Zamboanga to San Mateo by bus
San Mateo lies 872 km (542 mi) north of Zamboanga, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 15 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 1,064 km (661 mi) of road.
| Zamboanga | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Philippines | Philippines |
| Population | 1 million | 134,327 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) |
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Staying in San Mateo
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Common questions
How far is San Mateo from Zamboanga?
872 km (542 mi) in a straight line, north of Zamboanga; by road roughly 1,064 km (661 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zamboanga to San Mateo by bus?
About 15 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zamboanga and San Mateo?
No, both are on Asia/Manila at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.