Manila to Davao by train
Davao lies 978 km (608 mi) south-east of Manila, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 4 min at the speeds typical of Philippines rail, over roughly 1,193 km (741 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Manila | Davao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Philippines | Philippines |
| Population | 1.6 million | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) |
| Stations on record | Doroteo Jose LRT Station, Vito Cruz station, Bambang LRT Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Manila to Davao
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Staying in Davao
Our booking partner lists 109 places to stay in Davao. Of the 109 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (66). Across 10 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.6 out of 10. Guests have left 1,543 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Davao from Manila?
978 km (608 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Manila; by road roughly 1,193 km (741 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manila to Davao by train?
About 14 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manila and Davao?
No, both are on Asia/Manila at the moment.
Where can I stay in Davao?
Our booking partner lists 109 places to stay in Davao, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.