What is the cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Laoag?

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Laoag is to bus which costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,500 and takes 10h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo to Laoag?

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Laoag is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs ₱2,300 - ₱3,500.

Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and Laoag?

No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to Laoag. However, there are services departing from Cauayan and arriving at Laoag via Cagayan Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

How far is it from San Mateo to Laoag?

The distance between San Mateo and Laoag is 353 km. The road distance is 296.1 km.

How do I travel from San Mateo to Laoag without a car?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Laoag without a car is to bus which takes 10h 57m and costs ₱1,100 - ₱1,500.

How long does it take to get from San Mateo to Laoag?

It takes approximately 10h 57m to get from San Mateo to Laoag, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Mateo to Laoag bus from?

San Mateo to Laoag bus services, operated by Victory Liner, depart from Cauayan station.

Where does the San Mateo to Laoag bus arrive?

San Mateo to Laoag bus services, operated by Victory Liner, arrive at Tuguegarao station.

Can I drive from San Mateo to Laoag?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Laoag is 296 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from San Mateo to Laoag.

Where can I stay near Laoag?

There are 80+ hotels available in Laoag.

San Mateo to Laoag - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from San Mateo to Laoag by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cauayan to Tuguegaraobus
2. Take the bus from Cagayan Valley to Laoagbus
10h 57m
₱1,126–1,438
Drive 296.1 km
1. Drive from San Mateo to Laoagcar 296.1 km
5h 11m
₱2,370–3,423
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Mateo to Laoagtaxi 296.1 km
5h 11m
₱4,400–5,500

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Distance: 352.9 km
Duration: 10h 57m

What companies run services between San Mateo, Cagayan Valley, Philippines and Laoag, Philippines?

You can take a vehicle from San Mateo to Laoag via Cauayan, Tuguegarao, and Cagayan Valley in around 10h 57m.

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