Sail the Starlite Ferry – Batangas ↔ Caticlan (Boracay) route, connecting Batangas Port (Batangas City, Luzon) and Caticlan Jetty Port (Malay, Aklan)—the fastest gateway to Boracay’s White Beach. This guide covers Batangas to Caticlan and Caticlan to Batangas schedules, ticket prices, ports, and tips. Contact us first to check availability on TripHappy.ph and our live agents can issue same-day e-tickets before 5:00 PM (PH).
We’ll check seats and reply during office hours. For confirmed payments before 5:00 PM (PH time), e-tickets are issued same day; after office hours, within 24 hours.
Last updated: September 8, 2025 (Asia/Manila)
📋 Quick Summary
🌟 Why Book with TripHappy.ph
- 📨 Contact-first booking (no auto-confirm): we check availability and reply in office hours.
- ⚡ Same-day e-ticket for confirmed payments before 5:00 PM (PH time)
- 👩💼 Live agent assistance for schedules, cabins/seat classes, and questions
- 🚗 Passenger tickets online; RoRo/vehicles handled on-site by the operator
📝 Overview
The Batangas ⇄ Caticlan route is a popular way to reach Boracay. Starlite operates regular ferry/RoRo sailings with a typical journey time of about 10 hours (subject to sea/weather conditions). This route is contact-first on TripHappy.ph—send a request and our live agents will check seat availability and reply during office hours.Schedules may change without prior notice. Availability is confirmed when you contact us; issuance cut-off is 5:00 PM (PH time).
🕑 Schedule – Batangas ⇄ Caticlan (Starlite)
| Direction | Times |
|---|---|
| Batangas → Caticlan | 7:30 AM, 7:30 PM |
| Caticlan → Batangas | 7:30 AM, 7:30 PM |
💰 Ticket Prices
Fares vary by date, cabin/seat class, and availability. Our live agents will quote the current fare options when you request availability⚓ Ports & Locations
- Batangas Port — main RoRo/regular ferry hub (Southern Luzon)
- Caticlan Jetty Port (Malay, Aklan) — mainland gateway to Boracay Island
🏝️ Boracay Transfer Checklist
- Pay the terminal and environmental fees (as applicable)
- Proceed to the pump boat for the short hop to Boracay Island
- On Boracay, take an e-trike/multicab to your hotel (Stations 1–3 or beyond)
📜 Changes & Policies (Starlite)
- Change/Refund rules: subject to the operator’s current policy; our live agents will advise the latest process and any fees.
- Vehicles (RoRo): book on-site directly with the operator at the port.
- Bring a valid ID for check-in and boarding.
💡 Travel Tips
- Arrive at the port at least 60 minutes before passenger boarding (earlier if coordinating a vehicle).
- Pack a small carry-on for essentials; follow baggage rules (liquids/fragile items).
- For overnight trips, consider a cabin/berth for comfort.
- Keep a time buffer for island transfers, especially during peak season or weather advisories.
🎟️ Ready to book?
Request Availability (Contact-first)E-ticket timing: Same-day issuance for confirmed payments before 5:00 PM (PH time). Payments after office hours are processed within 24 hours.
📌 Important Notes
- Schedules and fares are subject to change by the operator without prior notice.
- Passenger tickets are handled online; vehicle bookings (RoRo) are handled on-site by the operator.
- Trips may be affected by weather/sea conditions; always check for advisories.
