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How to Get to Siquijor: Ferry Routes & Travel Guide

  • Writer: Andre Serrano
    Andre Serrano
  • Feb 24
  • 3 min read

Updated: Mar 6


Ferry to Siquijor
Ferry to Siquijor

There are many ways to get to Siquijor, but one thing is unavoidable—you must take a ferry. There’s no escaping it!


Below, I’ll break down the best ferry routes from Cebu City, Bohol, and Dumaguete, including travel times, ticket info, and what to expect on board.


🚢 Getting to Siquijor from Cebu City

Cebu City is the biggest city in the region, and naturally, it has the largest ferries heading to Siquijor.



How Comfortable is the Ferry?

Air-conditioned cabins (Tip: Bring a jacket! The AC is freezing ❄️)

Comfortable seats (But no beds, so don’t expect to lay down)

The chairs are comfortable. Not a 5 star cruise ship chair, but good.
The chairs are comfortable. Not a 5 star cruise ship chair, but good.

How Long is the Trip?

  • Total travel time: 6 hours

  • Route: Cebu City → Bohol (4 hours) → 30-min stop → Siquijor (2 hours)

OceanJet viewed from outside
OceanJet viewed from outside

🎟️ Where to Buy Tickets?

The ferry company is Ocean Jet. You can book your tickets directly here:👉 Ocean Jet Website



🚢 Getting to Siquijor from Bohol

Coming from Bohol? Easy! You’ll be hopping on the same ferry that comes from Cebu—just with a much shorter ride.


How Comfortable is the Ferry?

Same as the Cebu-Siquijor route—AC, comfy chairs, but no beds.


How Long is the Trip?

  • Total travel time: 2.5–3 hours

  • Route: Bohol → Siquijor (direct, no stops)


Where to Buy Tickets?

Same as before! Book with Ocean Jet:👉 Ocean Jet Website



🚢 Getting to Siquijor from Dumaguete (Fastest & Easiest!)

Dumaguete pier waiting room
Dumaguete pier waiting room

This is by far the fastest, easiest, and most common way to get to Siquijor. Many locals travel between Dumaguete and Siquijor for shopping, construction materials, and more—so ferries run frequently.


How Comfortable is the Ferry?

Same as the other routes—cold AC, comfy chairs, no beds.


How Long is the Trip?

  • Total travel time: 1.5 hours

  • Route: Dumaguete → Siquijor (direct, no stops)


Where to Buy Tickets?

Unlike the Cebu and Bohol routes, multiple ferry companies operate here. You can check schedules and book tickets here:👉 12Go Asia Website


You arrived to Siquijor, now what?

Siquijor Port
Siquijor Port

Welcome to Siquijor! Now that you’re here, let’s talk about your next steps before heading to San Juan.


🛵 Step 1: Rent a Scooter at the Port

If I were you, I’d rent a scooter right at the port—it’s cheaper than renting one in San Juan. Prices are usually more negotiable at the Siquijor Pier, so take advantage of that!

👉 Check out my full blog post on renting scooters in Siquijor here.


🏝️ Step 2: Head to San Juan

Once you’ve got your ride, it’s time to cruise to San Juan—the best spot for Digital Nomads on the island.

And guess what? My coworking space (or should I say, OUR coworking space 😉) is right in the heart of it all, close to everything you need.

So, grab that scooter and let the adventure begin! 🚀


Final Thoughts

🚢 Best Route for Speed: Dumaguete → Siquijor (1.5 hours)🚢 Best Route from a Big City: Cebu → Siquijor (6 hours)🚢 Best Middle-Ground Option: Bohol → Siquijor (2.5–3 hours)

No matter where you’re coming from, Siquijor is worth the journey! 🌴✨


Got Questions? Drop them below! I’ll try to reply the same day. 🚀



 
 
 

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