To fully experience Cebu, one must also explore Oslob and Moalboal. Getting to Southern Cebu has always been straightforward thanks to Cebu City’s South Bus Terminal (CSBT). Although many improvements can be made at this transportation hub, it gets you where you need to go.
Photo credits to The Cebu Tourist
The South Bus Terminal is your gateway to southern Cebu and beyond. Travelers can also ride buses bound for nearby islands and provinces. Check out the rest of our article for routes, operating hours, and more information on Cebu South Bus Terminal.
How to Get to Cebu South Bus Terminal
Address: N. Bacalso Avenue, Cebu City
From Mactan Airport, the fastest way to get to Cebu South Bus Terminal is via taxi. If you’re travelling with a small group or have bulky luggage, you might want to consider this option. Taxi fare is expected to range from 200 to 300 PHP.
Other than taxis, you can ride MyBus to SM Cebu or Parkmall for 50 PHP. There is a 30 minute interval in between buses. At both malls, you can catch a 01K jeep to Elizabeth Mall. The Cebu South Bus Terminal is right next to it, so just walk on over. Jeepney fare should be about 10 PHP.
Another option to get to Cebu’s South Bus Terminal would be via Sugbo Transit Express Bus. This service runs from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a bus departing every hour. It only costs 40 PHP from Mactan Airport to CSBT. Other stops in this route include: Pacific Mall, Robinsons Galleria, and Cebu North Bus Terminal.
Cebu South Bus Terminal Facilities
At first glance, the terminal looks like a parking lot for buses. But once inside, you’ll find that the CSBT is equipped with facilities for passenger comfort and convenience.
There are ticketing counters where you can purchase bus tickets. Soon, a new centralized ticketing system will be in place to automate this process. While waiting for your trip, take a seat at the air conditioned waiting areas. Television screens are mounted to keep you entertained. Several restrooms, food stalls, and souvenir shops can be found in the vicinity. Arrivals and departures are announced on the PA system.
Cebu South Bus Terminal Operating Hours & Contact Number
The terminal is open 24/7. You can head here directly after your flight to catch the next available bus to your destination. Even on holidays, the Cebu South Bus Terminal is fully operational. Expect long queues and crowds on those peak travel dates.
To get in touch with the management, try calling their landline number: (032) 253 3830.
Cebu South Bus Terminal Routes
List of destinations you can reach by bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal.
Destinations in Cebu
Due to the high volume of passengers, trips to Oslob leave every 30 minutes.
Bato / Barili - ride this to get to Kawasan Falls, Badian, or Moalboal
Operator/s: Ceres, Metrolink
Bato / Oslob / Alcoy - ride this to get to Osmena Peak, Dalaguete, or Oslob
Operator/s: Ceres Liner
Samboan/Oslob - ride this to get to Osmena Peak, Dalaguete, or Oslob
Operator/s: Sunrays
Santander, Liloan Port - ride this to get to Osmena Peak, Dalaguete, or Oslob
Operator/s: Sunrays
Sibonga - ride this to get to Simala Shrine
Operator/s: Allowie, Andrew Liner, EDC, JRK/SEPO, Pioneer, Skippes, Yeoman
Aloguinsan via Pinamungajan
Operator/s: Jhade, JRK/SEPO
Argao
Operator/s: Ceres Liner
Balamban / Asturias
Operator/s: Corominas
Balamban / Pinamungajan
Operator/s: Ceres
Carcar
Operator/s: Befel Liner, Dos Hermanos, Inday Jean
Cebu to Dumanjug
Operator/s: Chan Transit, Socorro
Cebu to Toledo / Pinamungajan
Operator/s: Canoneo, Jegans
Cebu to Toledo / Balamban
Operator/s: Calvo, Gabe Transit
Destinations Outside of Cebu
Bacolod
Operator/s: Ceres Bus
Dumaguete
Operator/s: Ceres Bus
Zamboanga
Operator/s: Ceres Bus