✈ Getting from Davao Airport to Tagum City

Tagum City is a vibrant city on the Philippine island of Mindanao, located around 45 km northeast of Davao Airport. With its sprawling banana and coconut plantations and a unique line-up of annual festivals, Tagum City is brimming with natural beauty and culture.

You can take a taxi or bus from Davao Airport to Tagum City. The quickest and most convenient option is to take a taxi. The journey will take around 1 hour and cost approximately €11 (PHP 670) for up to 4 passengers.

The bus is a cheaper alternative, but you must first take a taxi to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal. Including the taxi to the station and the bus, this option takes around 2 hours and costs about €5 (PHP 303.16).

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€11	60min	24/7
Bus	€10	120min	04:00–22:00

How to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by taxi

The most convenient way to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City is to book a taxi. Taking around 1 hour, you’ll travel directly from the Arrivals Hall to your precise destination.

Taxi fare from Davao Airport to Tagum City

On average, a taxi from Davao Airport to Tagum City will cost around €11 (PHP 670). However, this depends on traffic conditions, the number of passengers, your specific destination, and the type of vehicle. Taxis from Davao Airport are fitted with meters that align with local regulations.

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Cost

€11

Trip Duration

60 Min.

*Book your taxi in advance to avoid being charged extra.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Davao Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

As you depart the Arrivals Hall at Davao Airport, take a right, and you’ll find a taxi rank. From here, taxis are available 24/7.

Convenience

The fastest and most convenient way to travel from Davao Airport to Tagum City is to take a taxi. Rather than navigating timetables and switching between numerous modes of transport, your driver will bring you right from the Arrivals Hall to your accommodation in 1 hour.

Editor’s Note

Though taxi drivers from Davao Airport operate using taximeters, it's best to clarify this with your driver before departing to ensure you get an accurate price.

Useful Tips

If you're travelling as a group, it may be more cost-efficient to take a private taxi rather than taking the bus.

Taxis departing from Davao Airport rarely accept cards, so be sure to get cash from an ATM or currency exchange in advance unless you pay online ahead of time.

For longer taxi rides, such as Davao Airport to Tagum City, it's customary to add a small tip for your driver if you've had a pleasant experience.

How to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by bus

There’s no direct bus from Davao Airport to Tagum City, meaning you’ll have to take a taxi to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal first. From here, you’ll then take the bus to Tagum City. You can purchase your tickets at the station.

The taxi journey from Davao Airport to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal will take around 30 minutes, while the bus ride from here to Tagum City takes 1 hour and 30 minutes on average. In total, it takes 2 hours to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by bus.

How much is the bus from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

The total cost of getting the bus from Davao Airport to Tagum City is around €5 (PHP 303.16) on average. Firstly, you’ll need to take a taxi from Davao Airport to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal, which will cost about €3.50 (PHP 213.06), while the bus ticket to Tagum City from here costs €1.50 (PHP 90).

Cost

€5

Trip Duration

120 Min.

Davao Metro Shuttle offers routes to Tagum City every 15 minutes.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses to Tagum City depart between 04:00 to 22:00.

Where do I get the bus from?

In order to reach Davao Airport to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal, where the bus to Tagum City departs, you’ll first need to take a taxi from Davao Airport. As you exit the Arrivals Hall, make a right, and you’ll see a taxi rank where you can find a driver to take you to the bus station.

After you arrive at Davao Airport to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal, look for the stand for Davao Metro Shuttle, where you’ll purchase your ticket for the bus to Tagum City.

Convenience

Taxis from Davao Airport to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal are comfortable and readily available, and buses from here to Tagum City depart frequently. That being said, using two forms of transport can add significant time to the journey, making it much less convenient than taking a taxi or private transfer.

Timetables

Davao Metro Shuttle Timetabe

Editor’s Note

Buses that depart early in the morning arrive faster than the departures in the afternoon.

Useful Tips

The traffic conditions in Davao can vary, so make sure you give yourself plenty of time between journeys.

Bring a sweater with you onboard because the buses can be cool as drivers often turn up the air conditioning due to the city's tropical climate.

Buses can be very crowded, so try to arrive 20-30 minutes before departure to get in line.

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How can I get from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

You can get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by taxi or bus. Travelling by taxi is the fastest and most convenient option, taking around 1 hour and costing approximately €11 (PHP 670). The bus is another option, though you’ll need to take a taxi to Davao City Overland Transport Terminal before getting the bus to Tagum City. In total, this journey takes around 2 hours by bus and costs €5 (PHP 303.16) on average.

What's the distance from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

Davao Airport is situated around 45 km from Tagum City. Depending on traffic conditions and your specific destination, this journey takes about 1 hour by taxi or private transfer.

What's the cost of a taxi from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

Taking a taxi from Davao Airport to Tagum City will set you back around €11 (PHP 670). However, this can vary based on the number of passengers, vehicle type, final destination, and traffic conditions. You can book in advance online to secure a low rate that won’t change even if traffic makes the journey take longer.

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How to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by taxi

Taxi fare from Davao Airport to Tagum City

Cost

€11

Trip Duration

60 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Davao Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by bus

How much is the bus from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

Cost

€5

Trip Duration

120 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses to Tagum City depart between 04:00 to 22:00.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Davao Metro Shuttle Timetabe

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

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Taxi fare from Davao Airport to Tagum City

Cost

€11

Trip Duration

60 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Davao Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Davao Airport to Tagum City by bus

How much is the bus from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

Cost

€5

Trip Duration

120 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses to Tagum City depart between 04:00 to 22:00.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Davao Metro Shuttle Timetabe

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How can I get from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

What's the distance from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

What's the cost of a taxi from Davao Airport to Tagum City?

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