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

The cheapest way to get from Marawi to Cotabato is to bus which costs ₱1,200 - ₱1,500 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marawi to Cotabato is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Marawi and Cotabato?

No, there is no direct bus from Marawi to Cotabato. However, there are services departing from Iligan and arriving at Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato via Bulua, Cagayan de Oro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Marawi to Cotabato?

The distance between Marawi and Cotabato is 272 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Marawi to Cotabato without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 6h 2m and costs ₱1,400 - ₱1,800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Marawi to Cotabato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marawi to Cotabato bus from?

Marawi to Cotabato bus services, operated by Super Five Bus, depart from Iligan station.

Where does the Marawi to Cotabato bus arrive?

Marawi to Cotabato bus services, operated by Super Five Bus, arrive at Rural Transit Bulua station.

Can I drive from Marawi to Cotabato?

Yes, the driving distance between Marawi to Cotabato is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Marawi to Cotabato.

Where can I stay near Cotabato?

There are five+ hotels available in Cotabato.

Marawi to Cotabato - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Marawi to Cotabato by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Marawi to Talakag, Bukidnontaxi
2. Take the bus from Talakag, Bukidnon to Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabatobus
6h 2m
₱1,425–1,735
Drive 149.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Marawi to Cotabatocar 149.4 km
2h 15m
₱1,179–1,703
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Marawi to Cotabatotaxi 149.4 km
2h 15m
₱2,200–2,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iligan to Rural Transit Buluabus Cagayan
2. Take the bus from Bulua, Cagayan de Oro to Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabatobus
9h 10m
₱1,224–1,490

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Distance: 271.8 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a vehicle from Marawi to Mindanao Star Bus Terminal, Cotabato via Iligan and Bulua, Cagayan de Oro in around 9h 10m.

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