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How to Get from Manila to Tuguegarao

Compare buses and flights from Manila to Tuguegarao: GV Florida and Five Star schedules, bus classes and the Cebu Pacific flight.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026

How to Get from Manila to Tuguegarao
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Leaving Metro Manila for the wide plains of the Cagayan Valley feels like a breath of fresh air. Tuguegarao is the gateway to northern Luzon, with the Callao Caves and the old churches of Cagayan close by. The road climbs through the mountain passes of Nueva Vizcaya before it opens up onto the valley floor. You can sleep through it on a night bus or skip it by air.

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Manila to Tuguegarao by Bus

The bus takes from about 10 hours, depending on traffic leaving Manila and the stops along the way.[1]

GV Florida

GV Florida serves Manila from its terminals in Sampaloc, Cubao and Kamias. From Sampaloc, buses to Tuguegarao leave from 02:00 to 22:15, and a bus leaves PITX at 19:30 via Ilagan.[2] Classes range from Ordinary (not air-conditioned) and Regular through Deluxe (with a restroom) and Executive Deluxe to Super Deluxe (2x1 seating, 29 seats, non-stop). The Sleeper has 35 bunk beds and runs non-stop from Manila to Tuguegarao.[3]

The PITX bus terminal building with a bus at the roadside
The PITX bus terminal building with a bus at the roadsidePhoto: Gdfrdymldo1999 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Five Star

Five Star buses leave Cubao for Tuguegarao at 03:00, 05:30, 08:00, 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 19:00 and 23:00.[4]

Manila to Tuguegarao by Flight

Philippine Airlines flies PR 2014 from Manila to Tuguegarao every day, leaving at 08:25 and landing at 09:25, a flight of 1 hour.[5] Cebu Pacific also flies to Tuguegarao, and its Manila flights depart from NAIA Terminal 3.[6] The flight replaces a night on the road with a short hop over the Sierra Madre. Typhoon season can disrupt flights to the north, so keep an eye on the forecast.

Comparing Your Options

ModeDeparts fromDuration
GV Florida busSampaloc, Cubao, Kamias, PITX[2]From about 10 h[1]
Five Star busCubao[4]From about 10 h[1]
Flight (Philippine Airlines)Manila[5]1 h[5]

Tips for Traveling from Manila to Tuguegarao

  • Book in advance: Night buses and the Sleeper sell out before weekends and holidays.
  • Prepare for the cold: Air conditioning on buses is often set very low. A hoodie or sarong is essential.
  • Night travel: An overnight bus saves a night's accommodation, and you arrive in the morning.
  • Snacks and water: Buses stop at roadside terminals with food stalls, but bring your own water and snacks for the long ride.
  • In Tuguegarao: Tricycles are the main way to get around the city and are cheap for short trips to your hotel.

Timetable

Manila - Tuguegarao More info / Tickets
Flight Manila - Tuguegarao $ 100.30–127.42 1h – 1h 15m
  • →  Economy 06:15, 08:25, 10:25, 12:55
Bus Manila - Tuguegarao $ 25.97–37.05 10h – 11h
  • →  First Class 07:00, 08:00, 11:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:15, 19:40, 20:15, 21:00, 21:30, 21:45, 22:30
  • →  Deluxe 03:30, 06:00, 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 20:00, 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 23:30
  • →  Regular AC 05:00, 12:00, 17:00, 20:00, 21:30, 23:30, 23:50
  • →  Royal Class 19:45, 21:15, 22:00

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Manila to Tuguegarao?

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

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

The bus. GV Florida runs an Ordinary class without air conditioning as well as air-conditioned classes, and fares depend on the class you choose.

What is the fastest way to get from Manila to Tuguegarao?

The flight. Philippine Airlines flies Manila to Tuguegarao in 1 hour, much shorter than the bus ride of about 10 hours or more.

How long does it take to get from Manila to Tuguegarao?

The bus takes from about 10 hours. The flight takes 1 hour.

Are there sleeper buses from Manila to Tuguegarao?

Yes. GV Florida runs a Sleeper with 35 bunk beds, non-stop from Manila to Tuguegarao.

Where do the buses depart from in Manila?

GV Florida buses leave from Sampaloc, Cubao and Kamias, and from PITX at 19:30. Five Star buses leave from Cubao.

Sources and background

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

  1. [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Manila - Tuguegarao. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
  2. [2] GV Florida Transport, Inc.: Trip schedules. Retrieved October 21, 2026.
  3. [3] GV Florida Transport, Inc.: Destinations and fare classes. Retrieved October 21, 2026.
  4. [4] Five Star Bus Company: Five Star Routes and Schedules. Retrieved October 21, 2026.
  5. [5] Philippine Airlines: Domestic Winter Timetable (October 25, 2026 - March 27, 2027, as of October 19, 2026). Retrieved October 26, 2026.
  6. [6] Cebu Pacific: Cebu Pacific Destinations, Airports, and Terminal Numbers. Retrieved October 15, 2026.

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