Getafe to Talisay Ferry

The Getafe to Talisay crossing is a roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) route linking the northern coast of Bohol with metropolitan Cebu. It is operated by Lite Ferries (Lite Shipping Corporation) using vehicle-carrying vessels, and it serves as a northern-Bohol alternative to the busier central routes that run through Tagbilaran or Tubigon.

Ports and route

Ferries sail from Getafe Port, a town on the northeastern tip of Bohol near the shallow reefs of the Danajon Bank, to the port of Talisay in Cebu, immediately south of Cebu City. Because the two ports lie at opposite ends of the Camotes Sea gap, the sailing is longer than the short central Cebu to Bohol hops.

Schedule and crossing time

Lite Ferries runs this as an overnight-style connection: the Getafe to Talisay sailing typically departs in the evening (around 8:00 PM), arriving in Cebu late at night. The scheduled crossing runs roughly four hours, though some listings cite a longer duration, so travellers should confirm the current timetable before booking. Service is generally offered daily, subject to weather and vessel availability.

Vehicles and fares

As a RoRo vessel, the ferry accommodates:

• Cars, vans and SUVs
• Motorcycles
• Trucks and rolling cargo
• Foot passengers

Standard passenger fares are around ₱380 for open-air accommodation, with separate charges for vehicles. Onboard amenities on the larger Lite Ferries units commonly include air-conditioned seating, restrooms and a canteen. Discounts apply for children, seniors and persons with disabilities. Passengers are usually asked to arrive at least an hour before departure, as boarding gates close about 30 minutes before sailing.