Manila to Urdaneta Toll Fee — NLEX → SCTEX → TPLEX

When to drive this route

NLEX northbound past Bocaue is the only choke point. After Mabalacat, both SCTEX and TPLEX run wide and fast. Aim to clear Bocaue before 6 AM on long weekends.

Where to exit

Urdaneta TPLEX exit feeds the McArthur Highway corridor. Top up Easytrip before TPLEX. Last fuel before the exit is in Binalonan or one of the SCTEX rest stops.

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 Urdaneta. For more drive-cost guides, see the TipidGas blog.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Manila to Urdaneta 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 Urdaneta route?

NLEX → SCTEX → TPLEX. Plazas: Balintawak (entry) → Urdaneta (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 3–4 hours for the 200 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.