Schedule of bus trips from Cebu to Dumaguete and from Dumaguete City to Cebu City in the Philippines.
Going to Dumaguete from Cebu or the other way around is quite easy. Just hop on a Ceres Bus at the Cebu South Terminal and after around 6 hours, you should be in Dumaguete City. Pretty easy, right?

How to get to Dumaguete from Cebu?
The fastest and most convenient way to travel between Cebu and Dumaguete is by taking a flight. If you book in advance, it might be cheaper to take a plane rather than a ferry. For budget travelers, the best option is by taking a combination of bus and ferry. Check out the fare difference and travel time below. Please note that the fare listed is just an estimate and may change depending on your travel date.
| Transport Mode | Travel Time | Costs | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 1 hour | Php1,500+ | Check flights |
| Ferry via Tagbilaran | 5 hours | Php1,630 | Check ferry tickets |
| Bus+Ferry | 6 hours | Php330 | See schedule below |
Ceres Bus Cebu to Dumaguete Schedule
Travel time is around 6 hours and the fare is P330 (P260 for the bus and P70 for the ferry).
Cebu to Dumaguete Bus Schedule via Ceres
- 6:00 am
- 7:00 am
- 8:00 am
- 9:00 am
- 10:00 am
- 11:00 am
- 12:00 nn
- 1:00 pm
- 2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
- 5:00 pm
- 11:00 pm
Dumaguete to Cebu Bus Schedule via Ceres
Departure from Dumaguete City
- 3:00 am
- 4:00 am
- 5:00 am
- 6:00 am
- 7:00 am
- 8:00 am
- 9:00 am
- 10:00 am
- 11:00 am
- 12:00 nn
- 2:00 pm
- 10:30 pm

Have you tried taking this bus service? How was your experience? Please let us know in the comment section below. Please take note that the schedule may change without prior notice, if you see any changes, please let us know to help our fellow travelers get the most accurate schedule. Thanks!
If you are traveling on a tight schedule, we highly recommend that you call the bus company to confirm the trip. Have a safe journey!
WATCH: Ferry Crossing from Liloan, Cebu to Sibulan, Negros Oriental (Cebu to Dumaguete)
Tourist Attractions in Dumaguete City and Nearby Towns
- Silliman University Campus
- Rizal Boulevard
- Catherine of Alexandria Church
- Pulang Bato Falls
- Manjuyod Sandbar
- Tabalong Mangrove Park & Bird Sanctuary
- Twin Lakes Balinsasayao
- Casaroro Falls
- Apo Island

Top Tourist Attractions in Cebu Province
- Magellan’s Cross
- Simala Shrine
- Taoist Temple
- Taboan Public Market
- Museo Sugbo
- Fort San Pedro
- Lapu-lapu Shrine
- Oslob Whale Shark Watching
- Alegre Guitar Factory
- Bantayan island
- Canyoning / Canyoneering in Badian / Kawasan Falls
Where to stay in Cebu?
Recommended budget hotels to stay in Cebu City. Please click the name of the hotel below to check the rates and availability.
Recommended hotels to stay in Dumaguete City
Please click the name of the hotel below to check the rates and availability.
- Islands Leisure Boutique Hotel & Spa
- Go Hotels Dumaguete
- Hotel Camila Dumaguete
- The Flying Fish Hostel Dumaguete
- TipTop Tower Suite Inn
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Glen Nomad is a travel blogger and the founder of Escape Manila, one of the top travel blogs in the Philippines. He has visited all 82 provinces in the Philippines and has explored 53 countries across Asia, North & South America, East Africa, Europe, and Australia. Follow him on IG at @escapemanila

