Bicol Isarog Transport System runs buses between Metro Manila and Bicol, with trips to Naga, Legazpi, Daraga, Gubat, Bulan, Virac and several Masbate towns. Unlike many provincial lines, Bicol Isarog posts its full trip list online. This guide puts those trips into simple tables, then adds booking offices, baggage limits and ticket rules, all checked on bicolisarog.com as of October 2026.
Bicol Isarog at a glance
| Item | What Bicol Isarog publishes |
|---|---|
| Manila departure points | EDSA Cubao, Arcovia Pasig and PITX |
| Hotline | (02) 7900 4800; mobile 0912 351 7788; Viber 0981 009 8769 |
| Online validation | Show the voucher at the ticket counter at least 30 minutes before departure |
| Boarding deadline | 15 minutes before departure |
| Free baggage | Up to 20 kg in total, in two or more pieces |
| Refunds | None; bookings can only be rebooked |
Bicol Isarog schedule: Manila to Naga
Every trip code below comes from the Bicol Isarog trip schedule page. Seat counts show how roomy each bus type is, since fewer seats usually means wider seats.
| Trip code | From | Departure | Bus type (seats) |
|---|---|---|---|
| T | EDSA Cubao | 7:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| F | Arcovia Pasig | 8:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| X | PITX | 8:00 PM | Premier (20) |
| K | EDSA Cubao | 8:30 PM | Extreme Seat (22) |
| R | PITX | 8:30 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| SN | Arcovia Pasig | 8:30 PM | Ultimate Sleeper (22) |
| L | EDSA Cubao | 9:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| Z | EDSA Cubao (to Calabanga) | 8:00 PM | Skybus with CR (36) |
For the return, trips leave Naga CBD for EDSA Cubao at 7:00 PM (F and T), 8:15 PM (K) and 8:30 PM (L and SN). Trips R and X go back to PITX at 8:30 PM and 8:15 PM. The Calabanga bus (Z) leaves for Cubao at 4:00 PM.
Bicol Isarog schedule: Manila to Legazpi and Daraga
| Trip code | From | To | Departure | Bus type (seats) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q | EDSA Cubao | Legazpi | 8:00 AM | Elite 26 (25) |
| D | PITX | Legazpi | 6:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| Z1 | PITX | Legazpi | 7:00 PM | Skybus with CR (36) |
| B | Arcovia Pasig | Legazpi | 8:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| J | PITX | Legazpi | 8:30 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| S | PITX | Legazpi | 8:45 PM | Regular Sleeper (20) |
| I | EDSA Cubao | Legazpi (Calle Siping) | 9:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| Z4 | EDSA Cubao | Daraga | 8:00 PM | Skybus with CR (36) |
| H | EDSA Cubao | Daraga | 9:00 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
Going back, Legazpi trips leave between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, plus trip Q at 8:00 AM. Daraga buses leave at 6:00 PM (Z4) and 6:30 PM (H) for EDSA Cubao.
Bicol Isarog schedule: Sorsogon and Catanduanes
| Trip code | Route | Departure | Return departure | Bus type (seats) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z5 | EDSA Cubao to Gubat | 7:30 AM | 7:30 AM | Skybus with CR (36) |
| SR | EDSA Cubao to Gubat | 6:30 PM | 4:30 PM | Ultimate Sleeper (22) |
| 10 | EDSA Cubao to Gubat | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | Regular with CR (43) |
| N | EDSA Cubao to Gubat | 8:00 PM | 4:30 PM | Elite 26 (25) |
| Z8 | PITX to Gubat | 7:00 PM | 5:00 PM (from SITEX) | Skybus with CR (36) |
| B16 | EDSA Cubao to Bulan | 4:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Regular with CR (43) |
| V1 | EDSA Cubao to Virac | 3:30 PM | 11:00 AM (to Arcovia) | Regular without CR (47) |
| V | EDSA Cubao to Virac | 4:00 PM | 11:00 AM | Elite (25) |
| V2 | EDSA Cubao to Virac | 4:30 PM | 11:00 AM | Regular without CR (47) |
| ECOCAT-A | EDSA Cubao to Virac | 5:00 PM | 11:00 AM | Non-aircon (57) |
| ECOCAT-B | PITX to Virac | 5:30 PM | 11:00 AM (to Cubao) | Non-aircon (57) |
Virac trips cross to Catanduanes by ferry as part of the journey, which explains the long travel day. The schedule page lists one more Virac bus, ECOCAT-C, at 4:00 PM from Cubao.
