Yohance Express Inc., part of the CEM Trans Group, will reportedly launch its inaugural direct bus service from Pasay to Cagayan de Oro via Maharlika Highway on March 15, 2026, taking over the route previously operated by Philtranco Service Enterprises, Inc., which will permanently cease operations on March 30. The daily service will pass through the provinces of Laguna, Quezon, Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Northern Samar, Western Samar, Leyte, and Southern Leyte, before stopping in the cities of Surigao, Butuan, Gingoog, and finally Cagayan de Oro. For bookings, passengers may contact 0975-772-0445.


As shown below, the buses will continue to carry the Philtranco name, with “Operated by Yohan Express Inc.” added beneath it.


Philtranco Service Enterprises, Inc., recently announced its Official Notice of Business Stop Operation on March 30. See below.


