Cotabato to Manila by bus
Manila lies 895 km (556 mi) north-west of Cotabato, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 1,091 km (678 mi) of road.
| Cotabato | Manila | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Philippines | Philippines |
| Population | 383,383 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) |
Where to book buses from Cotabato to Manila
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Staying in Manila
Our booking partner lists 6,479+ places to stay in Manila (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 792 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (449), and 49 are five-star. Across 462 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 352,146 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Manila from Cotabato?
895 km (556 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Cotabato; by road roughly 1,091 km (678 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cotabato to Manila by bus?
About 16 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cotabato and Manila?
No, both are on Asia/Manila at the moment.
Where can I stay in Manila?
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Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.