2020 • 1 • 28
Welcome to our JoyBus Guide. In this post, we’ll share with you the schedule of the JoyBus Manila to Baguio and Baguio to Manila schedules, the difference between the Premier and Executive classes, the price of bus tickets, and other tips!
JoyBus is a subsidiary of Genesis Transport with a fleet composed almost entirely by premium buses. It first run a service between Manila and Baler but later on expanded to offer comfortable rides to Baguio.
JoyBus takes pride in prioritizing comfort, making it ideal for those wanting a relaxing, stress-free journey. Their trips to Baguio are also significantly shorter, taking only 4 to 5 hours, depending on Manila’s traffic conditions. This is because they take expressways all the way to Pangasinan before they make the climb to the highlands. And unlike regular buses which make one or two stops along the way, JoyBus skips them all and goes straight to Baguio.
Premier vs Executive Class
You can choose any of the three classes: Premier, Executive (Deluxe), and Semi-Deluxe. But let’s focus on the two most popular and most widely available: Premier and Executive. Both classes use 28-seater buses with three seats per row (2+1) and make no stops along the way.
The Premier Class has the best buses, comparable to a full service airline’s seat at first glance. Aside from the big space per passenger, each bus is equipped with the following:
- Spacious seats and wide legroom, 3 seats per row (2+1)
- an in-bus restroom (comfort room)
- blanket
- free snack (usually bread or biscuits)
- free bottled water
- free wi-fi
- stowable tray table and cup holder
- a USB port that you can use to charge your gadgets
- a personal entertainment device with movies, games, e-books and audio books.
In our experience, the movie selection is still quite limited. There were probably only four to six titles per category (Comedy, Action, etc.). Here are more photos.
On the other hand, the Executive Class doesn’t have stowable tray tables, USB ports, or an entertainment device. Still, you can look forward to the following:
- Spacious seats and wide legroom, 3 seats per row (2+1)
- free snack (usually bread)
- free bottled water
- free wi-fi
I’m not sure if all executive class buses have a restroom onboard, but the bus that we tried recently had one.
MANILA TO BAGUIO TIMETABLES
CUBAO TO BAGUIO
TERMINAL: JoyBus Cubao Terminal, EDSA corner New York Avenue
FARE Deluxe: P720; Premier: P740.
Items in bold are the Premier buses.
- 12:01 am – Deluxe
- 02:30 am – Premier
- 03:30 am – Deluxe
- 04:30 am – Premier
- 08:30 am – Deluxe
- 11:00 am – Deluxe
- 12:00 pm – Premier
- 02:00 pm – Deluxe
- 04:00 pm – Premier
- 06:00 pm – Deluxe
- 08:00 pm – Deluxe
- 10:00 pm – Deluxe
- 11:00 pm – Deluxe
PASAY TO BAGUIO
TERMINAL: JoyBus Terminal, EDSA. Entrance is near MRT Taft Station and Pasay Rotonda.
FARE: Deluxe: P730; Premier: P760.
- 12:01 am – Deluxe
- 01:30 am – Premier
- 02:30 am – Deluxe
- 03:30 am – Premier
- 08:30 am – Deluxe
- 10:00 am – Deluxe
- 11:00 am – Premier
- 01:00 pm – Deluxe
- 02:30 pm – Deluxe
- 04:00 pm – Premier
- 06:00 pm – Deluxe
- 09:30 pm – Deluxe
AVENIDA TO BAGUIO
Premier buses are not yet available for the Avenida-Baguio route, but you can take the deluxe and semi-deluxe buses.
FARE: Deluxe: P720; Semi-deluxe: P600.
- 12:30 am – Deluxe
- 01:00 pm – Semi-Deluxe
- 03:00 pm – Deluxe
- 07:00 pm – Semi-Deluxe
BAGUIO TO MANILA
Regardless of your destination in Manila, JoyBus uses the terminal at Gov. Pack Road near SM Baguio.
FARE:
Cubao/Avenida Deluxe: P720
Cubao Premier: P740
Pasay Deluxe: P730
Pasay Premier: P760
Below is the schedule. Items in bold are the Premier buses.
- 12:00 am – Pasay / NAIA 3 (NO Cubao drop-off)
- 01:00 am – Trinoma, Cubao
- 01:45 am – Avenida
- 02:00 am – Pasay, NAIA 3 (NO Cubao drop-off)
- 03:00 am – Pasay, NAIA 3 (NO Cubao drop-off)
- 05:00 am – Trinoma, Cubao
- 06:00 am – Pasay, NAIA 3 (NO Cubao drop-off)
- 07:00 am – Trinoma, Cubao
- 08:00 am – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 10:00 am – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 10:30 am – Avenida
- 11:00 am – Trinoma, Cubao
- 12:00 pm – Pasay, NAIA 3 (NO Cubao drop-off)
- 02:00 pm – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 02:00 pm – Avenida
- 04:00 pm – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 06:00 pm – Pasay, NAIA 3 (NO Cubao drop-off)
- 07:00 pm – Trinoma, Cubao
- 08:00 pm – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 09:00 pm – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 09:30 pm – Avenida
- 10:00 pm – Cubao, Pasay, NAIA 3
- 10:30 pm – Avenida
Frequently Asked Questions
Is advanced reservation required?
Remember, there are only 28 seats per bus. We have tried walking in twice. The first time, we got the last seats. The second time, we didn’t get as lucky. We then tried getting seats at our preferred time the next day but it was already fully booked. We ended up taking the early morning ride. Mind you, it was a regular weekday! Imagine if our trip fell on a long weekend or holiday.
This is especially true if you’re coming from Baguio. There is only one terminal in Baguio so all Manila-bound passengers regardless of whether they’re going to Cubao, Pasay or Avenida gather here. The lines can be pretty long and you might be in for a long wait.
Where can I book tickets online?
You can book at pinoytravel.com.ph or iWantSeats.com.
Expect an online booking fee to be added to the cost. It’s the price you pay for not having to actually going to the terminal to reserve.
How long is the travel time?
If to or from Pasay, the travel time will depend highly on EDSA traffic. If you’re traveling southbound in the morning or northbound in the evening, prepare to burn hours along EDSA alone. But once you get past the messy Manila traffic, expect 4-5 hours to reach Baguio.
How early should I arrive at the terminal for my trip?
If you booked online, give yourself an hour or two before the check-in time to claim your ticket. You will be emailed a confirmation that you need to print out and present at the ticketing booth to get your actual ticket. They have the right to forfeit your reservation and resell your slot if you’re late.
Do buses bound for Pasay stop in Cubao?
Are there souvenir shops near JoyBus terminal in Baguio?
Aside from JoyBus, are there other premium buses to Baguio?
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