Philippines
Montenegro Shipping Lines
Batangas-based RoRo ferries across the Philippines
Est. 1978Batangas City, Philippines
Photo: Hariboneagle927 / Wikimedia Commons (CC0 1.0)- 15
- Routes
- 13
- Ports
- 4h 24m
- Avg crossing
- ~59 vessels
- Vessels
- 1978
- Founded
Montenegro Shipping Lines is a ferry operator, founded in 1978 and based in Batangas City, Philippines. It operates 15 ferry routes serving 13 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 4h 24m.
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Timetables
Which routes does Montenegro Shipping Lines operate?
15 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batangas → Calapan | 1h | 25 / wk | 4 | Philippines |
| Calapan → Batangas | 1h | 25 / wk | 4 | Philippines |
| Lucena → Balanacan | 2h | 13 / wk | 2 | Philippines |
| Abra de Ilog → Batangas | 2h 30m | 6 / wk | 1 | Philippines |
| Batangas → Abra de Ilog | 2h 30m | 6 / wk | 1 | Philippines |
| Caticlan → Roxas (Oriental Mindoro) | 3h | 4 / wk | 1 | Philippines |
| Roxas (Oriental Mindoro) → Caticlan | 3h | 4 / wk | 1 | Philippines |
| Masbate → Pilar | 6h | 4 / wk | 1 | Philippines |
| Matnog → San isidro | 1h 30m | 3 / wk | 2 | Philippines |
| San isidro → Matnog | 1h 30m | 3 / wk | 2 | Philippines |
| Pilar → Masbate | 6h | 3 / wk | 1 | Philippines |
| Batangas → Odiongan | 9h | 2 / wk | 2 | Philippines |
Batangas4 routes
Abra de Ilog1 route
Calapan1 route
Caticlan1 route
Lucena1 route
Masbate1 route
Matnog1 route
Odiongan1 route
Pilar1 route
Romblon1 route
Roxas (Oriental Mindoro)1 route
San isidro1 route
Network
Where does Montenegro Shipping Lines sail?
Montenegro Shipping Lines sails to 13 ports.
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How does Montenegro Shipping Lines compare?
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Experience
Onboard & services
- RoRo passenger-cargo ships
- Fastcraft
- Vehicle decks
- Student/senior/child fares
- One of the Philippines' largest domestic RoRo ferry operators
- Family firm founded 1978 in Batangas (a surname, not the country)
- Flagship Batangas–Calapan crossing to Mindoro
- Wide network across the Visayas and Mindanao nautical highway
- Builds some of its own ships at San Pedro Shipyard
About
About Montenegro Shipping Lines
Fifteen routes connect destinations within the Philippines under the Montenegro Shipping Lines service. The operator provides crossings between multiple ports, including Abra de Ilog, Batangas, and Calapan. Other departure points listed in schedules are Caticlan, Lucena, Masbate, Matnog, Odiongan, Pilar, Romblon, Roxas (Oriental Mindoro), and San isidro. Montenegro Shipping Lines maintains an official website for passenger information.
Montenegro Shipping Lines Routes
Connections from the port of Batangas include services to Abra de Ilog, Calapan, Odiongan, and Romblon. Correspondingly, return sailings depart from Abra de Ilog and Calapan to Batangas. The company's schedules also include a route from Caticlan to Roxas in Oriental Mindoro. A separate crossing connects the port of Lucena with Balanacan.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Montenegro Shipping Lines founded?
Montenegro Shipping Lines was founded in 1978, and is headquartered in Batangas City, Philippines.
Where does Montenegro Shipping Lines sail?
Montenegro Shipping Lines operates 15 ferry routes and serves 13 ports in Philippines, including Abra de Ilog, Balanacan, Batangas, Calapan, Caticlan, Lucena, Masbate, Matnog and more.
Can I take a car on Montenegro Shipping Lines ferries?
Yes — Montenegro Shipping Lines operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.
What facilities are available on Montenegro Shipping Lines ferries?
Montenegro Shipping Lines ferries typically offer RoRo passenger-cargo ships, Fastcraft, Vehicle decks, Student/senior/child fares. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Montenegro Shipping Lines ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Montenegro Shipping Lines departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Montenegro Shipping Lines.
How do I find Montenegro Shipping Lines ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Montenegro Shipping Lines route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Montenegro Shipping Lines before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated June 29, 2026.
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