(Commute Guide with Fares, Terminals, and Travel Tips)
If you're dreaming of a weekend surrounded by cool mountain air, pancit habhab, and colorful kiping decorations—Lucban, Quezon is calling! ๐ต๐ญ Whether you're visiting for the vibrant Pahiyas Festival in May or simply craving a laid-back escape from Manila, knowing how to get there stress-free makes all the difference.
As someone who has braved the long ride and figured out the transfers firsthand, I’ve put together this step-by-step 2025 transport guide to help you get from Metro Manila to Lucban via Lucena, complete with updated fares, schedules, icons, and local tips. Let’s make your trip smooth, scenic, and budget-friendly.
Catch a bus at either JAC Liner or Jam Liner
terminals in Metro Manila.
✅ Recommended: JAC Liner
✨ Newer buses, comfy seats, and
free Wi-Fi!
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Perfect for scrolling while en route.
- ๐ฐ Fare: ₱250.00 – ₱310.00
- ๐ Travel Time: 4–7 hours (depending on traffic)
๐ JAC Liner Terminals:
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Buendia Terminal
Donada St. cor. Buendia, Pasay City
☎️ (02) 404-2073
๐ 2:00 AM – 10:00 PM (+11 PM & 12 AM midnight trips)
๐ www.jacliner.com - ๐
Kamias (Cubao) Terminal
2 Mapagmahal St., Brgy. Pinyahan, EDSA, Quezon City
☎️ 928-6140 (Open 24/7)
๐ Jam Liner Terminals:
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Buendia Terminal
2124 Taft Ave., Pasay City
☎️ (02) 831-8264 | ๐ฑ 0915-231-5443 - ๐
Kamias Terminal
831 EDSA, Kamuning, Quezon City
☎️ (02) 990-1289 | ๐ฑ 0906-894-4758
๐ www.jam.com.ph
๐จ Tip: On holidays or festival weekends, buses fill up fast. Go early and line up at the terminal directly.
๐ Step 2: Transfer from
Lucena to Lucban
When you arrive in Lucena, ask the bus conductor to drop you at Diversion Road, where jeepneys to Lucban are stationed.
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Ride a Jeepney to Lucban
๐ Jeepney terminal beside Jollibee, Diversion Road
๐ฐ Fare: ₱30.00
๐ Travel Time: ~45 minutes
๐ Ask to be dropped off near Lucban Church or the town plaza
๐ If you're dropped at the public market terminal, it's just a short walk to the center.
๐บ Alternative Route: From Lucena Town Proper to Lucban
Already in the Lucena town proper? Here’s how to get to Lucban:
- ๐บ Ride a jeepney to Domoit Junction (₱8.00)
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At Diversion Road, hop on a jeepney to Lucban (₱15.00)
๐ Ask to be dropped near the church or municipal hall
๐ Travel Tips for 2025:
๐ Go early
especially during holidays or Pahiyas week (May).
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Bring a power bank – total travel time can stretch 5–8 hours.
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Weather changes fast in Quezon. Pack a light raincoat or umbrella.๐ฒ
Download offline maps if you’re unfamiliar with Lucena/Lucban jeepney
stops.
๐ฃ Plan Your Lucban Trip Today!
Whether it's for the colorful Pahiyas Festival or a
peaceful escape to the countryside, this guide will help you get there
smoothly.
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share it, and enjoy your trip!
Hi! We will be visiting Lucban this coming May 2019. I would like to ask how long will it take to get from Lucena Diversion road to Lucban? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWe're going to Samkara Resort how can we get there via public transportation
ReplyDeleteWhat are the schedules of trip going to lucban from lucena via jeepney.?
ReplyDeleteJeepney is always availble from 6am to 7pm
DeleteHi Planing for DIY to Pahiyas Festival, any Recon for Accommodation thanks
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