Cebu, Philippines
Ferries from Cebu city
Cebu city (Cebu, Philippines) has 1 ferry route to 1 destination, operated by Metro Ferry. You can sail from Cebu city to Lapu Lapu City. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Cebu city?
1 crossing with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Cebu city
31 scheduled sailings leaving Cebu city, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 06:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 06:30 | 07:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 07:00 | 07:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 07:30 | 08:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 08:00 | 08:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 08:30 | 09:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 09:00 | 09:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 09:30 | 10:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 10:00 | 10:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 10:30 | 11:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 11:00 | 11:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 11:30 | 12:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 12:00 | 12:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 12:30 | 13:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 13:00 | 13:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 13:30 | 14:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 14:00 | 14:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 14:30 | 15:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 15:00 | 15:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 15:30 | 16:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 16:00 | 16:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 16:30 | 17:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 17:00 | 17:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 17:30 | 18:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 18:00 | 18:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 18:30 | 19:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 19:00 | 19:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 19:30 | 20:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 20:00 | 20:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 20:30 | 21:00 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
| 21:00 | 21:30 | Lapu Lapu City | 30m | Metro Ferry | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Cebu city connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Cebu city?
- Region
- Cebu
- Coordinates
- 10.293° N, 123.902° E
- Shortest crossing
- 30m
Plan your trip
The day at Cebu city
First 06:00
Last 21:00
Busiest 06:00–07:00
16 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 06:00–21:00, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 31 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Cebu city
Thirty-one sailings a week cross the Mactan Channel from Cebu City to Lapu-Lapu, taking 30 minutes and running from 06:00 to 21:00 on a single daily calendar.
Two bridges already link the two cities, and a third opened in 2022, so this is a boat competing with roads rather than replacing them — which on a channel where the bridge traffic backs up for kilometres at peak is a competition it can win.
Cebu is the Philippines' second city and the hub of its domestic shipping, with long-haul routes reaching Manila, Mindanao and the Visayas from the same waterfront. Metro Ferry works this short crossing. Against sailings measured in days elsewhere in the network, half an hour across a channel is the shortest thing in the country's schedule.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Cebu city?
From Cebu city you can take a ferry to Lapu Lapu City. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Cebu city?
Ferries from Cebu city are run by Metro Ferry. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Cebu city?
Cebu city is served by 1 ferry route connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Cebu city ferry port located?
Cebu city is in Cebu, Philippines (around 10.293, 123.902). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Cebu city ferry terminal?
Cebu city serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Cebu city?
Popular crossings from Cebu city include Lapu Lapu City. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Cebu city carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Cebu city?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 11, 2026.
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