Bohol to Cagayan de Oro has two real sea options, from two different Bohol ports, run by two different operators — not one obvious route. Which one makes sense depends less on the crossing itself (both run overnight) and more on which Bohol port is closer to where you’re starting.
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The two options, compared
| Trans-Asia from Tagbilaran | Lite Ferries from Jagna | |
|---|---|---|
| Departure port | Tagbilaran Pier — in Tagbilaran City | Jagna Port — Bohol’s south coast |
| Overland to reach the port | None if you’re already in Tagbilaran; ~30–45 min from Panglao | ~1.5–2 hours by bus from Tagbilaran (Dao Terminal) via Duero/Guindulman |
| Crossing | Overnight | Overnight, ~11–12 hours, arrives at Agora Pier |
| Schedule detail | [FACT NEEDED: Trans-Asia's Tagbilaran–Cagayan de Oro schedule and frequency — the operator confirms the leg exists but no departure time is published] | Departs Jagna ~19:00 — confirm on 12Go, ~11–12 hours |
Neither leg has a fully published, confirmed-current timetable — both need a 12Go check before you build a schedule around them.
Which port to use
If you’re already staying in or near Tagbilaran City, Trans-Asia’s leg saves you the overland trip to Jagna — the trade-off is that its specific CDO schedule isn’t published anywhere in the source material behind this page, so confirm directly before committing. If you’re coming from Bohol’s south coast, or you’re happy to add the roughly 1.5–2 hour bus ride from Tagbilaran to Jagna, Lite Ferries’ route is described in its own operator profile as part of a larger Cebu–Bohol–Cagayan de Oro triangle the line runs — not an isolated point-to-point service, which is worth knowing since it means the overnight boat is on a regular rotation rather than a one-off charter.
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Ports
- Option A departs: Tagbilaran Pier, Bohol
- Option B departs: Jagna Port, Bohol’s south coast
- Both arrive: Cagayan de Oro (Agora Pier)
How to book
- Open 12Go and search Bohol to Cagayan de Oro.
- Compare the Tagbilaran and Jagna departures for your date — confirm which is actually sailing, since neither operator publishes a fully reliable public timetable for this corridor.
- Choose your class (economy bunk or cabin) and pay for instant confirmation.
- Save or print your ticket — overnight ferries often require a printed copy at the gangway.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Bohol port should I sail from for Cagayan de Oro?
Tagbilaran if you’re already there and want to skip the overland leg to Jagna; Jagna if you’re on Bohol’s south coast already or don’t mind the roughly 1.5–2 hour bus ride from Tagbilaran’s Dao Terminal.
How long is the crossing?
Both run overnight. Lite Ferries’ Jagna–Cagayan de Oro leg runs about 11–12 hours. Trans-Asia’s Tagbilaran leg’s exact duration isn’t published — confirm on 12Go.
Can I book both operators on 12Go?
Lite Ferries has live 12Go booking. Trans-Asia’s booking channel for this specific leg should be confirmed before you plan around it.
Is there a faster way to Cagayan de Oro from Bohol?
Not by sea — flying via Cebu is the only faster option, at the cost of a connection. There’s no direct Bohol–CDO flight.