What is the cheapest way to get from Makati to Santo Tomas?

The cheapest way to get from Makati to Santo Tomas is to train and bus which costs ₱70 - ₱110 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Makati to Santo Tomas?

The fastest way to get from Makati to Santo Tomas is to drive which takes 44 min and costs ₱400 - ₱600.

Is there a direct bus between Makati and Santo Tomas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manila Buendia and arriving at Santo Thomas. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Makati to Santo Tomas?

The distance between Makati and Santo Tomas is 59 km. The road distance is 54.8 km.

How do I travel from Makati to Santo Tomas without a car?

The best way to get from Makati to Santo Tomas without a car is to bus which takes 1h 46m and costs ₱130 - ₱170.

How long does it take to get from Makati to Santo Tomas?

The bus from Manila Buendia to Santo Thomas takes 1h 46m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Makati to Santo Tomas bus from?

Makati to Santo Tomas bus services, operated by JAC Liner, depart from Manila Buendia station.

Where does the Makati to Santo Tomas bus arrive?

Makati to Santo Tomas bus services, operated by JAC Liner, arrive at Santo Thomas station.

Can I drive from Makati to Santo Tomas?

Yes, the driving distance between Makati to Santo Tomas is 55 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Makati to Santo Tomas.

Where can I stay near Santo Tomas?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Santo Tomas.

Makati to Santo Tomas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Makati to Santo Tomas by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Manila Buendia to Santo Thomasbus
1h 46m
₱130–170
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from EDSA/Magallanes to Alabangtrain Tutuban
2. Take the bus from Alabang to Santo Tomasbus
2h 33m
₱70–105
Drive 54.8 km
1. Drive from Makati to Santo Tomascar 54.8 km
44 min
₱405–585
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Makati to Santo Tomastaxi 54.8 km
44 min
₱850–1,100
Bus via Alabang
1. Take the bus from MRT-3 Buendia Station, Makati City, Manila to Starmall Footbridge, Starmall Starmall Service Rd, Muntinlupa City, Manilabus Alabang / ...
2. Take the bus from Alabang to Santo Tomasbus
3h 12m
₱120–175

Makati to Santo Tomas by bus

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Distance: 58.7 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Makati, Philippines and Santo Tomas, CALABARZON, Philippines?

JAC Liner operates a bus from Manila Buendia to Santo Thomas every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₱130–170 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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