What is the cheapest way to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato?

The cheapest way to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato is to bus which costs ₱378 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato?

The fastest way to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs ₱1,500 - ₱2,200.

Is there a direct bus between General Santos Airport (GES) and Cotabato?

No, there is no direct bus from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato. However, there are services departing from General Santos Airport and arriving at Cotabato via Koronadal and Isulan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato?

The distance between General Santos Airport (GES) and Cotabato is 197 km. The road distance is 188.6 km.

How do I travel from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato without a car?

The best way to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs ₱378.

How long does it take to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato bus from?

General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato bus services, operated by Yellow Bus Line, depart from General Santos Airport station.

Where does the General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato bus arrive?

General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato bus services, operated by Yellow Bus Line, arrive at YBL Marbel Station.

Can I drive from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato?

Yes, the driving distance between General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato is 189 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato.

Where can I stay near Cotabato?

There are five+ hotels available in Cotabato.

General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from General Santos Airport (GES) to Cotabato by bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from General Santos Airport to YBL Marbel Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Koronadal to Isulanbus
3. Take the bus from Isulan to Cotabatobus
6h 40m
₱378
Drive 188.6 km
1. Drive from General-Santos-Airport-GES to Cotabatocar 188.6 km
3h 8m
₱1,508–2,178
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from General-Santos-Airport-GES to Cotabatotaxi 188.6 km
3h 8m
₱2,800–3,400

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Distance: 197.1 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between General Santos Airport (GES), Philippines and Cotabato, Philippines?

You can take a bus from General Santos Airport to Cotabato via YBL Marbel Station, Koronadal, and Isulan in around 6h 40m.

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