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How to Get from Manila to Lipa

How to Get from Manila to Lipa

Last updated: October 16, 2026
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Lipa is a city in Batangas province, south of Metro Manila. The usual way to get there is by intercity bus from the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), the main southern bus terminal of Metro Manila.

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Manila to Lipa by Bus

PITX lists Lipa City and Lipa via Tanauan among its Batangas routes, which leave from Gate 5 on the ground floor. Tickets for the Batangas routes are sold at ticket booth 4, which serves Ceres-Goldstar, ALPS, N. Dela Rosa Liner, DLTB and JAM Liner.[1] Check at the booth which of these companies runs the Lipa trip you want.

The PITX bus terminal in Parañaque
The PITX bus terminal in ParañaquePhoto: Judgefloro / Wikimedia Commons, CC0

Booking platforms list a 2x2 bus from Manila to Lipa with hourly departures from 05:00 to 19:00, a journey of about 2 hours and a fare of about $4 (October 2026).[2] Fares and times can change, and the booking platform does not say which Manila terminal each trip leaves from, so confirm the boarding point and the Lipa drop-off before you pay.

Comparing Your Options

ModeClassPrice (USD)Duration
Bus2x2About $4[2]About 2h[2]

Tips for Traveling from Manila to Lipa

  • Boarding point: Go to PITX with some time to spare to find the right booth and gate, since several bus companies share the Batangas routes.
  • Drop-off: Tell your accommodation or host where you will arrive in Lipa and ask which stop is closest to them.
  • Traffic: The trip can take longer in heavy traffic leaving Metro Manila, so allow a buffer if you have a connection.

Timetable

Pampanga - Manila More info / Tickets
Flight Pampanga - Manila $ 35.57–52.13 4h 44m – 1days 8h 59m
  • →  Economy 10:50, 18:50, 22:10
Manila - Lipa More info / Tickets
Bus Manila - Lipa $ 4.16 2h
  • →  2x2 05:00, 06:00, 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Manila to Lipa?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Manila to Lipa, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Manila to Lipa?

The bus. Booking platforms list a fare of about $4 for the 2x2 bus (October 2026).

Where do buses from Manila to Lipa leave?

PITX lists Lipa City and Lipa via Tanauan among the Batangas routes that leave from Gate 5. Tickets are sold at ticket booth 4.

How long does the bus from Manila to Lipa take?

Booking platforms list about 2 hours. Heavy traffic leaving Metro Manila can make it longer.

Which bus companies serve Lipa from PITX?

PITX lists Ceres-Goldstar, ALPS, N. Dela Rosa Liner, DLTB and JAM Liner at its Batangas ticket booth. Ask at the booth which of them runs the Lipa trip you want.

Do I need to book the bus in advance?

Booking platforms list departures every hour from 05:00 to 19:00, so you can usually travel at short notice. For a specific time or on a holiday weekend, buy your ticket earlier.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX): Transport. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
  2. [2] 12Go: Bus Manila - Lipa (12Go timetable). Retrieved October 15, 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.