Manila to Batangas Toll Fee — SLEX → STAR Tollway
Manila to Batangas runs SLEX from Magallanes down to Sto. Tomas, then transitions onto STAR Tollway all the way to the Batangas Port end. STAR is the lifeline for Verde Island ferries to Mindoro, San Juan beaches, and the Batangas industrial corridor.
Per-expressway breakdown (Class 1)
- SLEXMagallanes → Calamba₱244.00
- STAR TollwayCalamba → Batangas₱135.00
When to drive this route
SLEX southbound from Alabang to Calamba is heaviest 6 AM–9 AM weekdays. STAR Tollway is wide-open most days. If you’re catching a Mindoro ferry, leave Magallanes 4 hours before departure to absorb morning traffic with margin.
Where to exit
Exit at Batangas (STAR terminus) for the port and pier area. RFID is Easytrip on SLEX, Autosweep on STAR — both work end-to-end. The segment breakdown on the calculator shows exactly which system collects each peso.
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 Batangas. For more drive-cost guides, see the TipidGas blog.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is the Manila to Batangas 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 Manila to Batangas route?
- SLEX → STAR. Plazas: Magallanes (entry) → Batangas (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 2–2.5 hours for the 110 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.