Need to know how to go to Boracay from Batangas port? You are in the right place!
Boracay is gorgeous. It’s that dream tropical paradise you have probably pictured in your head before coming to the Philippines. There are beautiful white-sand beaches, aqua water, great food, water sports and plenty of fun waiting for you as well as great food, water sports and so much fun to be had.
But, of course, before you get to enjoy Boracay, you need to get there!
If you want to get to Boracay from Batangas, you are in luck. This journey is quite straightforward with a handy ferry every evening.
To make this even easier, I describe exactly how to make this journey by boat, where you arrive in Boracay (hint: you need to take another boat), the ferry schedule, the ferry fare and everything else you need to get there safely and easily.
I also describe the return journey.
Let’s start!
Map: Batangas To Boracay
It’s only 219 kilometers between Boracay and Batangas. However, since there is no way to travel this by land, the journey does take a little longer than you might expect.
It takes about 10-11 hours for the ferry ride itself. However, this actually arrives in Caticlan. From here, you’ll need to take another short boat ride across to Boracay.
From departing Batangas to arriving at your accommodation in Boracay, the entire journey is likely to take about 11–12 hours.
All About The Ferry From Batangas To Boracay
There are two options for ferry lines on this route. There is the 2GO ferry and the Starlite Ferry.
The ferries depart daily from the Batangas Terminal.
Both travel to Caticlan from where you can take an easy boat to Boracay. Note that no ferries travel to Boracay Island itself and no matter which ferry you take, you’ll still need to take that extra boat trip from Caticlan. There is more information about this step below.
The disadvantage of traveling on 2GO is that the ferry takes an hour longer.
If you want to take your car on the ferry then Starlite Ferries is your only option.
Click here to buy tickets now.
Both ferries offer various classes, so you can save money by choosing a bunk in an open area or pay more for the comfort of your own cabin. There are also many classes in between.
If you click here, you can see the classes on offer and prices on your dates.
Batangas to Boracay Ferry Schedule
Starlite Ferries has ferries departing at 7:30am and 7:30pm daily. The only exception to this is that on Mondays, there is no morning ferry. It arrives in Caticlan 10 hours later (so 5:30pm or 5:30am).
2GO departs every evening at 9pm arriving at Caticlan at 8am.
Click here to see the latest schedules.
Batangas To Boracay Ferry Fare
The exact ticket price for the ferry to Caticlan depends on which ferry line you pick and your class of travel. Taking a car will cost extra.
The Starlite Ferry starts at ₱2,320 for a reclining seat or ₱2,420 for a bunk.
The 2GO fare starts at ₱3,079 for a bunk bed in super value class.
Click here to see the latest fares and to book your tickets.
Boracay To Batangas Ferry
The return journey is much the same.
Ferries depart from Caticlan on both Starlite Ferries and 2GO and will take you back to Batangas Ferry Terminal.
2GO ferries run daily at 11pm arriving in Batangas at 10am. It takes eleven hours and prices start at ₱3,079.
Starlite Ferries run daily at 5pm and 7:30pm. It takes ten hours and prices start at ₱2,320 for a reclining seat or ₱2,420 for a bunk.
Click here to see the latest prices and schedules.
Batangas Port Ferry Terminal
Your journey starts at Batangas Ferry Terminal.
Most buses from Manila to Batangas will take you to the ferry terminal, but if you arrive elsewhere in the city, you can take a taxi. It’s easiest to take a bus that goes directly to the ferry terminal.
I recommend arriving an hour before your ferry as it’s a busy port.
Caticlan Ferry Terminal (And Traveling On To Boracay)
Your boat from Batangas to Boracay will actually take you to Caticlan. This is the case no matter which ferry line you choose.
From here, you need to take a bangka (boat) across to Boracay.
This is very straightforward to do with bangkas departing regularly from 5am to 8pm with less frequent depatures overnight.
You can buy your boat ticket to Boracay here or on arrival.
This boat ride is quick and you’ll soon be at Cagban Pier on Boracay. From here, there are plenty of tricycles to take you to your Boracay accommodation.
Click here for our full guide to traveling from Caticlan to Boracay.
Final Words
I hope you found this guide to taking a ferry from Batangas to Boracay useful.
It’s a straightforward journey once you know the steps. You just need to choose your ferry and class, then take the short boat ride from Caticlan to Boracay.
Click here to buy your tickets now.
You’ll soon be in Boracay enjoying the best that the Philippines has to offer.
You can find our full guide to traveling to Boracay here or our complete travel guide to Boracay here.
