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28 h 36 min
1605 km.
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Metro Manila, Philippines → Cotabato, Philippines

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Metro Manila to Cotabato

Cheapest
28 h 36 min
Car
1605 km.
from $88
Other
21 h 56 min
Ferry
888 km.
from $195.41
43 h 58 min
888 km.
from $78.26
26 h 5 min
Ferry, Bus, Taxi
888 km.
from $181.24
40 h 54 min
Ferry, Bus
888 km.
from $112.67
2 d 4 h
Ferry, Bus via Ozamiz City, Ferry, Bus via Ozamiz City
888 km.
from $80.91

Transport providers

Airlines

Philippine Airlines

Website:
philippineairlines.com
Plane from Manila International Airport to Awang
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$242.09

Bus operators

RTMI (Rural Transit Mindanao, Incorporated)

Phone:
+63 88 858 5887
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/rtmipage/
Bus from Zamboanga to Kapatagan
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$22.93
Bus from Bulua, Cagayan de Oro to Mindanao
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.84–$16.56
Bus from Ozamiz to Bulua,
Ave. Duration:
5h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.80–$9.56

Mindanao Star Bus Transport

Website:
facebook.com/msbti/
Bus from Davao City Ecoland Bus Terminal to Cotabato
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$11.47

Bachelor Express

Phone:
244-0637
Website:
facebook.com/bachelorexpressbutuanbranch
Bus from Tacloban to Davao
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$24.21

DLTB Bus

Phone:
+63 (2) 227 1933
Email:
Website:
dltbbus.com.ph
Bus from DLTB GMA Kamuning to Tacloban
Ave. Duration:
21h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$44.60

Philtranco

Phone:
(632) 851-8077 to 79
Email:
Website:
philtranco.net/
Bus from Philtranco Pasay to Davao
Ave. Duration:
45h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.87–$63.71

Other operators

2 GO Travel

Phone:
(+63 2) 85287000
Email:
Website:
travel.2go.com.ph
Other from Manila to Zamboanga
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$59.88–$101.93
Other from Manila to Cagayan
Ave. Duration:
34h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$59.88–$108.30
Other from Manila North Harbor Pier 4 to Ozamis
Ave. Duration:
39h 31m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$59.88–$101.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato?

The cheapest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato is to bus and ferry and bus which costs $45.65 - $70.65 and takes 2 days 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato?

The fastest way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $32.61 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Metro Manila (State) and Cotabato?

No, there is no direct bus from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato. However, there are services departing from Kalayaan Ave / Elliptical Rd Intersection, Quezon City, Manila and arriving at Cotabato via DLTB GMA Kamuning, Tacloban and Davao City Ecoland Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 58m.

Is there a direct flight between Metro Manila (State) and Cotabato?

Yes, there are direct flights between Metro Manila (State) and Cotabato; these take 1h 45m and cost $29.35 - $217.39 .

How far is it from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato?

The distance between Metro Manila (State) and Cotabato is 928 km.

How do I travel from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato without a car?

The best way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato without a car is to bus which takes 43h 58m and costs $43.48 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato bus from?

Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato bus services, operated by DLTB Bus, depart from DLTB GMA Kamuning station.

Bus or fly from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato?

The best way to get from Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $32.61 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $70.65 and takes 43h 58m.

Where does the Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato bus arrive?

Metro Manila (State) to Cotabato bus services, operated by DLTB Bus, arrive at Tacloban station.

Where can I stay near Cotabato?

There are five+ hotels available in Cotabato. Prices start at $19.82 per night.
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