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How to get from Siquijor to Bohol
Bohol is a beautiful jungle destination famous for the Chocolate Hills, waterfalls, caves and coral reefs. It also offers a lot of exciting activities like river-cruising, zip-lining, snorkelling and scuba diving. For the ultimate experience, stay in any of the beachside resorts on Panglao Island.
The best time to visit Bohol is between November to April, which are generally the cool and dry months.
There are 2 ways to travel the 130 km distance from Siquijor to Bohol: a 2-hour ferry ride that costs 990 PHP ($17.00) and a 3-hour car ferry with rates from 475 PHP ($8.00).
Ferry from Siquijor to Bohol
Oceanjet, a very trusted operator in this region, operates one daily ferry from Siquijor to Bohol. Fares start from 990 PHP ($17.00) for the 2-hour journey.
If you’re taking a vehicle from Siquijor to Bohol, you can also take a car ferry. Passenger fares are cheaper, starting from 475 PHP ($8.00). For your vehicles, rates start from 1,670 PHP ($29.00) for a 150cc scooter.
Make the most of your time! Check out our adventure-packed itinerary to explore not just Siquijor and Bohol, but also Cebu with this 14 day itinerary.
Siquijor to Bohol (Tagbilaran) by Ferry
Oceanjet operates one ferry per day from Siquijor to Bohol. This ferry departs in the morning, so make sure to be updated on the latest schedule so that you don’t miss it.
A ferry ticket from Siquijor to Bohol costs 990 PHP ($17.00). Travel time is 2 hours.
Departure and arrival port
Ferries depart from Siquijor Pier, located 10 km north of the tourist centre in San Juan. You can get to the port via tricycle rental with rates from 250 PHP ($4.40). You can also ask your hotel if they can give you a ride.
Ferries dock at Tagbilaran City Port Terminal. From here, it’s a 40-minute ride to Panglao Island. You can take a jeepney, bus, or taxi with fares from 50 PHP ($0.80).
Ferry schedule from Siquijor to Bohol
You can buy your tickets at the port. But since there is only one ferry available daily, we recommend booking online via BookAway to be assured of a seat.
Siquijor to Bohol (Tagbilaran) by Ferry
Are you travelling in a vehicle from Siquijor to Bohol? Lite Shipping operates car ferries from Siquijor to Bohol every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. These depart at 19:00 and arrive in Bohol after 3 hours.
Passenger fares start from 475 PHP ($8.00) for a standard seat. You can also upgrade to an airconditioned tourist seat, which costs 750 PHP ($13.00).
Although this ferry is cheaper than the normal passenger ferry, the ferry only departs in the evening on the days shared above. Besides the late arrival time at 22:00, this car ferry also takes one hour longer than the passenger ferry of OceanJet.
As for vehicles, rates start from 1,670 PHP ($29.00) for a 150cc motorbike. Fares for bigger bikes or cars will be more expensive. Note that you can only buy your tickets at the port. It’s best to be there around an hour before the ferry’s departure time to avoid any delay.
Departure and arrival port
Ferries depart from Larena Pier, located 20 km northeast of the tourist centre in San Juan. You can hire a tricycle to take you to the port. Fares start from 500 PHP ($8.50).
Ferries dock at Tagbilaran Pier in the city centre of Tagbilaran, the capital of Bohol.
Car Ferry Schedule from Siquijor to Bohol
For inquiries, you can reach Lite Shipping through its Facebook page.
Our favourite places to stay in Bohol
Bohol offers a great standard of accommodation no matter your budget. Even if you’re a budget traveller, you can still snag yourself a place with a pool. And for those able to splash the cash a little bit more, prepare to be wowed by the secluded beachfront stays available in Bohol.
Panglao Island is the main place to stay in Bohol. This is where you’ll find a lively town, beautiful beaches and world-class diving and snorkelling sites. Most of our favourite stays are in Panglao, but some of them are in more remote locations ideal for a relaxing retreat.
Three Little Birds Resort - Treating Yourself
Area: Near Anda White beach, approx. 10-min drive from Anda town
Three Little Birds Resort oozes tropical vibes, with its bamboo cottages and lush vegetation thriving everywhere. In the middle of the resort is your own watering hole in the form of a refreshing swimming pool.Â
To make things even more idyllic, you’ll be staying right by the beach. It’s a hard choice between splashing around in the pool or relaxing on the beach.Â
- Beautiful swimming poolÂ
- Unique bamboo cottagesÂ
- Stunning roomsÂ
- Close to the beachÂ
Double rooms start from $50 per night
Fox & The Firefly Cottages - Mid Range
Area: Approx. 5-minute drive from Loboc town centre
You’ve probably never stayed anywhere quite like here. The unique cottages make you feel like you’re staying in a luxury treehouse surrounded by nothing but nature. And unbelievably, things get better. The private balconies offer views of the nearby rice paddies.Â
If this isn’t relaxing enough for you, you can head down to their deck that overlooks Loboc River. For the unforgettable experience you get here, you’d expect to pay a lot more. This place is great value for money.
