Montenegro Shipping Batangas and Calapan
Planning your trip between Batangas and Calapan? BusTickets.ph connects you with Montenegro Shipping Lines’ RoRo ferry service. Their vessels cover the 46-kilometer route across the Verde Island Passage in 2 hours, offering multiple daily connections between these key ports.
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Schedule between Batangas and Calapan
Montenegro Shipping Lines operates frequent daily departures in both directions between Batangas Port and Calapan Port. Travel time is 2 hours.
| Batangas to Calapan | Calapan to Batangas |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 1:30 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 3:30 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 7:30 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 8:30 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 10:30 AM | 12:00 NN |
| 11:30 AM | 1:30 PM |
| 12:00 NN | 2:00 PM |
| 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 10:30 PM |
Service Features & Amenities
Montenegro Shipping Lines provides vital connectivity between Batangas and Calapan, operating modern RoRo vessels designed for both passenger and vehicle transport.
| Class Type & Pricing | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Standard Class (₱530) Student (₱420) Senior Citizen (₱380) Child (₱260) |
• Modern RoRo vessels with vehicle capacity • Covered seating areas with sea views • Open-air deck spaces • Clean restroom facilities • Professional crew service |
Vehicle Transport Rates
| Vehicle Type | Rate (includes driver) |
|---|---|
| Bicycle | ₱320 |
| Motorcycle (with driver) | ₱1,300 |
| Private Vehicle (with driver) | ₱3,240 |
Vehicle Transport Tips:
• Early arrival recommended for vehicle loading
• Vehicle registration required
• Additional passengers need separate tickets
• Commercial vehicles accepted – contact operator for rates
Boarding Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Check-in Time | 30 minutes before departure |
| Documentation | • Valid government-issued ID • Vehicle registration (for car transport) |
| Terminal Fees | • Batangas Port: ₱30 • Calapan Port: ₱20 |
Peak Travel Periods
Busiest Times:
• Holy Week/Easter holidays
• Christmas and New Year (December 15 – January 15)
• Summer vacation (March – May)
• Long weekends
• Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons
Travel Tips:
• Book morning trips to avoid afternoon crowds
• Best vehicle loading times: early morning or late evening
• Allow extra time during peak hours
• Consider weather conditions in monsoon season
Weather and Sailing Conditions
Important Notice:
• Sailings may be affected during typhoon season (June – November)
• Weather updates available at port offices
• Follow Montenegro’s social media for service updates
• Contact operator for sailing status during rough weather
Terminal Facilities
| Facility | Available At |
|---|---|
| Food Stalls | Both terminals |
| Waiting Area | Air-conditioned at Batangas, Covered at Calapan |
| Transport Services | Taxis, tricycles, and jeepneys at both ports |
| Parking | Available at both terminals (fees apply) |
Frequently Asked Questions
• Travel time is 2 hours
• Distance covered is 46 kilometers
• Actual duration may vary with weather
• Additional time needed for vehicle loading/unloading
• Book ticket online through BusTickets.ph
• Arrive 1 hour early for vehicle loading
• Bring vehicle registration and valid ID
• Follow port staff instructions for parking
• Batangas: Taxis and jeepneys from city center
• Calapan: Tricycles and jeepneys to city proper
• Both ports have parking facilities
• Transport services available at arrival areas
• Coast Guard may suspend sailings
• Check Montenegro’s social media for updates
• Contact port office for sailing status
• Rescheduling options available for cancelled trips
• Friday evenings for Manila-bound traffic
• Sunday afternoons for Mindoro-bound traffic
• Holiday seasons (Christmas, Holy Week)
• Early morning trips usually less crowded
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