Calamba to Manila Toll Fee — SLEX

When to drive this route

Weekday SLEX northbound is heaviest 6 AM–9 AM, especially at the Sta. Rosa-to-Alabang stretch. Skyway Stage 3 from Alabang or Sucat skips EDSA but adds a fee — pull up the segment breakdown to see if it’s worth it for your destination.

Where to exit

Magallanes, Skyway exits, or via the NLEX-SLEX Connector for North-of-Manila trips. Easytrip RFID end-to-end.

Plan your fuel cost too

Tolls are only one part of the trip budget. Combine this calculator with our live national fuel-price tracker or check diesel prices in Manila. For more drive-cost guides, see the TipidGas blog.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Calamba to Manila toll fee?

The total toll for a private car (Class 1) is shown above. Class 2 (buses, light trucks) is roughly 2× the Class 1 rate. Class 3 (heavy trucks) is roughly 3×. All fares already include the 12% VAT.

What expressways are used on the Calamba to Manila route?

SLEX. Plazas: Calamba (entry) → Magallanes (exit). Cross-expressway transitions are charged automatically — you only stop at the entry and exit plazas.

Which RFID system do I need?

Both Easytrip (NLEX, SCTEX, TPLEX, CAVITEX, CALAX, Skyway) and Autosweep (SLEX, STAR, Skyway Stages 1–2) work end-to-end at all plazas. Top up before the trip — running out at a closed-system entry plaza is the most common pain point.

How long does the drive take?

Approximately 1–1.5 hours for the 55 km drive, in clear traffic. Allow extra time for weekday morning rush hour at NLEX or SLEX, and for Sunday-afternoon return queues.

Are these toll fees up to date?

Yes. Fares come from the official Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) toll-rate matrices via the public expressway.ph API. The data is re-synced weekly.