SLEX

Sta. Rosa to Manila Toll Fee — SLEX

Class 1Cars, jeeps, vans, SUVs
Class 2Buses, light trucks
Class 3Heavy trucks
Distance38 km45–60 minutes
Route: Sta. RosaMagallanesLive fare loading — data sync in progress

Sta. Rosa back to Manila enters SLEX at the Sta. Rosa interchange and runs north through Susana Heights, Alabang, Sucat, and Bicutan before exiting Magallanes. Common commuter run — the closed-system rate matches the outbound fare.

When to drive this route

Weekday SLEX northbound is heaviest 6 AM–9 AM. Skyway Stage 3 onramp is at Alabang or Sucat — adds a flat fee but skips EDSA. Friday afternoons going south are lighter than Saturdays.

Where to exit

Magallanes, Skyway exits (Buendia, Plaza Dilao, etc.), or NLEX-SLEX Connector for North destinations. Easytrip RFID throughout SLEX.

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 Sta. Rosa, Laguna 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 Sta. Rosa, Laguna to Manila route?
SLEX. Plazas: Sta. Rosa (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 45–60 minutes for the 38 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.