Manila to Bocaue Toll Fee — NLEX
Manila to Bocaue uses only the open-system stretch of NLEX — flat fee at entry, exit at Bocaue. It’s the most-used short toll trip from Metro Manila — Bulacan industrial parks, Philippine Arena events, and the dragway are all near this exit.
Per-expressway breakdown (Class 1)
- NLEXBalintawak → Bocaue₱105.00
When to drive this route
NLEX northbound from Mindanao Avenue to Bocaue is the heaviest open-system stretch on weekday rush. Bocaue exit itself queues during Philippine Arena event days. Leave 90 minutes before show time.
Where to exit
Bocaue exit drops you onto the local road network with quick access to Sta. Maria, Marilao, and Tabang. Easytrip RFID applies.
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 Bocaue. For more drive-cost guides, see the TipidGas blog.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is the Manila to Bocaue 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 Bocaue route?
- NLEX. Plazas: Balintawak (entry) → Bocaue (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 30–45 minutes for the 30 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.