Five Star Bus Company is one of the premier bus operators connecting Metro Manila to the major provinces of Central and Northern Luzon. Whether you are traveling to Nueva Ecija, Pangasinan, Tarlac, Bulacan, or Isabela, Five Star runs extensive daily routes across several key terminal hubs.

Here is a guide to Five Star Bus's main terminals, locations, primary routes, and passenger amenities.

Primary Metro Manila Terminals

Five Star operates out of two massive, fully integrated terminal hubs in Metro Manila, making it convenient whether you live in the northern or southern part of the capital.

1. Cubao Main Terminal (Quezon City)

Location: 682 EDSA, Cubao, Quezon City (Southbound side of EDSA, near corner Aurora Boulevard).

How to Get There: Easily accessible via a short walk from MRT-3 Araneta-Cubao Station or LRT-2 Cubao Station. EDSA Carousel buses also drop off near the terminal footbridge.

Primary Routes Served:

Pangasinan: Dagupan, San Carlos, Urdaneta, Alaminos (Bolinao / Dasol)
Nueva Ecija: Cabanatuan City, San Jose City
Tarlac & Isabela: Tarlac City, Santiago, Ilagan, Cauayan

Terminal Amenities: Fully air-conditioned waiting lounges, 24/7 ticketing booths, digital arrival/departure monitors, clean comfort rooms, luggage storage areas, and on-site fast-food outlets and convenience stores.

Pasay Terminal

Location: 2240 Aurora Boulevard (Tramo), Pasay City.

How to Get There: Accessible via taxi, ride-hailing apps, or a short jeepney ride from LRT-1 EDSA Station or MRT-3 Taft Avenue Station.

Primary Routes Served:

Nueva Ecija: Cabanatuan City, Guimba
Pangasinan: Dagupan, Manaoag, San Carlos
Tarlac & Northern Luzon: Tarlac City, Agno, Bolinao

Terminal Amenities: Open-air and air-con passenger waiting bays, snack kiosks, local carinderias, pay restrooms, and designated drop-off/pick-up lanes.

Major Provincial Terminal Hubs

When traveling back to Metro Manila or transferring across Northern Luzon, Five Star maintains dedicated terminal offices in key provincial cities:

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Provincial Terminal	Location / Landmark	Key Routes Covered
Cabanatuan Terminal	Cabanatuan Central Transport Terminal, Brgy. Pagsawitan	Cubao, Pasay, Grace Park, Tarlac
Dagupan Terminal	Perez Boulevard, Dagupan City, Pangasinan	Cubao, Pasay, Baguio, Clark/Dau
San Carlos Terminal	San Carlos City Center, Pangasinan	Cubao, Pasay, Tarlac
San Jose Terminal	Maharlika Highway, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija	Cubao, Pasay, Northern Luzon
Bolinao Terminal	Poblacion, Bolinao, Pangasinan	Cubao, Pasay (Direct coastal beach route)

For fares and schedules, please use the search tool below or choose your route here.

Onboard Amenities & Bus Classes

Five Star operates a modern fleet divided into three main service classes:

Ordinary / Economy: Non-airconditioned, 3x2 seating arrangement. Ideal for short-haul inter-municipality commuter runs.
Regular Aircon: Fully air-conditioned, 2x2 seating configuration with overhead luggage racks, Wi-Fi, and onboard TV monitors.
Deluxe / First Class: 2x2 or 2x1 spacious seating with reclining seats, extra legroom, onboard restroom (CR), and direct expressway routing (via NLEX, SCTEX, and TPLEX).

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Tips for Five Star Bus Passengers

1. Book Tickets Online for Peak Seasons: 1-2 weeks ahead

During Holy Week, Undas, and Christmas, terminal queues in Cubao and Pasay can reach several hours long. Reserve seats in advance using official online booking partners.

2. Verify Expressways on the Signboard: Windshield Signs

Always check if the bus is labeled "Via TPLEX / SCTEX" for faster travel to Pangasinan and Nueva Ecija, or "Via Local Highway" if you need a drop-off at an interior town.

3. Claim 20% Mandatory Discount: At the Counter

Present a valid physical ID at the ticket window to claim the student, senior citizen, or PWD discount prior to ticket printing.

