Last updated: 17 January 2025
Have you heard of the stunning beaches in Pagudpud? How about the cobblestone streets in Vigan? Do you know about the sand dunes in Paoay? These are just some of the treasures cradled by the provinces of Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. And although it’s a really long drive from Manila, these stunning attractions give tourists all the reasons to visit.
Aside from the wonderful places you can visit, the Ilocano cuisine also adds flavor to this destination. From popular eats like the Vigan longganisa, Ilocos empanada, and bagnet to dishes you probably have never heard of, there’s a little bit of everything, even for the most finicky of tastebuds. Some dishes you can try during your trip are igado, dinardaraan, dinakdakan, sinanglao, poque-poque, and more.
All these things combined makes the 8-10 hours travel time from Manila to Ilocos worth it. But if you’re not a fan of really long drives or you don’t have a car, passenger buses are the way to go. There are a few bus companies that have a Manila to Ilocos route. Usually, they are bound for Vigan in Ilocos Sur or Laoag in Ilocos Norte. Catching a bus to Ilocos is trouble-free because these bus companies have multiple trips daily from morning to late night.
If you’re thinking about going on a trip to Ilocos, below are the Manila to Ilocos bus schedules and operators to help you plan your trip.
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Things to Do in Ilocos
Still building your itinerary for a holiday getaway in Ilocos?
We created a couple of articles focusing on the must-visit places and top things to do in Ilocos Norte. You can find them here:
- Top Things to Do in Laoag & Paoay
- Top Things to Do in Pagudpud & Burgos
- 25 Tourist Spots for Your Ilocos Norte Itinerary
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Fariñas Trans – Manila to Ilocos Bus Schedules
Fariñas Trans is one of the major bus companies that connects Manila to Ilocos. This bus company
has had a long history as a transport company plying between Laoag to Manila. It is owned and operated by the notable Fariñas family of Ilocos Norte.
Below are their bus schedules for their Manila to Ilocos trips. These depart from their terminals in Metro Manila located in Sampaloc and Cubao. Please note that these schedules might change without prior notice. Just to be sure, check with Fariñas Trans’ Facebook Page or official website for the updated schedule or contact them prior to your trip.
If you want to reserve seats and book in advance, you may visit iwantseats.com. Accepted payment methods are GCash and bank transfer.
Sampaloc to Laoag
- 07:00 AM – First Class w/ CR
- 12:30 PM – First Class w/ CR
- 06:00 PM – First Class w/ CR
- 07:00 PM – First Class w/ CR
- 08:00 PM – First Class w/ CR
- 09:00 PM – First Class with CR
- 09:30 PM – First Class with CR
- 10:00 PM – Super Deluxe
- 10:30 PM – Super First Class
- 11:00 PM – Super Deluxe
As of: 17 January 2025
Fares: P1,000 (First Class w/ CR) | P1,000 (Super First Class) | P1,100 (Super Deluxe)
Cubao to Laoag
- 08:30 PM – First Class with CR
As of: 17 January 2025
Fares: P1,000 (First Class w/ CR)
GV Florida Transport – Manila to Ilocos Bus Schedules
Formerly known as the Florida Liner, GV Florida Transport is another major bus company that plies Northern Luzon destinations. From their terminal in Sampaloc, Manila, they have trips to different parts of Cagayan, Isabela, and Ilocos Norte. Most of their trips to Ilocos Norte are bound for Laoag, but they also have routes to Pagudpud.
Below are the bus schedules of GV Florida Transport for their Manila to Ilocos, specifically Laoag, trips. Keep in mind that these schedules might change so it’s best to check GV Florida Transport’s Facebook page for updates. You may also message their page for inquiries.
If you want to book a ticket in advance, you can visit gvfloridatrans.com to book. Payments for online bookings are through GCash or bank deposit.
Cubao to Laoag
- 09:00 AM – Deluxe
- 10:30 AM – Deluxe
- 12:00 PM – Deluxe
- 01:30 PM – Deluxe
- 03:30 PM – Deluxe
- 04:30 PM – Deluxe
- 05:15 PM – Deluxe
- 06:30 PM – Deluxe
- 07:15 PM – Sleeper Bus
- 08:00 PM – Deluxe
- 08:30 PM – Deluxe
- 09:00 PM – Deluxe
- 10:00 PM – P2P Executive Deluxe
As of: 12 January 2025
Fares: P1,000 (Deluxe) | P1,100 (Higer Tourist Bus) | P1,150 (Sleeper Bus)
Sampaloc to Laoag
- 01:00 AM – Deluxe
- 02:10 AM – Deluxe
- 03:10 AM – Deluxe
- 04:10 AM – Deluxe
- 05:10 AM – Deluxe
- 06:10 AM – Deluxe
- 08:10 AM – Deluxe
- 09:10 AM – Deluxe
- 10:10 AM – Deluxe
- 10:40 AM – Deluxe
- 12:40 PM – Deluxe
- 02:10 PM – Deluxe
- 03:10 PM – Deluxe
- 04:10 PM – Deluxe
- 05:10 PM – Deluxe
- 06:10 PM – Deluxe
- 06:40 PM – Deluxe
- 07:40 PM – Deluxe
- 08:10 PM – Deluxe
- 08:40 PM – Deluxe
- 08:55 PM – Sleeper Bus
- 09:10 PM – Deluxe
- 09:40 PM – Deluxe
- 10:25 PM – Sleeper Bus
- 10:30 PM – P2P Deluxe Bus
As of: 8 January 2025
Fares: P1,000 (Deluxe) | P1,100 (Higer Tourist Bus) | P1,150 (Sleeper Bus)
Maria de Leon Trans – Manila to Ilocos Bus Schedules
A bus company that’s known and trusted by locals in Ilocos, Maria de Leon has scheduled trips to Ilocos from Manila daily. Although they don’t have their own dedicated bus terminal in Manila, they terminate at Bataan Transit Bus Terminal in Avenida, Manila.
