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Cebu and Panglao are two destinations in the Philippines that are quick and efficient to reach and are therefore especially well suited to round trips. How to get from Cebu to Panglao is what you’ll find out in this guide.
Cebu to Panglao Transfer Guide
Cebu City to Panglao
From Cebu City it is very easy to get to Panglao. Take a taxi to Pier 1 (costs about 150 PHP) and from there take the OceanJet ferry to Tagbilaran. The crossing takes only around two hours. At Tagbilaran Port you can then take another taxi to Panglao, which is in the 550–800 PHP range and also depends on your bargaining skills. Many hotels also offer a pickup service, often around 800 PHP. The ride from the port to Alona Beach takes only about 30 minutes.
Tip: Book the OceanJet tickets in advance via 12go* to avoid full ferries and reserve your seat. The ticket costs only €17. You always receive the ticket by email about 24 hours before departure, which makes things run smoothly at the port.
Moalboal to Panglao
To get from Moalboal to Panglao you can basically follow the steps above, but first you still need a transfer from Moalboal to Pier 1. You can cover that stretch by bus or taxi, with the second option being clearly faster and more comfortable. For the roughly 100 kilometers from Moalboal to Pier 1 in Cebu City you should plan about 3.5 hours.
I recommend booking the transfer via GetTransfer*, as you can easily choose the vehicle size there and avoid annoying on-the-spot negotiations.
Here is the trip from Moalboal to Panglao at a glance:
- Taxi from Moalboal to Pier 1 in Cebu City: 3.5 h about €80*
- OceanJet ferry to Tagbilaran Port: 2 h about €17*
- Taxi from the port to Alona Beach or hotel: 0.5 h about €10–15
Continuing On to Bohol
If you don’t want to go to Panglao or Alona Beach, you can also quickly reach other places on Bohol from Tagbilaran Port. Destinations in the south of the island in particular are 30 to 60 minutes away. Here too I recommend booking the transfer in advance via GetTransfer* to avoid surprises and tough price negotiations at the port.
Conclusion Cebu to Panglao
The trip from Cebu to Panglao is quick and efficient. The two islands are well connected, and depending on your starting point you don’t lose a whole travel day. Both destinations are therefore ideal for a Philippines round trip.
Do you have any questions or additions about traveling from Cebu to Panglao or Bohol? Leave a comment!