What is the cheapest way to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan?

The cheapest way to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan is to bus and bus and ferry which costs ₱850 - ₱1,200 and takes 15h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan?

The fastest way to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs ₱2,200 - ₱3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Cotabato City and Dapitan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cotabato City to Dapitan. However, there are services departing from Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato and arriving at Dapitan via Bulua, Cagayan de Oro and Ozamiz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 12m.

How far is it from Cotabato City to Dapitan?

The distance between Cotabato City and Dapitan is 506 km. The road distance is 279.8 km.

How do I travel from Cotabato City to Dapitan without a car?

The best way to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan without a car is to bus and bus and ferry which takes 15h 12m and costs ₱850 - ₱1,200.

How long does it take to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan?

It takes approximately 15h 12m to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotabato City to Dapitan bus from?

Cotabato City to Dapitan bus services, operated by RTMI (Rural Transit Mindanao, Incorporated), depart from Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato station.

Where does the Cotabato City to Dapitan bus arrive?

Cotabato City to Dapitan bus services, operated by RTMI (Rural Transit Mindanao, Incorporated), arrive at Bulua, Cagayan de Oro station.

Can I drive from Cotabato City to Dapitan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotabato City to Dapitan is 280 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Cotabato City to Dapitan.

Where can I stay near Dapitan?

There are 80+ hotels available in Dapitan.

Cotabato City to Dapitan - 3 ways to travel via bus, bus and ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cotabato City to Dapitan by bus, busferry, car, or taxi

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Bus, bus and ferry
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1. Take the bus from Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato to Bulua, Cagayan de Orobus
2. Take the busferry from Bulua, Cagayan de Oro to Ozamizbusferry
3. Take the bus from Ozamiz to Dapitanbus
15h 12m
₱887–1,112
Drive 279.8 km
1. Drive from Cotabato City to Dapitancar 279.8 km
5h 8m
₱2,230–3,220
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cotabato City to Dapitantaxi 279.8 km
5h 8m
₱4,200–5,000

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Distance: 506.2 km
Duration: 15h 12m

What companies run services between Cotabato City, Philippines and Dapitan, Philippines?

There is no direct connection from Cotabato City to Dapitan. However, you can take the bus to Bulua, Cagayan de Oro, walk to Bulua, Cagayan de Oro, take the vehicle to Ozamiz, walk to Ozamiz, then take the bus to Dapitan. Alternatively, you can drive from Cotabato City to Dapitan in around 5h 8m.

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