferry from Cebu to Surigao City, followed by a quick connecting ferry directly from Surigao to Siargao. Utilize our comprehensive route guide to navigate these islands transit smoothly.
Siargao travel time
Understanding the Cebu to Siargao Travel Time
The total Cebu to Siargao travel time by sea is primarily determined by the types of vessels you choose for your transit. For the first leg, an overnight Cebu to Surigao ferry takes approximately 10 hours, while a high-speed fast craft slashes that travel time to just 5.5 hours. After reaching the Surigao City ferry terminal, the final ferry trip to Siargao Island requires an additional 1.5 hours of sea travel. To guarantee a completely stress-free island-hopping connection, passengers should budget a buffer of two to three hours at the port for boarding.
Siargao schedule
Cebu to Siargao Schedule — Via Surigao City
The Cebu-to-Surigao leg features a daily high-speed fast craft for daytime transit and a standard RORO ferry for overnight travel. An additional overnight RORO vessel operates every Sunday to accommodate weekend travelers. For the next leg, the connecting Surigao to Siargao route offers six daily ferry trips operating from morning until afternoon. The return itinerary follows a similar schedule pattern, though both vessel type options out of Surigao operate as daytime connections back to Cebu.
| Route | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Cebu – Surigao | 07:00, 21:00, 20:00 (Sun) |
| Surigao – Siargao | 04:30, 05:00, 06:00, 10:00, 14:45, 15:30 |
| Siargao – Surigao | 06:00, 08:30, 11:30, 13:00, 14:45 |
| Surigao – Cebu | 09:00, 13:00 |
Siargao Operators
Cebu to Siargao — Day & Overnight Ferry Operators
Completing the sea route from Cebu to Siargao involves booking with a specific network of maritime operators across a two-part transit. For the initial leg, Starlite Ferries services the overnight departures out of the Cebu City pier, while OceanJet deploys high-speed fast crafts for daytime travelers. For the secondary Surigao to Siargao transit, a fleet of local fast crafts and ferries—including Evaristo & Sons, Siargao Adventures, Vince Gabriel, and Romans Road Shipping—runs frequent connections from morning until afternoon.
| ferry | Class |
|---|---|
| OceanJet | Tourist & Business |
| Starlite Ferries | Reclining Seats, Economy & Tourist Bed |
| Evaristo & Sons | Tourist & Business |
| Siargao Adventures | Standard Class |
| Vince Gabriel | Standard Class |
| Romans Road Shipping | Aircon |
Siargao fare
Breaking Down the Cebu to Siargao Fare and Ticket Classes
The complete Cebu to Siargao fare is calculated by adding the ticket costs of your two connecting ferry rides. Starlite Ferries charges a base rate of around ₱1,800 for reclining seats on the primary leg, alongside premium options like air-conditioned Tourist Beds. If you are rolling on a vehicle, a tricycle transit option is available for ₱6,120 with Economy Beds. The secondary fast craft from Surigao to Siargao costs between ₱540 and ₱840, ensuring this sea route remains a budget-friendly alternative to flying.
| Operator | Fare * |
|---|---|
| Oceanjet | ₱3,180 – ₱4,500 |
| Starlite Ferries | ₱1,800 – ₱2,220 |
| Evaristo & Sons | ₱780 – ₱840 |
| Siargao Adventures | ₱540 |
| Vince Gabriel | ₱600 |
| Romans Road Shipping | ₱660 |
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