Below is their trip schedule for Manila to Ilocos, which will take effect on December 2024. This schedule might change so make sure to visit their Facebook page for updates. You may also send a message to their page for advanced reservations.
Avenida to Laoag
- 02:00 AM – Super Deluxe
- 03:30 AM – Deluxe
- 04:30 AM – Deluxe
- 06:30 AM – Deluxe
- 09:30 AM – Deluxe
- 12:00 PM – Deluxe
- 01:30 PM – Deluxe
- 03:00 PM – Deluxe
- 05:00 PM – Deluxe
- 06:00 PM – Deluxe
- 07:00 PM – Super Deluxe
- 08:00 PM – Deluxe
- 09:00 PM – Super Deluxe
- 10:00 PM – Deluxe
Note: The Bataan Transit Terminal address is along Doroteo Jose Street corner Oroquieta Road in the City of Manila
Viron Transit – Manila to Ilocos Bus Schedules
Viron Transit has routes to various parts of Northern Luzon. From their terminals in Cubao and Dapitan, Manila, they ferry passengers to different provinces. They have trips to La Union, Abra, Pangasinan, and of course, Ilocos. For its Ilocos destinations, it covers Vigan, Laoag, and Narvacan.
Currently, it doesn’t post schedule and fare updates so its best to contact Viron Transit via Facebook page. You may also get in touch using these contact details to verify the schedule and for other inquiries.
- Mobile Numbers: +63 932 888 6593 | +63 923 615 0886
- Landline: (02) 8741-0405
- Email Address: vtci_0408@yahoo.com
Partas – Manila to Ilocos Bus Schedules
Partas is another established bus company that has been transporting passengers from Manila to provinces in northern Luzon and vice versa. They have different types of buses that you can board depending on your preferences. Fares vary for each bus type, but if you want a more comfortable journey, paying a little extra would surely go a long way. Partas operates regular aircon, deluxe, super deluxe, and luxury buses, so you can take your pick based on your preferred comfort level.
Partas hasn’t published an updated trip schedule on their Facebook page so we gave them a call. According to the staff we talked to, they don’t have fixed schedules for their Ilocos routes as of the moment. Trip schedules vary day-to-day as of the moment. However, if you want to book Partas for your trip, you may contact your chosen terminal to ask for the schedule on your intended travel date. Here are the contact numbers:
- Cubao Terminal: +63 917 819 3909
- Pasay Terminal: +63 917 843 9394
- Sampaloc Terminal: +63 917 109 6718
Partas also accepts advanced booking online:
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Where to Stay in Ilocos
After checking out these bus schedules, next on your travel preparation checklist is a place to stay. There are different types of accommodations that you can find in Ilocos depending on where you decide to stay. Hotels and transient houses are plenty in Vigan and Laoag. Meanwhile, you can find beachfront accommodations if you plan to visit Pagudpud. Here are some highly-rated hotels that you can consider for your trip. We included accommodation options located in Vigan, Laoag, and Pagudpud below.
Top Vigan Hotels
These are just some of the highly recommended hotels to consider when you visit Vigan.
- PARADORES DE VIGAN
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - LA CASA BLANCA DE VIGAN HOTEL
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - CIUDAD FERNANDINA HOTEL
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - HOTEL LUNA
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - HOTEL VENETO DE VIGAN
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Top Laoag Hotels
Below are among the top hotels in Laoag, the capital city of Ilocos Norte.
- FORT ILOCANDIA RESORT HOTEL
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - JAVA HOTEL
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - VIVEN HOTEL
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - WEST GATE HOTEL
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - RIO GRANDE DE LAOAG RESORT HOTEL
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Top Pagudpud Resorts
For sun chasers planning to stay in Pagudpud, here are some of the best resorts as rated by online users.
- IKANI SURF RESORT
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - NEST RESORT PAGUDPUD
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - ALTA VISTA ILOCANDIA
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - PAGUDPUD RINNOVATI BEACH RESORT
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here! - SAFFIRE BEACH RESORT AND GLAMPING
✅ Check Rates & Availability Here!
We’ve also created top accommodation articles for specific places and popular tourist destinations in Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. For your convenience, we compiled all of them. Here are the top hotels and resorts in:
Find more Ilocos Norte Hotels and Ilocos Sur Hotels!
Updates Log
2025.01.17 – Updated schedules, fares, and other info (contact numbers, terminal changes, etc.)
2023.12.21 – First Uploaded
Written by: Mariah Cruz
Additional Writing by: Astrid Alvarez
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