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

The cheapest way to get from Tarlac to Santo Tomas is to bus which costs ₱300 - ₱600 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarlac to Santo Tomas is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs ₱1,400 - ₱2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Tarlac and Santo Tomas?

No, there is no direct bus from Tarlac to Santo Tomas. However, there are services departing from Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac and arriving at Santo Thomas via Manila Buendia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Tarlac to Santo Tomas?

The distance between Tarlac and Santo Tomas is 189 km. The road distance is 178.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tarlac to Santo Tomas without a car is to bus via Quezon City which takes 5h 50m and costs ₱390 - ₱460.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Tarlac to Santo Tomas, including transfers.

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

Tarlac to Santo Tomas bus services, operated by Philippine Rabbit, depart from Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac station.

Where does the Tarlac to Santo Tomas bus arrive?

Tarlac to Santo Tomas bus services, operated by Philippine Rabbit, arrive at Araneta Center Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Tarlac to Santo Tomas?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarlac to Santo Tomas is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Tarlac to Santo Tomas.

Where can I stay near Santo Tomas?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Santo Tomas.

Tarlac to Santo Tomas - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Tarlac to Santo Tomas by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus via Quezon City
best
1. Take the bus from Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac to Araneta Center Bus Terminalbus Araneta
2. Take the bus from Manila Buendia to Santo Thomasbus
5h 50m
₱394–454
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tarlac to Manila Cubaobus Bolinao
2. Take the bus from Manila Cubao to Santo Tomasbus
6h 21m
₱302–554
Drive 178.4 km
1. Drive from Tarlac to Santo Tomascar 178.4 km
2h 30m
₱1,419–2,050
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tarlac to Santo Tomastaxi 178.4 km
2h 30m
₱2,700–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tarlac to Manila Pasaybus
2. Take the bus from Buendia Terminal to Santo Tomasbus
6h 12m
₱351–494
Bus via Parañaque
1. Take the bus from Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac to Araneta Center Bus Terminalbus Araneta
2. Take the bus from Alabang to Santo Tomasbus
7h 6m
₱324–391

Tarlac to Santo Tomas by bus and foot

112Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

₱302Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.2 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tarlac to Santo Thomas via Philippine Rabbit Bus Terminal Tarlac, Araneta Center Bus Terminal, MRT-3 Cubao Station, Epifanio de los Santos Av, Quezon City, Manila, MRT-3 Buendia Station, Makati City, Manila, and Manila Buendia in around 5h 50m.

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