City, Philippines
Getting around Cebu
How to get around Cebu
Cebu has no rail; the MyBus BRT is still being built. Use Grab, taxis and jeepneys in town, and book vans or buses for south-coast day trips.
Ways to get around Cebu
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Grab | 120–250 PHP for 5 km | Cars and bikes; the easiest option for visitors |
| Jeepney | 12–20 PHP | Route numbers on the side; cash only, ask a local for your route |
| Taxi | From 40 PHP flag-down plus meter | Insist on the meter |
| Ceres bus from South Bus Terminal | About 200–300 PHP to Moalboal | 3–4 h; aircon buses leave about hourly |
Ride-hailing apps in Cebu
A 5 km ride costs about ₱120–250 ($1.9–4.0).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Grab | Most drivers; cars and bikes, airport pickups |
| Angkas | Motorcycle taxis for beating traffic |
| inDrive | Name-your-price option |
- Taxis are fine if the meter runs; Grab is easier for airport pickups. Jeepneys are cheap but confusing without a local.
Arriving in Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International (CEB)
Grab or taxi 300–500 PHP to IT Park or Ayala, 30–60 min depending on traffic; the MyBus BRT is not yet running.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented by the day on Mactan and the south coast for about 400–600 PHP; Cebu City traffic is dense and crashes are common.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for 90 days after arrival; non-English licences need an official translation or IDP.
- Onward travel in Philippines: Fly between islands (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia); ferries and fast craft link neighbouring islands. Weather cancels boats and flights, so keep buffer days.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Cebu?
No. Use Grab, Angkas, inDrive instead.
What's the best way to get around Cebu?
Cebu has no rail; the MyBus BRT is still being built. Use Grab, taxis and jeepneys in town, and book vans or buses for south-coast day trips.
How do I get from the airport to Cebu?
Grab or taxi 300–500 PHP to IT Park or Ayala, 30–60 min depending on traffic; the MyBus BRT is not yet running.
Is Cebu walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- Philippine Airlines
- Cebu Pacific
- Mactan-Cebu International Airport (GMR Megawide)
- Grab Philippines
- Department of Tourism
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