The 2GO new routes for 2026 add four direct portlinks: Davao to Zamboanga, General Santos to Zamboanga, Zamboanga to Iloilo, and Cebu to Batangas. 2GO Travel announced them in a “New Portlinks” advisory dated September 7, 2026, and opened bookings on September 23. This guide lays out the weekly timetable, the published base fares, what the fuel surcharge cap adds, and the boarding rules for children and pets, all checked against the 2GO advisory page as of October 2026.
How the 2GO new routes fit into the network
The new portlinks are not separate ships. 2GO added extra calls to two loops that already ran from Manila:
| Loop | New legs | First sailing |
|---|---|---|
| Manila – Davao – General Santos – Zamboanga – Iloilo – Manila | Davao to Zamboanga, General Santos to Zamboanga, Zamboanga to Iloilo | September 26, 2026, counted from Davao |
| Manila – Cebu – Batangas – Manila | Cebu to Batangas | September 22, 2026, counted from Manila |
Each ship runs its loop once a week, so each new leg sails once a week. Before these calls, riders between these ports usually connected through Manila or pieced together buses and smaller ferries.
2GO new routes timetable: the Mindanao–Visayas loop
These times come from the 2GO travel advisories page. The transit column shows hours at sea, and the last column shows how long the ship stays in port.
| Leg | Departs | Arrives | Hours at sea | Hours in port |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manila to Davao | Wed 11:00 AM | Fri 6:00 PM | 55 | 10 |
| Davao to General Santos | Sat 4:00 AM | Sat 2:00 PM | 10 | 9 |
| General Santos to Zamboanga | Sat 11:00 PM | Sun 1:00 PM | 14 | 7 |
| Zamboanga to Iloilo | Sun 8:00 PM | Mon 11:00 AM | 15 | 7 |
| Iloilo to Manila | Mon 6:00 PM | Tue 3:00 PM | 21 | 20 |
A rider going from Davao to Zamboanga stays on board through the General Santos call. So that trip runs from Saturday 4:00 AM to Sunday 1:00 PM, about 33 hours in all.
2GO new routes timetable: Cebu to Batangas
| Leg | Departs | Arrives | Hours at sea | Hours in port |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manila to Cebu | Tue 7:00 AM | Wed 6:00 AM | 23 | 5 |
| Cebu to Batangas | Wed 11:00 AM | Thu 5:30 AM | 18.5 | 4.5 |
| Batangas to Manila | Thu 10:00 AM | Thu 5:00 PM | 7 | 12 |
The Thursday 5:30 AM arrival leaves a full day for the bus ride onward. That makes Batangas a handy landing point for people headed to Batangas, Laguna or Cavite, who would otherwise cross Metro Manila from North Harbor.
Base fares on the 2GO new routes
2GO published bunk base rates for each new leg, and it marks every rate “v.v.”, meaning the same base rate applies in both directions. The company says these are its highest published rates. Tiered pricing and the legal 20% senior, PWD and student discount then come off these amounts. All figures are in pesos, before the fuel surcharge and other charges.
| Class | Davao–Zamboanga | GenSan–Zamboanga | Zamboanga–Iloilo | Cebu–Batangas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP | 14,700.00 | 10,800.00 | 10,800.00 | 9,300.00 |
| Suite Room | 8,160.00 | 6,937.06 | 6,937.06 | 6,688.75 |
| Stateroom for 3 | 8,450.00 | 5,380.50 | 5,380.50 | 7,686.25 |
| State Room | 7,582.50 | 6,518.25 | 5,214.60 | 6,110.73 |
| Cabin | 4,015.99 | 3,397.50 | 3,397.50 | 3,196.84 |
| Business Class Room | 6,005.00 | 5,214.60 | 5,214.60 | 3,911.13 |
| Business Class Premium | 3,853.13 | 3,259.13 | 3,259.13 | 3,018.27 |
| Business Class (M-Series) | 3,753.13 | 3,259.13 | 3,259.13 | 2,750.41 |
| Business Class (S-Series) | 3,653.13 | 3,209.13 | 3,209.13 | 2,571.84 |
| Tourist Premium | 3,553.13 | 3,159.13 | 3,159.13 | 2,459.88 |
| Tourist | 3,453.13 | 3,109.13 | 3,109.13 | 2,370.59 |
What else goes into a 2GO new routes fare
According to the same advisory, the all-in fare can add meals, the fuel surcharge, a security fee, optional insurance, linen where it applies, and the issuing outlet’s service fee. These charges can differ by portlink. So compare classes using the total price on the booking screen, not the base fare alone.
The fuel surcharge cap
A later 2GO advisory says that from July 6, 2026, it follows MARINA Advisory No. 2026-35. That order caps the fuel surcharge at 10% of the base rate. 2GO attached the new matrix as an image, so the exact peso amount per leg was not published as text.
