Philippines
Batangas → Puerto Galera
The quickest way from Manila’s side of the Verde Island Passage to Puerto Galera: fastcraft from Batangas Port to Balatero Port in about 45 minutes to 1½ hours. Island Water, Montenegro Lines and Galerian all sail the route, and the Municipality of Puerto Galera publishes their fares.
Batangas to Puerto Galera ferry at a glance
The ferry from Batangas to Puerto Galera takes 45m – 1h 30m across the Verde Island Passage, operated by Island Water, Montenegro Lines and Galerian Water Transport Services. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: island Water: 5 fastcraft departures from Batangas on 1 April 2026 (07:30–15:30); fewer on quiet days.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-08.
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Return crossing: Puerto Galera to Batangas
Island Water and Montenegro Lines and Galerian Water Transport Services also sail Puerto Galera to Batangas, taking 45m – 1h 30m. Balatero → Batangas: Island Water left at 05:30, 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 13:45 and 15:00 on 1 April 2026.
Batangas to Puerto Galera ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Several fastcraft departures a day each way; Island Water publishes the times day by day (5 from Batangas on 1 April 2026)
Published departure times
- Batangas → Balatero, Island Water (1 Apr 2026): 07:30, 09:00, 11:00, 12:15, 15:30
- Balatero → Batangas, Island Water (1 Apr 2026): 05:30, 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 13:45, 15:00
- Sunday 30 Aug 2026, Island Water: Batangas 07:30, 13:45; Balatero 11:00, 15:00
Return: Balatero → Batangas: Island Water left at 05:30, 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 13:45 and 15:00 on 1 April 2026.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Island Water timetable →Check prices & book on 12Go →Source: Island Water official Facebook timetables. Verified 2026-10-08.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Island Water | About 1h 30m (fastcraft) | Fastcraft, Island Simara (RoRo) |
| Montenegro Lines | Not published by the operator | Fastcraft, RoRo |
| Galerian Water Transport Services | About 45m (fast boat) | Fastcraft |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
16 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Island Water’s Puerto Galera ticket office is in Centro, Balatero; its Batangas office is on Batangas Port Access Road, Brgy. Santa Clara
- Island Water also sails Batangas – Abra de Ilog (Occidental Mindoro)
Tips for the Batangas to Puerto Galera Crossing
- Island Water asks passengers to check in at its counter one hour before departure; unclaimed reserved seats go to chance passengers.
- Island Water’s RoRo, the Island Simara, charges ₱550 regular, ₱870 business and ₱1,200 VIP (July 2026).