Last updated on November 26th, 2023 at 07:04 pm
How to get from Butuan to Siargao Best Way – You can go by bus, van nad private transfer plus a ferry you can book online.
It takes around 3 hours travel time to get from Butuan to Surigao City where you will ride a ferry to Siargao, Dapa port. Click here to get a discount booking online activities in Siargao
Butuan to Siargao travel time will take around 6-7 hours the whole way since there is waiting time in the middle at the Ferry Terminal in Surigao. You can check the details below to get from Butuan to Siargao prices and schedule.
Read here how to get from Siargao Airport to General Luna and Siargao travel guide!
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WHERE TO STAY IN SIARGAO
For accommodation, a budget room would cost 1000 PHP ($20 USD). There are dorms starting from 600-800 PHP. You can also rent Airbnb for 1000 PHP in Siargao Island.
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HOW TO GET FROM BUTUAN TO SIARGAO
BUS PLUS FERRY FROM BUTUAN TO SIARGAO
If you want to get from Butuan to Siargao via Surigao. There are buses leaving every 1-2 hours from Butuan to Surigao. The fare FROM Butuan to Surigao will be around 210-250 PHP (depending regular bus or with air condition). And it will take less than 3 hours of travel time.
BUTUAN TO SURIGAO BY VAN
If you want to get from Butuan to Surigao by van. There are also a few daily vans. The travel time Butuan to Surigao by van is around two hours or 2 hours and a half. The price of the van is around 250 PHP.
The vans are leaving in front of the Bus Terminal in the market. They leave every 1-2 hours when they are full.
BUTUAN AIRPORT TO SURIGAO CITY
If you want to get from Butuan airport to Surigao City. There are vans in the airport that will take you to Surigao. The travel time from Butuan Airport to Surigao will be around 3 hours by van. It will cost 250 PHP per person to get to Gaisano Terminal.
SURIGAO BUS TERMINAL (GAISANO TERMINAL) TO FERRY TERMINAL (MACAPAGAL PORT)
Once in Surigao City Bus Terminal you have to ride a jeepney or a tricycle going to Macapagal Port. It’s only 4 kilometers away. Once in the port you have to ride a ferry going to Siargao Island.
There are multicabs going from Gaisano Terminal to Macapagal Port. Fare for the multicab is 10 PHP per person. If you go by tricycle the fare can be 100-150 PHP and it can fit 3-4 people. It will take only 10-15 minutes from the Bus Terminal to Surigao Ferry Terminal.
There are available ferry rides daily from Surigao City to Siargao Island. There are two choices for ferry the fast boats and the slower boats. Fast Boats is either a multi-level steel vessels of single level large bancas. Duration time would be four hours, fare would be around $10 USD in 2023. You can book online!
BUTUAN TO SIARGAO (VIA BUS SURIGAO AND FERRY)
FERRY SCHEDULE FROM SURIGAO TO SIARGAO
Check out the list of these companies all of them leaving from Eva Macapagal Terminal. Book Online In Advance
MV SEAN FERRY 2
Dapa (Siargao Island) to Surigao City – 6 AM and 1 PM Daily
Surigao City to Dapa (Siargao) – 10 AM and 3:30 PM Daily
Price 300 PHP Economy Class and Travel time 1 hour and a half.
This is the best option since you will get spend less time traveling!
ATLANTIS YOHAN EXPRESS
Dapa (Siargao Island) to Surigao City – 4:30 AM and 11:30 AM Daily
Surigao City to Dapa (Siargao) – 6 AM and 10:30 AM Daily
The price is 280 PHP with no aircon and 350 PHP with aircon travel time 2 hours and 25 minutes.
FORTUNE ANGEL 1
Dapa (Siargao Island) to Surigao City – 11 AM Daily
Surigao City to Dapa (Siargao) – 5:30 AM Daily
Prices 350 PHP with Aircon and with no aircon 280 PHP. And travel time 2 hours and 30 minutes.
FORTUNE ANGEL 2
Dapa (Siargao Island) to Surigao City – 5:30 AM Daily
Surigao City to Dapa (Siargao) – 11:30 AM Daily
Prices 350 PHP with Aircon and with no aircon 280 PHP. And travel time 2 hours and 30 minutes.
