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

The cheapest way to get from Dapitan to Cotabato is to bus and bus and ferry which costs ₱850 - ₱1,200 and takes 15h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dapitan to Cotabato is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs ₱2,200 - ₱3,200.

Is there a direct bus between Dapitan and Cotabato?

No, there is no direct bus from Dapitan to Cotabato. However, there are services departing from Dapitan and arriving at Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato via Ozamiz and Bulua, Cagayan de Oro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 13m.

How far is it from Dapitan to Cotabato?

The distance between Dapitan and Cotabato is 506 km. The road distance is 279.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dapitan to Cotabato without a car is to bus and bus and ferry which takes 15h 13m and costs ₱850 - ₱1,200.

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

It takes approximately 15h 13m to get from Dapitan to Cotabato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dapitan to Cotabato bus from?

Dapitan to Cotabato bus services, operated by Local Bus Philippines, depart from Dapitan station.

Where does the Dapitan to Cotabato bus arrive?

Dapitan to Cotabato bus services, operated by Local Bus Philippines, arrive at Ozamiz station.

Can I drive from Dapitan to Cotabato?

Yes, the driving distance between Dapitan to Cotabato is 280 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Dapitan to Cotabato.

Where can I stay near Cotabato?

There are five+ hotels available in Cotabato.

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

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

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Bus, bus and ferry
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1. Take the bus from Dapitan to Ozamizbus
2. Take the busferry from Ozamiz to Bulua, Cagayan de Orobusferry
3. Take the bus from Bulua, Cagayan de Oro to Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabatobus
15h 13m
₱880–1,120
Drive 279.7 km
1. Drive from Dapitan to Cotabatocar 279.7 km
5h 7m
₱2,208–3,188
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dapitan to Cotabatotaxi 279.7 km
5h 7m
₱4,200–5,000

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Distance: 506.2 km
Duration: 15h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Dapitan to Cotabato. However, you can take the bus to Ozamiz, walk to Ozamiz, take the vehicle to Bulua, Cagayan de Oro, walk to Bulua, Cagayan de Oro, then take the bus to Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato. Alternatively, you can drive from Dapitan to Cotabato in around 5h 7m.

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