I’ve been to Puerto Galera many times. Just like any other traveler, if you’re looking for a beach and island getaway near Manila that includes land and sea travel, Puerto Galera is the top choice.
The first time, I traveled to Puerto Galera was when we booked in a beach resort near Muelle BayArea. That time we traveled via boat.
Boats are safe because they are huge and also comply with the authorities. But right now, there are more options going to Puerto Galera from Batangas port. You can go there via the fast craft which is the recommended one, or RORO.
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In this post, we will share with you all the options going to Puerto Galera by sea. Plus, we’ll also provide you some needed info to travel to Batangas from Manila by bus. Please see below details.
MANILA TO BATANGAS BY BUS
AM Liner Inc and ALPS are just some of the bus companies that have direct trips to Batangas pier. These are the most convenient and affordable way of traveling to Batangas. To get all the complete details like schedule and rates of these bus companies are share in this blog post – How to go from Manila to Batangas by bus.
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Starlite Ferries: Batangas to Puerto Galera
Starlite ferries have trips from Batangas to Puerto Galera and vice versa. In the past, they only have two trips via Economy Class (Roro), but now, they also offer a fast craft going which is only one-hour travel time, unlike the usual 2 hours. Please see below schedule and rates.
The first trip is as early as 7:15 AM and the last trip is at 6:00 PM.
| Route | Ferry | Departure | Travel Time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Fast Craft | 7:15 AM | 1 Hour | P 400 |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Economy Class | 10:00 AM | 2 Hours | P 225 |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Fast Craft | 3:00 PM | 1 Hour | P 400 |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Economy Class | 6:00 PM | 2 Hours | P 225 |
Puerto Galera to Batangas Schedule
| Route | Ferry | Departure | Travel Time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Economy Class | 5:00 AM | 2 Hours | P 225 |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Fastcraft | 9:00 AM | 1 Hour | P 400 |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Fastcraft | 1:00 PM | 1 Hour | P 400 |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Economy Class | 3:00 PM | 2 Hours | P 225 |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Fastcraft | 3:30 PM | 1 Hour | P 400 |
Book Tickets Online
Skip the stress of lining up at the terminal to buy tickets, because you can now buy tickets in advance online. CHECK TICKETS HERE.
You may also use the search form below.
Fare of Starlite Ferries
Below are the rates of Economy Class for Regular rates, students, Senior Citizens, Child, and Infant. We weren’t able to get some breakdown of the rates for fastcraft. No available details on their website, but proper discounts are provided.
| Passenger | Fare |
|---|---|
| Regular | PHP 225 |
| Student | PHP 180 |
| Senior Citizen | PHP 160 |
| Child (4 -11) | PHP 112 |
| Infant (0-3) | PHP 25 |
| Regular (Fastcraft) | PHP 400 |
Below are the rates for the RORO service of Starlite Ferries. This only applies for the Economy Class as passengers can also transport their vehicles. Please see below details.
Motorcycle – 600
2 to 2.9 m – 800
3 to 5.9 m – 1,300.00
6 to 6.9 m – 1,850.00
7 to 7.9 m – 2,150.00
8 to 8.9 m – 2,450.00
9 to 9.9 m – 2,700.00
10 to 10.9 m – 2,950.00
11 to 11.9 m – 3,250.00
12 to 12.9 m – 3,500.00
13 to 13.9 m – 3,800.00
14 to 14.9m – 4,050.00
Container Van
20 footer – 5,400.00
40 footer – 9,150.00
Heavy Equipment
Small – 9,500.00
Medium – 10,500.00
Large – 11,500.00
Starlite Ferries Contact
Rizal Avenue Corner P. Dandan St. Batangas City
+63 (043) 723 9965
Hotline Operating Hours:
Monday to Thursday – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
info@starliteferries.com
Montenegro Lines: Batangas to Puerto Galera
Montenegro Line is another company that has 6 daily trips from Batangas to Puerto Galera and vice versa. Travel time is about 1 hour. Below are the schedules.
| Route | Departure | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | 6:00 AM | 1 Hour |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | 10:00 AM | 1 Hour |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | 2:00 PM | 1 Hour |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | 8:00 AM | 1 Hour |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | 12:00 NN | 1 Hour |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | 4:00 PM | 1 Hour |
Rates and Fare
Below are the rates and discounts for students, and senior citizens, etc.
Passenger – PHP 340
Student – PHP 289
Senior Citizen – PHP 243
Children PHP 170
Montenegro Lines Contact Details
Along Diversion Road, Bolbok
4200, Batangas City
(043) 723-6980
info@montenegrolines.com.ph
Island Water: Batangas to Puerto Galera
Another company that is currently making waves in the transport industry is Island Water with daily trips from Batangas to Balatero in Puerto Galera in Oriental Mindoro.
Island Water is operating 2 ships for this route – Island Biri and Island Calaguas. Travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Below are the schedules.
| Route | Ship | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Calaguas | 6:30 AM |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Calaguas | 2:45 PM |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Calaguas | 6:15 PM |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Biri | 5:45 AM |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Biri | 9:00 AM |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Biri | 12:15 PM |
| Batangas to Puerto Galera | Island Biri | 4:15 PM |
Puerto Galera to Batangas Schedule
| Route | Ship | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Calaguas | 4:45 AM |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Calaguas | 12:45 PM |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Calaguas | 4:30 PM |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Biri | 7:30 AM |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Biri | 10:30 AM |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Biri | 2:00 PM |
| Puerto Galera to Batangas | Island Biri | 5:25 PM |
Fare and Rates
The fare will depend on the type of accommodation that you’ll choose. Island Calaguas had Tourist Accommodation, while in Island Biri, you have the option to choose for either Tourist or VIP.
The VIP passengers will get unlimited coffee, water, and one pastry. All fares are inclusive of 15 kilograms weight of luggage. If you exceed this limit, there will be an additional charge.
| Passenger | Tourist | VIP |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | P 320 | P 500 |
| Senior Citizen/PWD | P 229 | P 400 |
| Student | P 256 | P 358 |
| Children (4-11) | P 160 | P 250 |
| Children (0-3) | Free | Free |
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