Bantayan to Cebu by Ferry: Schedule, Fares & Booking

Getting from Bantayan to Cebu by ferry takes about 1h30m, run by Super Shuttle Ferry, Tabuelan Sea Transport. Here is the schedule, the ports involved, and how to book.

Bantayan is the northernmost inhabited island off Cebu province, split across the towns of Bantayan, Santa Fe, and Madridejos, and this crossing is the only practical way off the island short of a private boat charter. Most travelers making this trip are heading back toward Cebu City or Mactan-Cebu International Airport for a flight home, which makes the return leg worth planning with a buffer — Hagnaya is roughly a three-hour road trip from the airport, so build that into your departure time rather than cutting it close.

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At a glance

Operator	Departures	Crossing
Super Shuttle Ferry	04:00, 06:00, 08:30, 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, 16:30, 18:00	1h30m
Tabuelan Sea Transport	01:30, 08:30, 12:30	—

Schedule valid as of 2026-06-23 — check 12Go for current times.

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Ports and location

Departs: Santa Fe Terminal Port — Bantayan Island, Cebu
Arrives: Hagnaya Port — Cebu, Central Visayas

Confirm the exact terminal on your ticket; in larger ports (Cebu, Tagbilaran) more than one pier operates.

Santa Fe Terminal Port sits beside the island’s main beach strip, so you’re never far from the terminal if you’re staying nearby — it’s a short tricycle ride from most guesthouses in town. On the mainland side, Hagnaya Port is in San Remigio, a north-Cebu fishing municipality rather than Cebu City itself; if your onward plan is Cebu City or the airport, you’ll still need a two-to-three-hour bus or van connection from the port, so this ferry is only the first leg of the trip south.

What to expect

Super Shuttle Ferry is the main operator on this route, departing from Santa Fe Terminal Port in Bantayan Island, Cebu and arriving at Hagnaya Port in Cebu, Central Visayas. Fares are not published online for this route; book ahead on weekends and holidays when the popular departures fill, and confirm the exact terminal and time on the day — schedules shift in low season and during weather advisories.

You’ll typically board a mid-sized RORO (roll-on/roll-off) ferry or fast-craft depending on the departure, with separate economy and air-conditioned cabin sections — a pricing tier common across Philippine domestic ferries generally, even though this route’s specific fares aren’t listed online. Expect a boarding call around 30–45 minutes before departure, a manifest check where your name is logged against your ticket (standard Philippine Coast Guard practice for every domestic sea trip), and a short safety briefing before the ferry pulls out. Luggage goes either in an open cargo area or a designated hold; keep valuables and travel documents with you rather than checking them.

This crossing also carries real economic weight for the island beyond tourism. Bantayan’s scallop and dried-fish (danggit) trade moves through these same piers on cargo runs, and the fare structure locals pay is generally lower than what’s marketed to visitors on booking platforms — a point worth knowing if you hear a different price quoted at the terminal window than what you saw online. If you have time before boarding, the market stalls near Santa Fe port sell dried scallops and danggit worth picking up as pasalubong.

How to book

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Pick your date and a departure that fits your plan.
Choose your class and pay for instant confirmation.
Save or print your ticket — smaller operators do not always accept phone screens.

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Tips

One honest caveat — weather: the June–November monsoon window brings delays and the occasional cancellation; most operators reschedule free, but keep onward plans flexible. Arrive 60–90 minutes ahead and carry small bills for the terminal fee.

Beyond weather, this is an exposed open-sea crossing, so if you’re prone to seasickness, a window or outdoor-deck seat and an early dose of motion-sickness medication help more than they would on a sheltered strait crossing. Vessels on this route are Philippine Coast Guard-inspected and MARINA-licensed, and life vests are standard equipment, but sailings are suspended outright — not just delayed — whenever a storm signal is raised over the area, so treat any weather warning during typhoon season as a real possibility that your travel date shifts. If you’re catching a flight the same day, don’t schedule it for the afternoon of your ferry crossing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Bantayan to Cebu ferry take?

About 1h30m, depending on operator and conditions. Check the live timetable on 12Go for your date. Fast-craft sailings can run shorter than RORO departures, so the vessel type matters as much as the operator.

Where does the Bantayan to Cebu ferry depart from?

From Santa Fe Terminal Port in Bantayan Island, Cebu, arriving at Hagnaya Port in Cebu, Central Visayas. Confirm the pier or terminal on your ticket — Hagnaya is in San Remigio, not Cebu City, so budget extra travel time for the onward leg.

Who runs the Bantayan to Cebu route?

Super Shuttle Ferry, Tabuelan Sea Transport. Super Shuttle Ferry carries the most departures; Tabuelan Sea Transport is worth checking if you need an off-peak or overnight-adjacent sailing that Super Shuttle doesn’t cover.

How much is the Bantayan to Cebu ferry?

Fares are not published online for this route; book for the live price on 12Go. Expect separate pricing for economy and air-conditioned seating, a standard split on Philippine domestic ferries.

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Cebu’s city piers and terminal fees are administered by the Cebu Port Authority; confirm your pier and current port charges there.

Schedules, ports and fares reflect operator-published information via 12Go as of 2026-06-23. cebu.tips earns a commission on bookings made through 12Go partner links at no cost to you.