Cebu to Siquijor — Tickets & Schedules (12Go)
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Getting from Cebu to Siquijor by transfer takes about 10h0m / 4h40m / 5h20m, run by Cebu Trip Rent A Car, OceanJet, Lite Shipping, SuperCat. Siquijor has no commercial airport, so this direct sailing from Cebu City is one of only two practical ways onto the island — the other being the shorter crossing from Oslob on Cebu’s southeast coast. Here is the schedule, the ports involved, and how to book.
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At a glance
| Operator | Departures | Crossing |
|---|---|---|
| Cebu Trip Rent A Car | 01:00, 08:00, 10:30 | — |
| OceanJet | 05:10, 13:00 | 4h40m, 5h20m |
| Lite Shipping | 13:00 | 10h0m |
| SuperCat | 12:30 | — |
Schedule valid as of 2026-06-23 — check 12Go for current times.
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Ports and location
- Departs: Cebu Pier — Cebu, Central Visayas
- Arrives: Siquijor Pier — Siquijor
Confirm the exact terminal on your ticket; in larger ports (Cebu, Tagbilaran) more than one pier operates. Cebu’s piers front the North Reclamation Area, a short taxi or ride-hailing ride from downtown hotels, the airport, and the Cebu South and North bus terminals; on arrival, Siquijor Pier sits at the edge of Siquijor town, within walking distance of most in-town accommodation.
What to expect
Cebu Trip Rent A Car is the main operator on this route, departing from Cebu Pier in Cebu, Central Visayas and arriving at Siquijor Pier in Siquijor. 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.
This is the longer of Siquijor’s two sea approaches from Cebu — a direct run from the regional capital, rather than the faster but more limited crossing that starts in Oslob further south. Most travelers pick this one because they’re already based in Cebu City or connecting through its airport; the trade-off is more hours at sea in exchange for the wider choice of departure times and operators on the schedule above.
Siquijor carries an outsized reputation for an island this small. Local lore has long associated it with folk healers — mangtatambal or albularyo — said to gather on Mt. Bandilaan during Holy Week to prepare herbal remedies from plants believed strongest that week; the island’s old nickname, roughly “Island of Fire,” traces to accounts of fireflies lighting the coastline at night rather than anything supernatural. The documented heritage is just as striking: the coral-stone Church of San Isidro Labrador in Lazi, built by Augustinian Recollects in the 19th century, stands beside a convent often cited as among the largest in Asia, and both are recognized as National Cultural Treasures.
How to book
- Open 12Go and search Cebu to Siquijor.
- 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.
Because Siquijor has no airport, a cancelled sailing there isn’t a minor detour — it can mean losing a day of your itinerary, so build slack into your trip if you have a tight connection waiting on the other end. The island’s reef and dive sites sit within marine sanctuaries protected under local ordinances, part of why the crossing matters beyond tourism — give any marked sanctuary buoys a wide berth if your route passes near one.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cebu to Siquijor transfer take?
About 10h0m / 4h40m / 5h20m, depending on operator and conditions — the shorter figures are direct fastcraft crossings, the longer one an overnight or multi-stop sailing. Check the live timetable on 12Go for your date.
Where does the Cebu to Siquijor transfer depart from?
From Cebu Pier in Cebu, Central Visayas, arriving at Siquijor Pier in Siquijor. Confirm the pier or terminal on your ticket.
Who runs the Cebu to Siquijor route?
Cebu Trip Rent A Car, OceanJet, Lite Shipping, SuperCat. Cebu Trip Rent A Car carries the most departures.
How much is the Cebu to Siquijor transfer?
Fares are not published online for this route; book for the live price on 12Go. Expect the fastcraft options to cost more than the slower overnight sailing — the usual trade-off on Visayas inter-island routes between time saved and fare paid.
Related on cebu.tips
- OceanJet — operator profile & schedule
- SuperCat — operator profile & schedule
- Lite Shipping — operator profile & schedule
- Cebu–Siquijor: full guide
- Siquijor to Cebu: schedules & fares
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For accredited operators and destination travel advisories, see the Philippine Department of Tourism.
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