How to get from Manila to Banaue by Bus

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 10:32 pm

We will write how to get from Manila to Banaue by bus in this blog post from Manila, Clark by bus and also by airplane. Yes!!! Now it’s possible to get to Banaue by airplane from Manila and Clark International Airport.

Banaue Rice terraces in Ifugao Province is one of the places to visit in the Philippines. If you look in the map, Banaue isn’t very far from Manila and Angeles City. Technically, it is close. But in reality, if you want to go by public transportation, it isn’t so easy, like in the map.

Banuae is located in Ifugao Province. It was declared UNESCO Site in the list. Landscapes are amazing and we already wrote things to do in Banaue. There are a few places that you can’t miss like Batad and Hapao Rice terraces.

Read here where to stay in Banaue and Maligcong Rice Terraces!!

Best Time to visit Banaue

If you’re going to Banaue you should know that December to March aren’t the best months to visit the rice terraces as the land appears barren at this time of the year. April to May is a good time to visit the North since it’s summer in the Philippines and you will need to seek refuge in the country’s cooler areas. However, June to November is the best time to visit Banaue if you want to see the rice terraces in their lushest and most beautiful state.

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How to get from Manila to Banaue

How to get from Manila to Banaue by Flight

Is possible to get to Banaue by plane? There are flights coming from Manila with Cebu Pacific and from Clark International Airport with Philippine Airlines to Cauayan Airport which is 3 hours van ride from Banaue. There are daily flights from Manila to Cauayan early morning with Cebu Pacific.

It will take 1 hour 30 minutes and it will cost around 2000 PHP one way. Maybe in low season will be 3 weekly flights from Manila and not daily. From Clark there are 3 weekly flights to Cauayan. It will take an hour and prices are around 1700 PHP for one way.

Next May 2019 AirSwift will offer a flight from Clark to Bagabag Airport in Nueva Vizcaya which is only 40 minutes driving to Banaue. There are only 31 passengers. So you will have to book in advance! From Bagabag airport you have to go to Lagawe by public transportation. And from Lagawe you can ride a jeepney to Banaue.

Once you are in Cauayan Airport you have to ride a 3 hours van on the way to Banaue. There are private vans going to Banaue or you can get a bus to Santiago City. From Santiago City a bus to Banaue if you want to save money.

Another option from Cauayan Airport to Banaue is a bus to Bagabag, later a jeepney to Lagawe. And from Lagawe to Banaue another jeepney. The problem the whole journey will take around 5-6 hours. And it will cost 200 PHP. So finally you will not save so much time. But it can be a great option if you want to explore small villages since the landscape is amazing around the area.

How to get to from Manila Banaue by Bus

If you want to get from Manila to Banaue by bus. We took a direct bus from Cubao in Manila to Banaue. The night bus Manila to Banaue was comfortable enough. The bus departure is from 8pm to 10 pm from Manila and it will get to Banaue around 5-6 am. Prices are around 600-700 PHP. We chose Coda Lines and but you can also choose Ohayami Bus.

Click here to book online bus Manila to Banaue!

You will save accommodation taking a night bus and make sure you are bringing blankets since it’s cold with the air condition bus.

How to get to Banue from Angeles City by Bus

From Clark you have to go to Dau Bus Terminal and get the bus going to Tuguegarao. Just buy the ticket until Bagabag. From Bagabag take the jeepney or bus going to Banaue. The best option is the bus leaving at 11 pm only available Friday and Saturday. You will get Bagabag around 5 am and from there around 3 hours to Banaue.

How to get to Banaue from Baguio

There are buses going from Baguio to Banaue. It will take around 7-8 hours to reach Banaue from Bagui. It will be great if you get the night bus.

How to get to Banaue from Sagada

From Sagada to Banaue you have to get a jeepney to Bontoc around 45 minutes ride and 50 PHP. From Bontoc there are vans going to Banaue from 8 am to 1 pm. Make sure you are on time! The trip from Bontoc to Banaue will take 2 hours and prices are around 170 PHP per person.

Read here full blog post how to get from Banaue to Sagada.

How to get to Banaue from Batad Rice Terraces 

There are jeepneys going from Banue to Batad. It will take around one hour and it costs 150 PHP. There is an enviromenta fee in Batad 50 PHP. Once you leave the jeepney there is 20 minutes hike to Batad Rice terraces. The hike is easy and you can join a tour or hire a guide. You can also go on your own!

There are only two daily jeepneys leaving from the public market in Banaue. If you miss the jeepney you can go by tricycle and it will cost you around 500 PHP.

You can decide to stay in Batad overnight or going back to Banaue town. If you go early morning going to Batad from Banaue at 9 am you will have enough time to come back around 3 pm to Banaue.

There are usually tricycles around, you just need to wait for them or ask locals where to get one around. Another choice that you have is hitchhiking which is always working in these kinds of places, where there are no fixed schedules, and local transportation end very early. We tried once, since we missed the jeepney and we couldn’t find any tricycle to go to the city at that time. And we got a truck, amazing ride around Banaue! Since we were going of the back of the truck, we had an open amazing views of the rice terraces in Banaue.

Where to Stay in Banaue

There are plenty of lodges, inns and homestays in the area as well starting from 500-700 PHP per a room. You can get mid budget accommodation for $20-40 USD and luxury can be starting from $50 USD. You can also find Airbnb around $15 USD per a room in Banaue.

NATIVE VILLAGE INN

Our choice for staying in Banaue was Native Village Inn. The place is 9 kilometers far from Banaue in Uhaj. You can get there by jeepney 20 PHP or tricycle from Banaue 100 PHP. The views are amazing, you can observe the rice terraces during the whole day, while having breakfast, while walking around. You will not get tired to take pictures and look this amazing view.

There are 7 cottages, so the place is very quiet. The area is very green and you will get everything that you need in the cottage. A bed, light and a few plugs for a local accommodation. We enjoyed so much our breakfasts with a view.

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SLEEP IN A TRANSIENT

Transient houses are the usual choices for accommodation in Banaue and Batad. Prices start from 500-700 pesos ($10-15) for a room. It depends if you want private or common bathroom. In these local and remote places, you realize how nice Filipino people are. They allowed us to extend our check out until we get our night bus back home without adding any cost. We can 100% recommend them for you guys. Here are our top picks.

WHERE TO STAY IN BANAUE – TRANSIENT HOUSES

BALEH BOBLE GUESTHOUSE

Surrounded by lush greens in Banaue, Baleh Boble Guesthouse serves accommodation with a patio. Guests can take their time and relax in the property’s garden. Also, some units actually have a terrace and/or balcony. A room with 3 single beds including a continental breakfast only cost about $45 USD per night.

Baleh Boble Guesthouse can be found at Napitang Tam-an, 3601 Banaue.

Click here to check their availability and book your stay!

RICE HOMESTAY

Rice Homestay prides itself for the value they give to their guests. They have free private parking, private bathroom with hot shower and toilet. Going in to the bus terminal? They also have free shuttle service at the property. A deluxe double room shower only costs about $44 USD per night.The relaxing ambiance of the place also leaves an impact to the guests.

Rice Homestay is located at Batunbinongle Bocos Banaue Ifugao, 3601 Banaue.

Click here to check their availability and book your stay!

If you want to sign up for Airbnb, we give you $30 USD credit with your first booking!

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Hope it’s useful this guide how to get to Banaue. If you have any questions or suggestions leave us a comment below.

Happy Travels!