Last updated: 17 January 2025
When it comes to destinations near Metro Manila, Batangas surely tops the list. Ask anyone who lives in the metro and they have probably gone to Batangas for a family outing, company team building, or a random beach trip with friends. However, it’s not just its proximity that draws people to this destination in South Luzon, but its abundance of attractions. After all, you wouldn’t go to a place with nothing to do, right?
First on the list is beaches. Batangas is popular for its stretches of fine sand, gorgeous islands and colorful underwater scenery. Laiya, Anilao, Nasugbu, and Calatagan are the go-tos for beach goers. Mountain climbers also frequent Batangas for some hiking activity that even beginners can enjoy. Among the popular trails are Mt. Batulao in Nasugbu and Mt. Gulugod Baboy in Mabini.
If you plan on going to Batangas, no matter where your exact destination is, it’s quite easy to get there if you’re using a private vehicle. You can simply use Google Maps or Waze to find your way to your destination. But if you don’t drive, Batangas is also accessible via public transportation.
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In this post, you’ll find a list of bus companies and their terminals along with trip schedules from Manila to Lipa, Batangas Pier, and Batangas Grand Terminal. You may also take these buses if you’re heading to Anilao, Mabini and Laiya, San Juan and other destinations on the eastern side of Batangas.
However, if you’re heading to destinations on the western side like Calatagan, Nasugbu, Lian, and Lemery, you’ll need to take a different bus. Buses headed to that direction usually takes the Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay-Nasugbu route. We’ll update this post with information for this route so check back on this post soon.
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Read on for a short rundown of Manila to Batangas bus schedules from JAM Liner, ALPS Bus Line, and DLTB Co.
JAM Liner
Aside from trips bound for Batangas, JAM Liner offers direct routes from Manila to provinces in Southern Luzon such as Laguna and Quezon. They have two terminals in Manila located in Kamias, Quezon City and Buendia. JAM also operates from Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX).
Note: The Manila to Batangas bus schedules may change without prior notice. You may check JAM Liner’s Official Facebook page for the updated schedule.
Cubao/Kamias Terminal
- To Batangas Grand Terminal
Direct – 24 hours (continuous trip)
P250-260 - To Batangas Pier
Direct – 24 hours (continuous trip)
P265-275 - To Lipa City
4:00 AM – 8:00 PM
P200-210
As of: 26 September 2024
Buendia Terminal
- To Batangas Grand Terminal
24 hours (continuous trip)
P250-260 - Batangas Pier
24 hours (continuous trip)
P265-275 - To Lipa City
4:00 AM to 9:00 PM
P185-195 - To Tanauan
4:00 AM – 8:00 PM
P160 – P170
As of: 26 September 2024
PITX
- To Batangas Grand Terminal
4:00 AM to 6:00 PM
P250-260 - To Batangas Pier
4:00 AM to 6:00 PM
P265-275 - To Lipa City
9:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 3:00 PM
P185-195
As of: 26 September 2024
ALPS Bus Line
ALPS The Bus Inc. connects Manila to Batangas and Bicol region. They have terminals in the northern part of Metro Manila located in EDSA Cubao and Aurora Cubao. ALPS also terminates in outhern Metro Manila locations namely Alabang Terminal, SM Megamall, LRT Buendia, BGC Market Market, and PITX.
Note: The the Manila to Batangas bus schedules listed below may change without prior notice. For the latest updates on trip schedules, you may visit ALPS The Bus’ Facebook page or contact them at the numbers below.
EDSA/Aurora Cubao Terminal
- To Batangas Pier
24 hours (every hour)
P265-275 - To Batangas Grand Terminal
4:00 AM to 8:00 PM (every hour)
P250-260 - To SM Lipa
Via C5 – 24 hours (every hour)
Via Tanauan – 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM
P200-210 - To San Juan
Direct – 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Via Turbina – 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM
P330-340
As of: 30 December 2024
SM Megamall Ortigas
- To Batangas Pier
2:00 AM | 3:30 AM | 5:00 AM | 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM (every hour)
P265-275 - To Batangas Grand Terminal
4:00 AM to 8:00 PM (every hour)
P250-260 - To SM Lipa
2:00 AM | 3:30 AM | 5:00 AM | 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM (every hour)
P200-210
As of: 30 December 2024
Buendia Terminal
- To Batangas Pier
4:00 AM & 4:00 PM
P265-275 - To Batangas Grand Terminal
4:00 AM to 9:00 PM (every hour)
P250-260 - To SM Lipa
5:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:30 PM
P175-185 - To San Juan
4:00 AM to 6:00 PM
P330-340
As of: 30 December 2024
PITX
- To Batangas Pier
5:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:30 PM
P265-275 - To Batangas Grand Terminal
5:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:30 PM
P250-260 - To SM Lipa
5:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:30 PM
P200-210 - To San Juan
6:00 AM to 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM | 7:30 PM
P330-340
As of: 30 December 2024
BGC Market Market Transport Terminal
- To SM Lipa
5:00 AM to 9:00 PM (every hour)
P200-210 - To Batangas Pier
5:00 AM to 9:00 PM (every hour)
P265-275 - To San Juan
5:00 AM to 8:00 PM (every hour)
P330-340
As of: 30 December 2024
Ayala Malls Manila Bay
- To Batangas Pier
5:00 AM to 8:00 PM (every hour)
P265-275 - To Batangas City Town Proper
5:00 AM to 8:00 PM (every hour)
P265-275 - To Lipa City
Direct – 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM (every hour)
P200-210
As of: 30 December 2024
As of: 30 December 2024
DLTB Co.
DLTB Co. or Del Monte Land Transport Bus Company is another bus company that plies between Manila and Southern Luzon. Its routes include Quezon, Laguna, Albay, Camarines Norte, and Batangas. It also has routes to some parts of the Eastern Visayas Region like Samar and Leyte. In Manila, their buses terminate in PITX, Cubao, Buendia, and Pasay.
Their buses have no specific trip schedule for their Batangas routes, but they have continuous trips throughout the day. For inquiries you may contact your preferred terminal. Their contact numbers will be listed below. You may also check its official Facebook page for updates.
- PITX: +63 981 432 4061
- Cubao: +63 981 432 4063
- Buendia: +63 981 432 4060
- Pasay: +63 981 432 4062
Below are the fares going to different parts of Batangas from their Buendia Terminal. Please note that these are as of February 11, 2024 and might change without prior notice.
- Buendia to Tagaytay: P129
- Buendia to Lipa City: P188
- Buendia to Nasugbu: P240
- Buendia to Batangas Grand Terminal: P249
- Buendia to Taal: P254
- Buendia to Lemery: P266
- Buendia to Batangas Pier: P268
- Buendia to Calatagan: P294
Where to Stay in Batangas
We’ve created top accommodation articles for specific places and popular tourist destinations in the province of Batangas. For your convenience, we compiled all of them. Here are the top hotels and resorts in:
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Updates Log
2025.01.17 – Updated fares and schedules for JAM Liner and Alps Bus companies
2024.06.26 – Added schedules and fare details
2024.03.18 – Added DLTB Co.
2023.10.27 – First Uploaded
Written by: Mariah Cruz
Additional Info by: Astrid Alvarez
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