- Unique and beautiful cottagesÂ
- Incredible viewsÂ
- River deckÂ
- Onsite restaurantÂ
Double rooms cost $30-$50 per night
Tamarind - Mid Range
Area: Approx. 10-minute drive from Panglao Town and Bohol-Panglao International Airport
Tamarind is fantastic. The rooms offer way more space than you need. They’re modern, clean and all of them come with a private balcony overlooking the pool. Oh yeah, there’s a large pool that is surrounded by comfortable sun loungers and palm trees.Â
Tamarind’s location is also hard to beat. It’s only a 10-minute walk to the beach. Perfect for burning off all the food you’ve been eating as there are so many great restaurants nearby.Â
- Private balconyÂ
- Swimming poolÂ
- Nice garden areaÂ
- Great location
Double rooms cost $30-$50 per night
Nautilus Hostel & Hammocks - Budget Friendly
Area: Approx. 5-minute drive from Bohol-Panglao International Airport
This hostel has a very cool and unique vibe that brings together comfort and nature. With plants and bamboo everywhere, the hotel’s design creates a peaceful ambience. Throw in plenty of hammocks and hanging seats, and it’s idyllic.Â
The complimentary breakfast brings everyone together in the morning and makes it super easy to meet other travellers here.
- Cool designÂ
- Beautiful gardensÂ
- Sociable vibe
- Delicious breakfast included
Double rooms cost $15-$30 per night
Siman Panglao - Budget Friendly
Area: Approx. 5-minute drive to Panglao town and 10-minute drive from Bohol-Panglao International Airport
This place does not feel like a budget option, so if it’s available, make sure to snap it up as quickly as you can. The rooms are spacious and overlook the large pool that sits at the centre of the hotel.
The staff do everything to accommodate your needs and make sure that you feel at home.
- Large swimming poolÂ
- Spacious and modern rooms
- Helpful staffÂ
- Private terrace
Double rooms cost $15-$30 per night
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Hi there, I would need to know wether I can bring scooter on the ferry from Siquijor to Bohol..? Thank you so much for letting me know:)
Hi, Filip! Thank you so much for this very valuable question. Lite Ferries actually operate car ferries from Siquijor to Bohol, but not every day. This option is available only every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. The ferry departs at 7:00PM from Larena Port in Siquijor. Ticket prices start from P475 for a standard seat and P750 for a tourist seat. If you’re travelling with a scooter, that’s an additional P1,670 for a 150cc scooter. The bigger the bike, the higher the additional rate. Travel time by car ferry from Siquijor to Bohol is around 3 hours.
For more details, you can also reach out to Lite Shipping through their Facebook page. They are very responsive.
Thanks to your inquiry, we can update this route with all these additional info. Let us know how your trip goes! Safe travels!
Hello! I am needing to get from Siquijor to Bohol on Tues 5/31, is this ferry operating?
Hi Katie, for now, it’s best to contact Ocean Jet via their Facebook page to make a reservation for this ferry.
Hi Isabel, OceanJet announced their new schedules today. The ferry from Siquijor to Tagbilaran departs at 8:20AM. Enjoy your visit to these incredible islands!
hello im planning to visit my hometown bohol is there travel for ocean jet vice versa siquijor -bohol then back bohol- siquijor? within Dec thrd week .
Hello Eva, unfortunately, online bookings are not available anymore till at least March 2022 for this route. I contacted OceanJet to ask if it’s still possible to buy tickets at the port. IF this ferry is not operating anymore, the only option would be to take their ferry from Cebu to Bohol“>.
Does anyone know if this is operational now by April 2022? Planning to go this April 🙂
Hi Isabel, OceanJet announced their new schedules today. The ferry from Siquijor to Tagbilaran departs at 8:20AM. Enjoy your visit to these incredible islands!
Hi maam/sir, Site Engineer ko ari sa construction site sa Gabayan Lazi, need nako mpadto sa Bohol for another projects kay walay gabantay sa mga materials, posibli bako makaadto sa Bohol? Thanks!
Hi Aldrin! We checked with the ferry company operating from Siquijor to Bohol and we were told that they are still not allowed to operate. We’re sorry you can’t travel yet. Hope things get better there soon. Stay safe!