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The Ruins mansion near Bacolod, Negros Occidental
~15 km · 30-40 minutes by private car

How do I get from Bacolod-Silay airport to the city?

Distance
~15 km
Travel time
30-40 minutes by private car
Best for
Arrivals with luggage
Quote
Same day
Fixed, all-in - no invented fares

Short answer

Bacolod-Silay Airport (BCD) is about 15 km north-east of Bacolod, near Silay, a 30 to 40 minute drive into the city. The easiest option after a flight is a private transfer that meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to your hotel.

Airport shuttles and taxis also run into town, but for a smooth arrival, or if you plan day trips out to The Ruins, Silay heritage or Mambukal, a private car with a name-board meet-and-greet is the simplest start.

Step by step: Bacolod-Silay Airport (BCD) to Bacolod City

  1. 1
    Meet your driver at arrivals

    A private transfer meets you with a name board at Bacolod-Silay airport.

  2. 2
    Drive into Bacolod

    It is about 15 km south-west into the city, usually 30 to 40 minutes.

  3. 3
    Arrive at your hotel

    You are dropped directly at your accommodation, or set up for a day trip out.

Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol reflected in the Capitol lagoon in Bacolod, Negros Occidental
Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol reflected in the Capitol lagoon in Bacolod, Negros Occidental

Ways to travel, compared

  • Airport transfer (what we arrange)~30-40 min

    Meet-and-greet at arrivals, then straight to your hotel in a private air-conditioned car. Fixed price for any flight time, request a quote.

  • Airport shuttle / taxi (public)~30-45 min

    Shuttle vans and taxis run from Bacolod-Silay into the city. Cheaper, but for onward day trips a private car is far simpler.

Bacolod-Silay Airport (BCD) to Bacolod City: FAQs

How far is Bacolod-Silay airport from the city?

About 15 km north-east of Bacolod, near Silay, a 30 to 40 minute drive. A private transfer meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to your hotel.

Can I add day trips from the airport transfer?

Yes. Many travellers keep the same private car for The Ruins, Silay heritage houses or Mambukal. Tell us your plan and we will quote it together.

Travellers

What guests tell us

  • ★★★★★

    Landed at Dumaguete and our driver was right there with a sign. Easy run down to Dauin and the price was exactly as quoted. So much calmer than sorting a ride at the airport.

    HHannah & TomCanada · Airport to Dauin
  • ★★★★★

    Booked an Apo Island day for my parents from abroad. Everything was arranged by email before they flew, the boat and the timing all lined up. They felt looked after the whole way.

    JJoan R.OFW, Dubai · Apo Island day trip
  • ★★★★★

    We needed a van and driver for three days between Dumaguete, Valencia and the Twin Lakes. Clear pricing, friendly driver, and flexible when our plans shifted. Would book again in a heartbeat.

    MMarco D.Australia · Multi-day tour
  • ★★★★★

    Quoted a Bais dolphin-watching trip on a Sunday and had a fixed all-in price within the hour. No haggling, no surprises on the day. Exactly what we needed with two young kids.

    PPriya S.Singapore · Bais dolphin watching
  • ★★★★★

    Our driver waited patiently while our fast craft from Cebu was delayed and still got us to the hotel relaxed and safe. Honest people who clearly take pride in the service.

    DDaniel K.South Korea · Sibulan port to Dumaguete
  • ★★★★★

    Organised a whole Sipalay weekend for our family group chat from Manila. One contact, one price, zero stress. The long drive across the island was comfortable the whole way.

    RRhea M.Manila · Sipalay weekend
  • ★★★★★

    Booked from the US for our honeymoon and wanted the Siquijor day trip handled end to end. They answered every question fast and the car was spotless. Felt easy the whole trip.

    AAshley & BenUSA · Honeymoon transfers