What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Manila?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Manila is to bus and train which costs ₱130 - ₱200 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Manila?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Manila is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs ₱700 - ₱1,100.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Manila?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to Manila. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Manila Cubao Jam Liner via Turbina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from San Jose to Manila?

The distance between San Jose and Manila is 96 km. The road distance is 91.7 km.

How do I travel from San Jose to Manila without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Manila without a car is to bus via Calamba which takes 3h 17m and costs ₱180 - ₱260.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Manila?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from San Jose to Manila, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Manila bus from?

San Jose to Manila bus services, operated by Alps the Bus, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the San Jose to Manila bus arrive?

San Jose to Manila bus services, operated by Alps the Bus, arrive at Turbina station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Manila?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Manila is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from San Jose to Manila.

Where can I stay near Manila?

There are 11575+ hotels available in Manila.

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose to Manila by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Bus via Calamba
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Turbinabus
2. Take the bus from Turbina to Manila Cubao Jam Linerbus Lucena
3h 17m
₱189–252
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Alabangbus
2. Take the train from Alabang to EDSA/Magallanestrain Alabang / ...
3h 40m
₱138–200
Drive 91.7 km
1. Drive from San Jose to Manilacar 91.7 km
1h 10m
₱733–1,059
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose to Manilataxi 91.7 km
1h 10m
₱1,400–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Alabangbus
2. Take the bus from Starmall Footbridge, Starmall Starmall Service Rd, Muntinlupa City, Manila to Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, Lungsod ng Pasaybus PASAY ROTUNDA - ALABANG via SKYWAY / ...
3h 23m
₱166–243

San Jose to Manila by bus

119Weekly Buses

3h 17mAverage Duration

₱189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.7 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between San Jose, CALABARZON, Philippines and Manila, Philippines?

You can take a bus from San Jose to Manila Cubao Jam Liner via Turbina in around 3h 17m.

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