Angeles City Information

Mabalacat Bus Terminal

Air-conditioned and non air-conditioned busses run to and from Manila, and many other destinations in northern and central Luzon. There are also vans to Olongapo, Subic and other locations. 

Diosdado Macapagal International Airport

Located in the former Clark Air Force Base, this small international airport has direct flights to Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Taipei, Incheon, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Jakarta, Osaka, Busan, Ho Chi Minh City, and other destinations. There are also domestic flights to about 34 cities in the Philippines. 

Jeepneys

Called “jeep” by locals, originally they were modified from U.S. military jeeps left over from World War II. However, Jeeps nowadays are all purpose built. The ornate and highly decorated Jeeps are found in Manila, but in Angeles they are usually smaller, plain versions. Jeeps run on fixed routes, and destinations are written on the side. However, the wording can be rather cryptic, and it is always best to ask if you are not sure where the Jeep goes.

There are two rows of inward facing seats, with very low roofs, so getting in and out can be difficult. You get on and pay your fare, passing it up the row of passengers to the driver. The basic fare is 7 pesos, but can go up to 20 pesos, or more, depending on the distance. Jeeps take the place of short, and medium distance busses. If you board a Jeep at a Jeepney terminal, it won’t depart until it is full, and they will pack in as many passengers as possible.

Trikes

The Trike (short for tricycle) is a motorcycle with a kind of small sidecar attached. Trikes do not run on fixed routes, and will take you anywhere you want to go for a price. In areas away from the main roads, Trikes may be the only mode of transportation available.

As they are like a taxi, they are quite expensive, and of course foreigners are charged much more than locals. Always negotiate the fare, and make sure your destination is clear before going. It can be a rather exhilarating ride as you zip along just inches above the road.