Planning to travel between Cebu and Tacloban by land and sea? One of the most convenient ways to reach Tacloban City from Cebu is by taking a direct bus service that combines a bus journey with a ferry crossing via Palompon, Leyte.
This route allows passengers to travel comfortably without having to cut trips.
Cebu to Tacloban Bus Schedule
The direct Cebu to Tacloban bus departs from Cebu North Bus Terminal, located beside SM City Cebu.
Schedule:
- Wednesday – 5:15 AM
- Friday – 5:15 AM
- Saturday – 5:15 AM
- Sunday – 5:15 AM
Tacloban to Cebu Bus Schedule
Passengers traveling from Tacloban back to Cebu can take the direct bus service on the following days:
Schedule:
- Monday – 2:00 AM
- Thursday – 2:00 AM
- Saturday – 2:00 AM
- Sunday – 2:00 AM
Cebu to Tacloban Route
The bus follows this route:
- Cebu North Bus Terminal (SM City Cebu)
- Polambato Port, Bogo City, Cebu
- Ferry crossing to Palompon Port, Leyte
- Tacloban City
The ferry segment is included in the journey, making travel more convenient for passengers.
Cebu to Tacloban Fare
The estimated passenger fare is:
- Around ₱1,000 per person (bus fare plus ferry fare)

