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Ceres Bus is one of the most recognizable and reliable transportation options in the Visayas region, especially for long-distance travel from Cebu to destinations like Bacolod, Dumaguete, Bato, and beyond. Known for its yellow coaches and extensive network, Ceres Bus offers affordable and practical mobility for locals and travelers alike. In this 2025 guide, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to know\u2014from schedules and terminals to ticketing, comfort levels, and travel tips.<\/p>\n
Operated by Vallacar Transit, Inc. (VTI), a part of the Yanson Group of Bus Companies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Covers much of the Visayas and parts of Mindanao.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Known for yellow buses, organized systems, and a mix of aircon\/non-aircon fleets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Cebu City to Dumaguete<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Cebu City to Bacolod (via Toledo \u2013 San Carlos)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Cebu City to Bato (via Barili or Oslob)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Cebu to Santander, Moalboal, Malabuyoc<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Inter-island connections with ferry transfers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Located along N. Bacalso Avenue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Hub for southbound Ceres Bus routes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
For northbound destinations (e.g., Hagnaya, Bogo), although Ceres operates less frequently than other companies here<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Dumaguete Terminal (Negros Oriental)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Bacolod South & North Terminals (Negros Occidental)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Bato Terminal (Southern Cebu)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Non-airconditioned<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Frequent stops<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Cheapest fares<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
With air conditioning<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Fewer stops<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Reserved seating in some cases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Reclining seats<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Onboard TV<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Comfort rooms (CR) in some long-haul buses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
| Route<\/th>\n | Duration<\/th>\n | Fare (Estimated)<\/th>\n | Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Cebu City \u2013 Dumaguete<\/td>\n | 6\u20137 hours<\/td>\n | \u20b1350\u2013\u20b1450<\/td>\n | Includes ferry transfer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cebu City \u2013 Bacolod<\/td>\n | 7\u20138 hours<\/td>\n | \u20b1400\u2013\u20b1500<\/td>\n | Multiple routes via Toledo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cebu \u2013 Bato (Barili Route)<\/td>\n | 3.5\u20134 hours<\/td>\n | \u20b1200\u2013\u20b1250<\/td>\n | Scenic coastal ride<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cebu \u2013 Moalboal<\/td>\n | 2.5\u20133 hours<\/td>\n | \u20b1170\u2013\u20b1200<\/td>\n | Direct aircon buses available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n \n |