Transportation Services
Getting around the second largest metropolis in the country is easy with the varying types of transport available. The “King of the road” or jeepney represents the innovativeness and creativity of Filipinos. In Cebu, jeepney is the most popular mode of transport with a conductor to call in passengers. Tourists are advised to beat the handrail of the jeepney using a coin for the jeepney to stop or simply tell the conductor the place where you need to stop for him to beat the roof of the jeepney. For only eight pesos (minimum fare) you can go to your desired destination given that you took the right route.
The Osmeña circle. It’s a big giant traffic circle with a big park in the middle of it!
If want to get around the city or anywhere in Cebu without the hassle of transferring from one jeepney to another, taxis are available. Air-conditioned taxis are accessible anywhere in Cebu with built-in stereo for comfort and light entertainment. In addition, make sure to ask the taxi driver if there is a metre or use the metre before getting in to avoid being ripped off. Flag down rate starts at 30 pesos and additional 2.50 pesos for the succeeding 200 metres (actual fare plus ten pesos as directed by Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB)). Another common type of transportation which can be found in remote barangays and cities in the province is tricycle. The regular motorcycle is designed with seating capacity on the side that can carry six passengers. Motorcycle fare ranges from 5 pesos to 10 pesos depending on your destination.
Filipinos are known worldwide for being a survivor and the ability to cope with the everyday challenges. With the soaring price of gasoline, trisikads are considered the best cost cutting transport. These three-wheeled non-motorized bikes are typically available in suburb areas and barangays. Tartanilla or horse-driven carriages are also accessible in Carbon and Ermita areas.