RORO MONTENEGRO LINES
Dapa (Siargao Island) to Surigao City – 5 AM and 11 AM Daily
Surigao City to Dapa (Siargao) – 6 AM and 10:30 AM Daily
Prices are 288 PHP travel time 4 hours.
The schedule going to Siargao usually is from Surigao is from 5 am to 1 pm. There are a few ferries of different companies. All of them are getting to Dapa Port in Siargao. From Fast Ferry, slow ferry to RoRo.
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GETTING TO GENERAL LUNA FROM DAPA PORT IN SIARGAO
Just walk outside to the terminal where you will find tricycles. You can share a tricycle 40 PHP each. The travel time from Dapa to General Luna is 30 minutes.
If you prefer a private tricycle will cost you 200-300 PHP from Dapa to General Luna.
WHERE TO STAY IN SIARGAO
AVOCADO TREE HOSTEL
Avocado Tree Hostel is located in General Luna and features a garden. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Both free WiFi and private parking are available on site. At the hostel, the rooms include a patio with a garden view.
Some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with an oven, a toaster and a fridge. All rooms will provide guests with a stove top. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. The area is popular for hiking, and bike rental is available at Avocado Tree Hostel. Single bed in their dormitory room rate starts at $12 a night!
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SALVACION HILLS GLAMPING
Perched on a quite hill in the Municipality of Salvacion in Pilar, 550 m from surf break, Salvacion Hills glamping features accommodations with views of the sea. The property has a shared fully equipped kitchen.
The tents at Salvacion Hills glamping are fitted with fans, a safety deposit box, and a terrace with outdoor furniture for guests relaxation. The units are also provided with access to the shared kitchen where they are free to cook their meals and the shared bathroom with shower and toilet. Each tent rate starts at $30 a night.
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SIARGAO RESORTS ON A LUXURY SIARGAO
LA LUNA ISLAND RESORT
LA LUNA ISLAND RESORT is offering accommodations in Catangnan. Siargao hotels in this area are great quality for this price. Just a few minutes from General Luna. Guests can use a garden. At the japanese-style business hotel, each room is equipped with a terrace.
The private bathroom is equipped with free toiletries. They have hammocks and direct view to the sea. Room rate starts at $100 a night!
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DENAVILLE RESORT
This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach. Denaville Resort is located in Santa Monica and has a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi.
Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while some rooms also feature a seating area. The resort has a terrace. Their double deluxe room rate starts at $80 a night!
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NAY PALAD SIARGAO
Located in General Luna in the Siargao Island Region, Nay Palad Resort offers luxurious accommodations equipped with an outdoor pool and a children’s playground. Rooms has terrace with either sea or garden views, the accommodations feature seating areas and an iPad in each room for guests’ convenience.
The private bathrooms in each unit offers high-pressure shower facilities, bathrobes and toiletries. With access to the private beach area, guests can enjoy complimentary sports and activities such as paddle boarding, kayaking, surfing, island hopping and cycling.
There are also billiards and table tennis facilities, a library, a games room and free massage services. There is an on-site restaurant which offers a special diet menu, and guests can also enjoy meals in the comfort of their rooms with room service. Alternatively, there is also a bar where guests can relax. Price can reach up to 150000 PHP for two night stay.
A funny story how we got invited to stay in Nay Palad! We were enjoying the beach in Malinao close by Nay Palad Resort. And we posted in our Instagram Stories @gamintraveler and the owner contacted us if we would love to go there. For sure we had so much fun taking pictures and enjoying all the comfort at Nay Palad!
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Hope it’s useful this travel guide to get from Butuan to Siargao via bus or van Surigao. Let us know in the comments below if there are changes in prices and schedule.
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About the Author: Ruben, co-founder of Gamintraveler.com since 2014, is a seasoned traveler from Spain who has explored over 100 countries since 2009. Known for his extensive travel adventures across South America, Europe, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and Africa, Ruben combines his passion for adventurous yet sustainable living with his love for cycling, highlighted by his remarkable 5-month bicycle journey from Spain to Norway. He currently resides in Spain, where he continues to share his travel experiences alongside his partner, Rachel, and their son, Han.