Looking for the updated ferry schedule from Cebu City to Surigao City? Our 2025 Cebu to Surigao Ferry Schedule and Fare Guide gives you all the latest details.
I had just been to Siargao for a month, and I took the Cebu-Surigao-Siargao route. Rest assured, you are looking at the most up-to-date schedule of ferries from Cebu to Surigao and vice versa. If you’re looking for the ferry schedule to Siargao, check out our Surigao to Siargao Ferry Schedule and Fare Guide!
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Currently, there are two shipping companies that ply the Cebu-Surigao route: Cokaliong Shipping and Starlite Ferries. Based on my experience (frequent ferry passenger here✋🏼), Starlite Ferries has a cleaner, more well-maintained, and well-equipped (I’m talking about shower) fleet.
How Much Is the Boat Fare from Cebu to Surigao to Cebu?
The regular economy bed (non-aircon open-air) from Cebu City to Surigao City of Starlite Ferries and Cokaliong Shipping costs 1,320 PHP (~25 USD). Meanwhile, the tourist accommodation (aircon with bed linen and blanket) of both ferries costs 1,560 PHP (~28 USD).
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How Far Is It from Cebu to Surigao?
The distance between Cebu City and Surigao City is 189 kilometers, and it takes about 10 hours to travel by ship. If you take waiting time and transfers into account, traveling from Cebu to Surigao could take approximately 12 hours.
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What Pier Is Cebu to Surigao?
Ferries in Surigao City dock at Surigao Port, while ferries in Cebu City usually dock at Pier 3. If you are coming from Cebu, you need to go through Cebu Pier Passenger Terminal 3. The passengers then wait at their designated boarding gates, where a port bus will pick them up to their respective piers.
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2025 Surigao to Cebu Ferry Schedule and Fare
You might ask, “What is the schedule of ship from Surigao to Cebu?” Take a look at the details of the schedules of Starlite Ferries and Cokaliong Shipping.
➡️Starlite Ferries Cebu to Surigao Ferry Schedule
Starlite Ferries has trips from Cebu City to Surigao City daily except Saturday and trips from Surigao City to Cebu City daily except Sunday. The ferry leaves Cebu Pier 3 and docks at Surigao Port and vice versa. Travel time is 8-10 hours, depending on the scheduled ferry.
| CEBU TO SURIGAO (DAILY EXCEPT SATURDAY) | SURIGAO TO CEBU (DAILY EXCEPT SUNDAY) |
| 9:00 pm – 7:00 am | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm (same day) |
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➡️Starlite Ferries Cebu to Surigao Fare
| ACCOMMODATION TYPE | FARE |
| Reclining Seat | |
| Regular | 1,200 PHP (~22 USD) |
| Student | 960 PHP (~17 USD) |
| Senior/PWD | 857 PHP (~16 USD) |
| Child (4-11) | 600 PHP (~15 USD) |
| Economy Bed | |
| Regular | 1,320 PHP (~25 USD) |
| Student | 1,056 PHP (~19 USD) |
| Senior/PWD | 942 PHP (~17 USD) |
| Child (4-11) | 660 PHP (~12 USD) |
| Tourist Bed | |
| Regular | 1,560 PHP (~29 USD) |
| Student | 1,248 PHP (~23 USD) |
| Senior/PWD | 1,114 PHP (~20 USD) |
| Child (4-11) | 780 PHP (~14 USD) |
What Pier Is Starlite Ferries?
Starlite Ferries dock at Cebu Pier 3. However, all outbound passengers have to go through Cebu Pier 1 for security checks. The passengers then wait at their designated boarding gates, where a port bus will pick them up to bring them to Pier 3.
Where to Buy Starlite Tickets?
You can buy your ticket outside Cebu Pier 3. However, ferry tickets tend to get booked hours before the departure time. To secure your ticket in advance, check out Starlite Ferries Surigao to Cebu online booking!
➡️Cokaliong Surigao to Cebu Ferry Schedule
Cokaliong Shipping has daily trips from Cebu City to Surigao City and vice versa. The ferry leaves Cebu Pier 3 and docks at Surigao Port and vice versa. Travel time is 8 hours and 30 minutes.
| SURIGAO TO CEBU CITY (DAILY) | CEBU CITY TO SURIGAO (DAILY) |
| 7:00 pm – 3:30 am | 7:00 pm – 3:30 am |
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➡️Cokaliong Fare Surigao to Cebu
| ACCOMMODATION TYPE | FARE |
| Economy | 1,320 PHP (~24 USD) |
| Lounge | 1,500 PHP (~27 USD) |
| Tourist | 1,560 PHP (~28 USD) |
| Cabin | 1,920 PHP (~35 USD) |
| Suite room | 4,560 PHP (~83 USD) per room (up to 2 pax) |
| Suite room | 6,840 PHP (~126 USD) per room (up to 3 pax) |
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What Pier Is Cokaliong in Cebu?
Starlite Ferries dock at Cebu Pier 3. But all passengers bound for Surigao have to go through Cebu Pier Passenger Terminal 3 for security checks. The passengers then wait at their designated boarding gates, where a port bus will pick them up to bring them to Pier 3.
What Is the Daily Schedule of Cokaliong from Cebu to Surigao?
Cokaliong ferries from both Cebu City and Surigao City depart at 7:00 pm and arrive at 3:30 am.
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Where to Stay in Siargao
- Amihan Bungalows (Check room rates!)
- Kawili Siargao (Check room rates!)
- Siargao Island Villas (Check room rates!)
- Tropical Temple Siargao Resort (Check room rates!)
- Anajawan Island Beachfront Resort (Check room rates!)
Your Ultimate Siargao Travel Guide
Surigao City is a popular port of entry among tourists who are bound for Siargao, Dinagat Islands, and Surigao del Sur. If you’re bound for Siargao, this route is an affordable way.
If you’re still preparing for your trip to Siargao, check out our range of Siargao travel guides:
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- Best Hostels in Siargao
- How to Get to Siargao
- Best Things to Do in Siargao
- Top Tourist Attractions in Siargao
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