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 via Parañaque which costs ₱330 - ₱400 and takes 7h 6m.

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 - ₱2,200.

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 Tarlac and arriving at Santo Tomas via Buendia Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Tarlac to Santo Tomas?

The distance between Tarlac and Santo Tomas is 181 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 which takes 6h 12m and costs ₱350 - ₱500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m 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 Victory Liner, depart from Tarlac station.

Where does the Tarlac to Santo Tomas bus arrive?

Tarlac to Santo Tomas bus services, operated by Victory Liner, arrive at Manila Pasay 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 1268+ hotels available in Santo Tomas.

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

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

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Bus
best
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
cheapest
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
₱335–391
Drive 178.4 km
1. Drive from Tarlac to Santo Tomascar 178.4 km
2h 30m
₱1,479–2,136
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tarlac to Santo Tomastaxi 178.4 km
2h 30m
₱2,700–3,200
Bus via Parañaque #2
1. Take the bus from Tarlac to Manila Cubaobus
2. Take the bus from Epifanio de los Santos Av, Quezon City, Manila to Starmall Footbridge, Starmall Starmall Service Rd, Muntinlupa City, Manilabus
3. Take the bus from Alabang to Santo Thomasbus
7h 13m
₱377–674

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Distance: 181.1 km
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Tarlac to Santo Tomas via Manila Pasay and Buendia Terminal in around 6h 12m.

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