Worked example: Cebu to Batangas in Tourist
The Tourist base rate is ₱2,370.59. Under the 10% cap, the fuel surcharge can be at most about ₱237. A student with a valid ID gets 20% off the base rate, or about ₱474, before meals, fees and VAT are added. The booking screen shows the final total, and that figure is the one to trust.
Who the 2GO new routes help most
- Zamboanga families: direct sailings now link Zamboanga City with Davao, General Santos and Iloilo.
- Western Visayas travelers: Zamboanga to Iloilo gives Panay a direct sea link to western Mindanao.
- Cebu workers bound for Southern Luzon: Cebu to Batangas avoids the North Harbor detour.
- Movers with heavy luggage: a full-fare passenger may carry up to 50 kg of hand baggage, per 2GO’s FAQ.
Our 2GO baggage allowance guide lists the excess rates if you plan to carry more.
Booking the 2GO new routes
- Search your origin and destination on the 2GO website or app.
- If the leg does not appear, check that your date falls on or after the start date.
- Compare classes using the total price shown, not only the base rate.
- Book student and PWD fares at a 2GO ticketing office, since 2GO offers those discounts there only. Senior discounts work online too.
- Save the e-ticket itinerary receipt and pack a valid government ID.
Tickets are valid only on the departure date printed on them. That rule has applied since May 7, 2025, so revalidate before the sailing if your plans change.
Children, infants and unaccompanied minors
2GO’s advisory on minors sets clear rules, and they apply on the new legs as on any sailing:
| Passenger | Fare | What 2GO requires |
|---|---|---|
| Infant under 2 (below 1 meter) | ₱500 flat, sharing the adult’s bed; ticket can be issued at the port | Birth certificate, pediatrician’s fit-to-travel certificate, signed waiver |
| Child 2 to 11 | 75% of the regular fare or the full promo fare, whichever is lower | Adult companion and a school ID or birth certificate |
| Unaccompanied minor 11 to 17 | Regular fare | Parent or guardian endorsement at boarding, IDs of both, waiver form, named guardian at the destination |
The boarding officer decides whether an unaccompanied minor may sail, after an interview. Check with the local government at your destination too, since some LGUs add their own requirements.
On the day you sail
The official 2GO sailing schedule states that the gate closes one hour before departure. Its Before You Sail guide also asks passengers to reach the terminal 3 to 4 hours early. The new legs are mid-loop calls, so the ship may dock only a few hours before your sailing. Watch for SMS notices if it runs late. Our 2GO terminal and boarding guide covers IDs and terminal steps.
Planning trips on the 2GO new routes: two examples
A student going home from Iloilo to Zamboanga
The published loop sails Zamboanga to Iloilo on Sunday at 8:00 PM, but it lists no Iloilo to Zamboanga leg. Although the base rates say “v.v.”, the timetable runs one way. So search the booking system for Iloilo to Zamboanga before assuming a return exists. If it does not, plan the trip home by another route.
A worker moving from Cebu to Batangas
The Cebu to Batangas leg leaves on Wednesday at 11:00 AM and docks on Thursday at 5:30 AM. In Tourist the base rate is ₱2,370.59, while Business Class S costs ₱2,571.84, only about ₱200 more for more privacy on an overnight trip. A family of three should also price the Stateroom for 3 at ₱7,686.25 against three separate bunks.
Local tip: Bring a light jacket and snacks on the long Davao to Zamboanga leg. Aircon lounges get cold at night, and meal times on board may not match your own schedule.
Rebooking and refunds on the 2GO new routes
The 2GO rebooking and refund page sets the rules that matter on a once-a-week sailing:
- You can rebook or refund only before the ship departs. After that, the ticket expires.
- Rebooking carries a surcharge per ticket, plus any fare difference, and the current rate applies even to promo tickets.
- Refunds also carry a surcharge. Meals, terminal fee, insurance, security fee and linen are not refundable.
- A lost ticket can be reprinted at 2GO pier ticketing while it is still valid.
- Requests go to travelsupport@2go.com.ph from the email used for the booking, with a valid ID.
Missing a weekly leg costs a full week, which makes these rules matter more here. If your dates might move, rebook early rather than on the morning of departure. For the regular weekly sailings, see our 2GO schedule and fare guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do the 2GO new routes run in both directions?
The base rates are marked “v.v.”, but the timetable shows each loop sailing one way. Search the reverse leg in the booking system to see if 2GO offers it.
Can I bring a pet on the new legs?
2GO has a separate pet travel policy with its own fees and rules. Ask before you book, because pet space on each ship is limited.
Are the published fares final?
No, they are the highest base rates, so promos and tiered pricing may lower them, while the surcharge and fees raise the total.
Timetable, base rates and rules checked against 2GO’s September 7, 2026 “New Portlinks” advisory and related notices on travel.2go.com.ph, as of October 2026.
