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Palawan Museum
City museum presenting Palawan history, indigenous culture and local archaeology in a compact central heritage building.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from El Nido to Puerto Princesa City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from El Nido to Puerto Princesa City will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 12 buses from El Nido to Puerto Princesa City, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from El Nido to Puerto Princesa City run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 176 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 176 km |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 3:00 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from El Nido to Puerto Princesa City.
The table below shows live departures for El Nido to Puerto Princesa City coaches for today, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 13:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 18:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 15:30 El Nido | 5h30 | 21:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 16:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 21:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 17:30 El Nido | 5h30 | 23:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 18:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 23:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 5:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 10:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 6:00 El Nido | 6h00 | 12:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:30 El Nido | 5h00 | 12:30 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 9:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 14:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 10:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 15:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 10:30 El Nido | 5h30 | 16:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:00 El Nido | 5h00 | 16:00 Puerto Princesa City | 0 changesdirect | |
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City museum presenting Palawan history, indigenous culture and local archaeology in a compact central heritage building.
Small educational centre with displays on crocodiles, wetlands and wildlife conservation, useful before exploring local nature sites.
Heritage house museum showing old photographs, household objects and family memorabilia that illustrate earlier life in Puerto Princesa.
Popular hilltop viewpoint with gardens and sweeping views over Puerto Princesa, ideal for sunset, photos and a short relaxed stop.
Open-air seaside promenade known for evening walks, harbour views and public space where locals gather after sunset.
Waterside mangrove reserve explored by guided paddle boat, valued for quiet scenery, wildlife spotting and community-based tours.
Tamilok is a mangrove woodworm served fresh with vinegar or citrus. It is a Palawan speciality prized for its briny flavour and daring local appeal.
Crocodile sisig is chopped crocodile meat sautéed with onions and chillies on a sizzling plate. It is a Puerto Princesa favourite with a lean, gamey taste.
Danggit lamayo is butterflied rabbitfish marinated in vinegar, garlic and spices, then dried or fried. It is a common Palawan breakfast dish.
Long-running local restaurant known for tamilok, crocodile dishes and seafood in a relaxed, rustic setting popular with visitors and residents.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving Palawan specialities, grilled catch and local exotic dishes in a spacious, family-friendly setting.
Stylish restaurant offering Filipino and international plates, fresh seafood and a polished atmosphere suitable for a more refined meal.
Budget-friendly by Philippine island standards: guesthouses, local meals and tricycles are cheap, while tours and higher-end resorts raise daily costs.
Service charge may be included. If not, round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants. Taxis do not expect tips, but rounding up is polite. Small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from El Nido to Puerto Princesa City by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Puerto Princesa City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most El Nido to Puerto Princesa City buses use the El Nido to Puerto Princesa City station pair. Use this guide to compare El Nido and Puerto Princesa City bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
El Nido is 3 km from El Nido city centre. Public transport options include:
El Nido has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at El Nido. ATMs are available at El Nido.
Ticket office support is available at El Nido.
Available at El Nido: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Nido: Limited accessibility for disabled persons.
Puerto Princesa City is 12 km from Puerto Princesa City city centre. Public transport options include:
Puerto Princesa City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Puerto Princesa City. ATMs are available at Puerto Princesa City.
Ticket office support is available at Puerto Princesa City.
Available at Puerto Princesa City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Puerto Princesa City.
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