Bicol Isarog schedule: Masbate towns
Masbate trips leave EDSA Cubao in the morning, because the ride includes a sea crossing. The return times listed are departures from the Masbate end.
| Trip code | Destination | Leaves Cubao | Return departure | Bus type (seats) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | Masbate City | 9:00 AM | 9:30 AM | Elite 26 (25) |
| 20 | Aroroy | 9:00 AM | 8:30 AM | Regular without CR (47) |
| 28 | Aroroy | 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM | Non-aircon (57) |
| 21 | Cataingan | 10:00 AM | 9:00 AM | Regular without CR (47) |
| 22 | Mandaon | 9:00 AM | Not listed | Regular without CR (47) |
| 23A | Placer | 9:00 AM | 7:30 AM | Regular without CR (47) |
| 26E | Placer | 9:00 AM | Not listed | Non-aircon (57) |
| 27 | Cawayan | 9:00 AM | Not listed | Regular without CR (47) |
| 31 | Esperanza | 9:00 AM | Not listed | Regular without CR (47) |
Choosing a Bicol Isarog bus type
The schedule page names each bus type, and the seat count tells you a lot. The 57-seat non-aircon units are the most basic. The 43- and 47-seat regular buses differ mainly in whether they have a toilet on board. Elite 26 buses carry 25 passengers, while the Premier and sleeper units carry 20 to 22. For an overnight ride to Naga or Legazpi, a sleeper or Elite seat makes the biggest difference to how you feel on arrival.
Bicol Isarog booking offices in Metro Manila
The Bicol Isarog booking offices page lists 11 Metro Manila counters. These are the main ones, with the business hours the company posts.
| Office | Address | Hours (daily) |
|---|---|---|
| EDSA Cubao | 599 EDSA, Brgy. San Martin de Porres, Cubao, Quezon City | 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Arcovia Pasig | 1604 E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave. (C5), Pasig | 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| PITX | 2nd floor ticketing booths 1 and 4, 1 Kennedy Road, Tambo, Parañaque | 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Alabang | 355 National Road, Alabang, Muntinlupa | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Mirasol | #96 Mirasol St., 20th Ave., Brgy. San Roque, Cubao | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Avenida | Inside the Victory Liner Avenida terminal, 3040 Rizal Ave., Sta. Cruz, Manila | 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
The list also includes Caloocan, Ermita, Marikina, Masinag and Taguig. Those counters sell tickets, but your bus still leaves from the terminal printed on the ticket.
Bicol Isarog ticket rules
These points come from the Bicol Isarog terms and conditions. They are stricter than most riders expect, so read them before you pay.
- Validate online bookings: show the voucher at the counter at least 30 minutes before departure, or you lose the seat.
- Board early: be on the bus 15 minutes before departure, or the trip can leave without you.
- No-show on the same day: you get an open ticket valid for 30 days.
- No-show after that day: you can rebook within 30 days after paying a 30% no-show fee plus the rebooking fee.
- Refunds: none, and an unused open ticket expires after 30 days.
- Lost tickets: treated like lost cash, so they are not replaced.
Baggage, children, pets and pregnancy
You can bring two or more bags as long as their total weight stays within 20 kg. Bicol Isarog charges its accompanied baggage rate for every kilo above that. Its liability for a lost or damaged tagged bag is capped at ₱1,000, so keep valuables in your hand-carry.
One paying adult may bring one child who is three feet tall or under, as long as the child does not use a seat. That child pays the accompanying-child rate. Dogs and cats must ride in a carrier and wear a diaper for the whole trip.
According to the Bicol Isarog travel requirements page, women who are seven months pregnant or more cannot ride. Below that, a fit-to-travel clearance from an OB-gynecologist is required.
Bicol Isarog fares
Bicol Isarog shows the fare for each trip when you book on its website. Fares depend on the bus type and the distance, under the LTFRB provincial bus rates in force since September 28, 2026. Our provincial bus fare guide lists the per-kilometer rate for each bus class. Students, senior citizens and PWDs get the legal 20% discount when they show a valid ID.
Worked example: planning a Naga trip from Pasig
Say you live near C5 and need to be in Naga early on a Saturday. The F trip leaves Arcovia Pasig at 8:00 PM, and the SN sleeper leaves at 8:30 PM. If you book SN online, plan to reach the Arcovia counter by 8:00 PM so you can validate the voucher in time. Then board by 8:15 PM, because the 15-minute rule applies to sleepers too.
Local tip: The Peñafrancia Festival in September and the Christmas rush fill overnight Naga buses early. Book as soon as your dates are firm, since the terms allow rebooking but never a refund.
Related guides
For trips south of Manila on other lines, see our JAC Liner guide. If you need a senior or PWD card for the discount, our senior citizen ID guide explains the process.
Frequently asked questions
Where does Bicol Isarog leave from in Cubao?
The EDSA Cubao office is at 599 EDSA, beside the Clean Fuel station and in front of Farmers Plaza.
Can I bring more than 20 kg of baggage?
Yes, but Bicol Isarog charges its baggage rate for each kilo over the free 20 kg.
Can I get a refund if I miss the bus?
No. You can only rebook, and the open ticket is valid for 30 days.
Schedules, offices and rules checked against bicolisarog.com as of October 2026. The company can cancel or change trips without notice, so confirm with the hotline before you travel.
