HOW TO GET HERE?

To reach Cabadbaran City via land travel, follow these general directions depending on your starting point:

From Butuan City

• Distance: Approximately 30 kilometers.
• Route:
  • Take the national highway (Butuan-Cabadbaran-Surigao Road) heading north.
  • You will pass through the municipalities of RTR.
  • Continue on the main highway until you reach Cabadbaran City.
• Travel Time: Approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour by bus, van, or private vehicle.

From Surigao City

• Distance: Approximately 115 kilometers.
• Route:
  • Take the national highway (Surigao-Butuan Road) heading south.
  • Pass through the municipalities of Kitcharao, Jabonga, Santiago, and Tubay, among others.
  • Continue southward until you reach Cabadbaran City.
• Travel Time: Approximately 2 to 3 hours by bus, van, or private vehicle.

From Davao City

• Distance: Approximately 300 kilometers.
• Route:
  • Take the Davao-Butuan Highway (also known as Maharlika Highway or Pan-Philippine Highway).
  • Head north, passing through Tagum, Monkayo, and San Francisco (Agusan del Sur).
  • Continue towards Butuan City, then follow the directions from Butuan to Cabadbaran City.
• Travel Time: Approximately 6 to 8 hours by bus or private vehicle.

Public Transportation Options

• Bus: Major bus companies such as Bachelor Express, Philtranco, and Davao Metro Shuttle offer routes that pass through or terminate in Cabadbaran City. Buses can be taken from terminals in major cities.
• Van: Vans for hire are available at terminals in Butuan City and other nearby cities, offering a faster alternative to buses.
• Jeepney: Local jeepneys can also be taken from Butuan City to Cabadbaran City for a more economical option.

Make sure to check current schedules and road conditions, especially during the rainy season, as travel times may vary.

Reaching Cabadbaran City via sea travel involves getting to a nearby port and then continuing by land, as Cabadbaran itself does not have a major seaport. Here’s how you can do it:

Step 1: Sea Travel to Nearby Ports

You’ll need to travel by sea to one of the nearest ports:

• Nasipit Port (Agusan del Norte)
  • From Manila: Take a ferry from Manila to Nasipit Port, which is the nearest major port to Cabadbaran City. Several shipping lines like 2GO Travel operate this route.
  • From Cebu: Ferries also travel from Cebu to Nasipit Port.
  • Travel Time: Approximately 24-30 hours from Manila; 8-10 hours from Cebu.
• Surigao City Port
  • From Cebu: Ferries operate routes from Cebu to Surigao City Port.
  • From Manila: Some shipping lines offer routes to Surigao City, but this is less common.
  • Travel Time: Approximately 10-12 hours from Cebu; 30-36 hours from Manila.

Step 2: Land Travel from the Port to Cabadbaran City

Once you arrive at either Nasipit or Surigao City Port, you’ll need to continue your journey by land:

• From Nasipit Port:
  • Distance to Cabadbaran City: Approximately 35 kilometers.
  • Travel Time: Around 1 hour by bus, van, or private vehicle.
  • Route: Take a bus or van from Nasipit Port heading towards Butuan City, then transfer to another bus or van going north to Cabadbaran City.
• From Surigao City Port:
  • Distance to Cabadbaran City: Approximately 115 kilometers.
  • Travel Time: Around 2-3 hours by bus, van, or private vehicle.
  • Route: Take a bus or van heading south towards Butuan City, passing through Cabadbaran City.

Public Transportation from Ports

• Bus: Buses are available at both Nasipit and Surigao City Ports, connecting to major destinations including Cabadbaran City.
• Van: Vans for hire offer a faster alternative and are available at the ports.
• Tricycle/Jeepney: At Nasipit Port, you can also take a tricycle to the main highway and transfer to a jeepney bound for Cabadbaran.

• Tips
  • Check the ferry schedules and book your tickets in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
  • Be prepared for the possibility of delays due to weather conditions, particularly during the typhoon season.

Cabadbaran City doesn't have its own airport, so to reach it via air travel, you'll need to fly to the nearest airport and then continue by land. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Fly to the Nearest Airport

The nearest airports to Cabadbaran City are:

• Bancasi Airport in Butuan City (BXU)
  • From Manila: Direct flights are available from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to Bancasi Airport. Several airlines, including Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia, offer this route.
  • From Cebu: Direct flights are also available from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Bancasi Airport.
  • Travel Time: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Manila; 1 hour from Cebu.
• Surigao Airport (SUG)
  • From Manila: Limited direct flights are available, though not as frequent as those to Butuan.
  • From Cebu: Direct flights are available from Cebu to Surigao Airport.
  • Travel Time: Approximately 1.5 hours from Manila; 45 minutes to 1 hour from Cebu.

Step 2: Land Travel from the Airport to Cabadbaran City

Once you arrive at the airport, continue your journey to Cabadbaran City by land:

• From Bancasi Airport, Butuan City:
  • Distance to Cabadbaran City: Approximately 30 kilometers.
  • Travel Time: Around 45 minutes to 1 hour by bus, van, or private vehicle.
  • Route:
    • From the airport, take a taxi, tricycle, or jeepney to the Butuan City bus terminal.
    • From the terminal, take a bus, van, or jeepney heading north towards Cabadbaran City.
• From Surigao Airport:
  • Distance to Cabadbaran City: Approximately 115 kilometers.
  • Travel Time: Around 2 to 3 hours by bus, van, or private vehicle.
  • Route:
    • From the airport, take a tricycle or taxi to the Surigao City bus terminal.
    • From the terminal, take a bus or van heading south towards Butuan City, passing through Cabadbaran City.

Public Transportation Options

• Bus: Both Butuan City and Surigao City have bus terminals with regular services to Cabadbaran City.
• Van: Vans for hire are a faster alternative to buses and are available at both airports.
• Taxi/Tricycle: These are available for shorter transfers within the city or to the bus terminal.

Tips

• Check flight availability and schedules in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
• If flying into Surigao, be sure to verify that your flight will be arriving at Surigao Airport, as weather and operational issues sometimes cause flights to be redirected.