How To Book a Trip / Reserve a Ticket

Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can get a ticket or check available trips online:

Go to this link and INPUT the origin and destination in the search box (eg. Manila - Baguio)
Input the dates of your desired arrival.
Choose if it is One-way or Return trip.
Choose the number of seats you wish to book or reserve
Then click Find Tickets to search for the available trips

Reserve a Bus Ticket Seat Here

ACTIVITIES AND TOURS IN MANILA

With strategically located terminals in Metro Manila and expansive coverage across Northern and Central Luzon, Five Star Bus remains a go-to choice for reliable, affordable, and comfortable highway travel. Check your nearest terminal location, grab your ticket early, and enjoy a safe journey up north!

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Complete Guide to Five Star Bus Terminals: Locations, Routes, and Amenities

Here is a guide to Five Star Bus's main terminals, locations, primary routes, and passenger amenities.

Primary Metro Manila Terminals

Five Star operates out of two massive, fully integrated terminal hubs in Metro Manila, making it convenient whether you live in the northern or southern part of the capital.

1. Cubao Main Terminal (Quezon City)

Location: 682 EDSA, Cubao, Quezon City (Southbound side of EDSA, near corner Aurora Boulevard).

How to Get There: Easily accessible via a short walk from MRT-3 Araneta-Cubao Station or LRT-2 Cubao Station. EDSA Carousel buses also drop off near the terminal footbridge.

Primary Routes Served:

Pangasinan: Dagupan, San Carlos, Urdaneta, Alaminos (Bolinao / Dasol)
Nueva Ecija: Cabanatuan City, San Jose City
Tarlac & Isabela: Tarlac City, Santiago, Ilagan, Cauayan

Pasay Terminal

Location: 2240 Aurora Boulevard (Tramo), Pasay City.

How to Get There: Accessible via taxi, ride-hailing apps, or a short jeepney ride from LRT-1 EDSA Station or MRT-3 Taft Avenue Station.

Primary Routes Served:

Nueva Ecija: Cabanatuan City, Guimba
Pangasinan: Dagupan, Manaoag, San Carlos
Tarlac & Northern Luzon: Tarlac City, Agno, Bolinao

Terminal Amenities: Open-air and air-con passenger waiting bays, snack kiosks, local carinderias, pay restrooms, and designated drop-off/pick-up lanes.

Major Provincial Terminal Hubs

When traveling back to Metro Manila or transferring across Northern Luzon, Five Star maintains dedicated terminal offices in key provincial cities:

Provincial Terminal	Location / Landmark	Key Routes Covered
Cabanatuan Terminal	Cabanatuan Central Transport Terminal, Brgy. Pagsawitan	Cubao, Pasay, Grace Park, Tarlac
Dagupan Terminal	Perez Boulevard, Dagupan City, Pangasinan	Cubao, Pasay, Baguio, Clark/Dau
San Carlos Terminal	San Carlos City Center, Pangasinan	Cubao, Pasay, Tarlac
San Jose Terminal	Maharlika Highway, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija	Cubao, Pasay, Northern Luzon
Bolinao Terminal	Poblacion, Bolinao, Pangasinan	Cubao, Pasay (Direct coastal beach route)

For fares and schedules, please use the search tool below or choose your route here.

Onboard Amenities & Bus Classes

Five Star operates a modern fleet divided into three main service classes:

Ordinary / Economy: Non-airconditioned, 3x2 seating arrangement. Ideal for short-haul inter-municipality commuter runs.
Regular Aircon: Fully air-conditioned, 2x2 seating configuration with overhead luggage racks, Wi-Fi, and onboard TV monitors.
Deluxe / First Class: 2x2 or 2x1 spacious seating with reclining seats, extra legroom, onboard restroom (CR), and direct expressway routing (via NLEX, SCTEX, and TPLEX).

ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA

Tips for Five Star Bus Passengers

1. Book Tickets Online for Peak Seasons: 1-2 weeks ahead

During Holy Week, Undas, and Christmas, terminal queues in Cubao and Pasay can reach several hours long. Reserve seats in advance using official online booking partners.

2. Verify Expressways on the Signboard: Windshield Signs

Always check if the bus is labeled "Via TPLEX / SCTEX" for faster travel to Pangasinan and Nueva Ecija, or "Via Local Highway" if you need a drop-off at an interior town.

3. Claim 20% Mandatory Discount: At the Counter

Present a valid physical ID at the ticket window to claim the student, senior citizen, or PWD discount prior to ticket printing.

How To Book a Trip / Reserve a Ticket

Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can get a ticket or check available trips online:

Go to this link and INPUT the origin and destination in the search box (eg. Manila - Baguio)
Input the dates of your desired arrival.
Choose if it is One-way or Return trip.
Choose the number of seats you wish to book or reserve
Then click Find Tickets to search for the available trips

Reserve a Bus Ticket Seat Here