Oslob to Siquijor — Tickets & Schedules (12Go)
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Getting from Oslob to Siquijor by transfer takes about 2h0m, run by Cebu Trip Rent A Car, Super Shuttle Ferry. This is the short way onto Siquijor — a fraction of the time of the direct sailing from Cebu City — and it’s built for a specific kind of itinerary: travelers who’ve come south along Cebu’s coast for the whale shark encounters at Oslob and want to keep heading south rather than backtrack to the capital. 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, 11:30 | — |
| Super Shuttle Ferry | 13:00 | 2h0m |
Schedule valid as of 2026-06-23 — check 12Go for current times.
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Ports and location
- Departs: Oslob — Cebu (southeast coast)
- Arrives: Larena Pier — Siquijor
Confirm the exact terminal on your ticket; in larger ports (Cebu, Tagbilaran) more than one pier operates. Oslob’s port sits well outside Cebu City — figure at least a few hours by road from the capital, so most travelers time this crossing to follow a stay in Oslob or nearby Moalboal/Badian rather than a same-day trip down from Cebu City. Larena Pier is one of Siquijor’s two main ports, a short tricycle ride from the town center.
What to expect
Cebu Trip Rent A Car is the main operator on this route, departing from Oslob in Cebu (southeast coast) and arriving at Larena 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.
Oslob itself went from a quiet fishing town to one of the Philippines’ most-visited coastal destinations after whale shark interaction tours began in the barangay of Tan-awan around 2011 — a shift that turned fishing income into tourism income for a large part of the local economy almost overnight. It’s also a genuinely honest topic worth knowing before you book the encounter separately: the whale sharks are drawn in with feeding, which conservation groups have long raised concerns about as a practice that can alter wild feeding behavior, even as it’s regulated by local ordinance and has become the town’s main livelihood. You don’t need to take a position on it to pass through Oslob, but it’s worth knowing what the town is known for beyond being a ferry stop.
History runs deeper here than the whale sharks suggest. Oslob’s old Spanish-era cuartel — a stone garrison built to defend the coast from Moro raids — still stands as ruins near the town center, one of several such fortifications along Cebu’s south coast from the same period. Combine a stop here with the crossing and you get a route that covers colonial-era defense architecture and contemporary marine tourism debates in the same short trip.
How to book
- Open 12Go and search Oslob 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 this is a smaller port than Cebu City’s, departures are less frequent and boats are generally smaller — expect a rougher ride in choppy conditions than you’d get on the bigger Cebu-Siquijor fastcraft, and pack accordingly if you’re prone to seasickness. Siquijor has no airport, so once you’re on the island, sea transfers like this one are the only way off — keep that in mind if your onward plans are tight.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Oslob to Siquijor transfer take?
About 2h0m, depending on operator and conditions — considerably faster than the direct sailing from Cebu City, since Oslob sits much closer to Siquijor. Check the live timetable on 12Go for your date.
Where does the Oslob to Siquijor transfer depart from?
From Oslob in Cebu (southeast coast), arriving at Larena Pier in Siquijor. Confirm the pier or terminal on your ticket.
Who runs the Oslob to Siquijor route?
Cebu Trip Rent A Car, Super Shuttle Ferry. Cebu Trip Rent A Car carries the most departures.
How much is the Oslob to Siquijor transfer?
Fares are not published online for this route; book for the live price on 12Go. Shorter crossings on smaller regional routes like this one are often cheaper than the fastcraft out of Cebu City, but seat availability is also more limited, so don’t wait until the day of travel to check.
Related on cebu.tips
- Super Shuttle — operator profile & schedule
- Siquijor to Oslob: schedules & fares
- Cebu to Siquijor route
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For accredited operators and destination travel advisories, see the Philippine Department of Tourism.
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