About FastCat
FastCat consists of catamaran roll-on roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessels. You can rest easy knowing that Fast Cat ferries are designed to withstand the Philippine seas and its weather conditions. The twin hull design makes the vessels more stable. In addition, the vessels all have a fire security system and navigation system. Fast Cat easily transports 300 passengers along with cars, trucks, or buses while ensuring everyone’s safety. The FastCat Online Booking tool is available for all routes and can be used to book tickets online.
Here are the most popular routes from FastCat.
FastCat Online Booking
PHBus is in collaboration with an online booking provider for FastCat. Utilize the search form below to book your ferry trip, and follow these 5 steps to ensure real-time ticket availability:
FastCat Ferry FAQ
Here are five reasons why you might choose FastCat Ferry: Speed and Efficiency: FastCat Ferries are known for their high-speed vessels, offering swift and efficient transportation between ports. With faster travel times, passengers can reach their destinations quickly and maximize their time at their destination.
Modern and Well-Maintained Fleet: FastCat Ferries operates a modern fleet of vessels equipped with advanced technology and amenities. Passengers can enjoy a comfortable and safe journey onboard well-maintained ships.
Spacious and Comfortable Facilities: FastCat Ferries provide spacious seating areas and comfortable facilities for passengers. Whether you prefer indoor seating with air conditioning or outdoor lounges with panoramic views, FastCat Ferries offers comfortable options for all travelers.
Comprehensive Route Network: FastCat Ferries serve various ports and destinations across the Philippines, connecting major islands and regions. With a comprehensive route network, passengers have access to convenient transportation options to their desired destinations.
Commitment to Safety and Reliability: FastCat Ferries prioritize safety and reliability, ensuring that passengers have a secure and dependable travel experience. With strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations, FastCat Ferries provides peace of mind to passengers throughout their journey. These reasons make FastCat Ferry a preferred choice for travelers seeking fast, comfortable, and reliable ferry transportation in the Philippines.
From Manila, ride an Alps Bus, JAM Bus, or Ceres Bus that’s bound for Batangas Pier. Bus terminals are located in Cubao, Alabang, Buendia, and Pasay.
Fast Cat serves trips to Batangas, Mindoro, Sorsogon, Bacolod, Iloilo, Dumaguete, Cebu, Aklan, Samar, Bohol, Leyte, Surigao del Norte, and Zamboanga.
Fast Cat ferries have daily departures. Routes will have different frequency of trips. For Batangas to Calapan, there are 6 departures daily. Meanwhile, Cebu to Tubigon only has 2 departures daily. To see the exact timetable of trips, please use the search tool above.
You can book Fast Cat one-way and roundtrip ferry tickets online with PH Bus. Visit book.phbus.com and select your routes, dates, and number of passengers.
The price of ferry tickets will vary depending on the type of accommodation you choose. Here are the estimated fares for the popular routes of Fast Cat.
Batangas to Calapan: 240+ PHP
Iloilo to Bacolod: 240+ PHP
Dumaguete to Dapitan: 450+ PHP
Cebu to Tubigon: 275+ PHP
Bulalacao to Caticlan: 460+ PHP
Child, Student, Senior, and PWD discounts of 20% apply for tickets bought from the port only.
These are the estimated travel times for Fast Cat’s popular ferry routes. The actual duration of the trip will depend on weather conditions.
Batangas to Calapan: 1 hour 30 minutes
Iloilo to Bacolod: 1 hour 40 minutes
Dumaguete to Dapitan: 3 hours
Cebu to Tubigon: 1 hour 30 minutes
Bulalacao to Caticlan: 3 hours
Each passenger may bring 1 hand-carry luggage with a max weight of 7kg.
Depending on the vessel, passengers can expect to see some, if not all, of the following amenities on board:
Restroom
Air-conditioned areas
LCD TV
Elevator for PWDs
Snack bar
Car deck
Yes, Fast Cat has cargo and vehicle shipping services.