How to Get from Baguio to Quezon City
Travel from Baguio to Quezon City by Victory Liner bus to Cubao (5 to 6 hours) or by private transfer, with departure times and fares.
Last updated: November 12, 2026
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The road from Baguio to Quezon City leaves the cool pines of the Cordillera behind and drops into the plains of Central Luzon, mostly on the TPLEX and SCTEX expressways. You exchange the artists' hangouts of the Summer Capital for the busy commercial heart of Quezon City.
Baguio to Quezon City by Bus
Victory Liner runs from the Gov Pack Road Terminal in Baguio to Cubao, in Quezon City, 3 times a day at 02:10, 07:40 and 16:15. The ride takes 5 to 6 hours.[1] Fares between Manila and Baguio are ₱750 in First Class and ₱850 in Deluxe.[2]
Baguio to Quezon City by Private Transfer
A private car picks you up at your hotel in Baguio and drops you at your address in Quezon City. On booking platforms, prices start at about $133 and go up to about $265 depending on the vehicle (November 2026). The drive takes from about 4 hours, longer when traffic builds up.[3] Sedans suit 2 or 3 travellers, SUVs and minivans suit families, and a van is cheapest per person for a larger group.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price | Duration |
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| Bus to Cubao (Victory Liner) | ₱750 First Class, ₱850 Deluxe[2] | 5 to 6 hours[1] |
| Private transfer | About $133 to $265[3] | From about 4h[3] |
Tips for Traveling from Baguio to Quezon City
- Book early: Baguio is busy at weekends, on holidays and during the Panagbenga Festival, and seats go quickly.
- Prepare for the cold: Bus air conditioning is freezing, even when Manila is hot. Keep a jacket handy.
- Time your arrival: Quezon City traffic is heavy in the mid-morning. Arriving very early or late at night is easier.
- Carry small notes: Small pesos help for snacks and terminal fees.
Timetable
| Bus Baguio - Manila $ 13.03–31.78 5h 59m – 6h 55m | |
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| Taxi Baguio - Manila $ 131.76–263.59 4h – 4h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Baguio to Quezon City, including current prices and schedules.
The bus. Victory Liner charges ₱750 for First Class and ₱850 for Deluxe between Manila and Baguio.
A private transfer, from about 4 hours, because it avoids terminal stops.
The bus takes 5 to 6 hours, and a private transfer takes from about 4 hours.
Victory Liner buses to Cubao leave from the Gov Pack Road Terminal at 02:10, 07:40 and 16:15.
Yes. Victory Liner leaves Baguio at 02:10 and also runs evening services to Pasay at 18:10 and 20:10.
Yes. Vans are available for larger groups and are usually the cheapest option per person.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Victory Liner: Victory Liner Bus Schedules - Departure Times & Routes. Retrieved November 12, 2026.
- [2] Victory Liner: Victory Liner Bus Fares - Ticket Prices & Rates. Retrieved November 12, 2026.
- [3] 12Go: 12Go Timetable: Baguio - Quezon City. Retrieved November 12, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.