How to Get to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) via Expressway
Find the nearest expressway exit, toll fees, and step-by-step driving directions to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) in Olongapo, Zambales.
Quick Facts
Nearest Exit
Tipo/Subic
Expressway
SCTEX
RFID Needed
Easytrip
Toll Fees to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA)
Toll fees from major Metro Manila entry points to Tipo/Subic exit (Class 1 vehicles — cars, SUVs, vans):
₱857
—
₱1,121
via Skyway Stage 3 → NLEX
Rates based on TRB-approved toll matrix, VAT-inclusive. Class 2 and 3 rates are higher.
Step-by-Step Driving Directions
Enter the NLEX at Balintawak toll plaza.
Exit at Tipo/Subic toll plaza.
From Tipo/Subic exit, follow local roads to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) (10-15 min from exit).
RFID Requirements
Easytrip RFID Required
The SCTEX uses the Easytrip RFID system for cashless toll collection. Install your RFID sticker at any toll plaza or authorized service center before your trip.
About Olongapo
Olongapo is the gateway city to the Subic Bay Freeport Zone. It offers beaches, jungle survival tours, duty-free shopping, and ocean adventure parks within the former US Naval Base.
Things to Do Nearby
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The nearest expressway exit to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is Tipo/Subic on the SCTEX. From this exit, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is approximately 10-15 min from exit.
The toll fee from Balintawak (NLEX) to the nearest exit (Tipo/Subic) is ₱857 for Class 1 vehicles. Toll fees vary depending on your starting point and vehicle class. All rates shown are VAT-inclusive and based on 2026 TRB-approved toll rates.
The SCTEX uses the Easytrip RFID system. Ensure your Easytrip RFID has sufficient balance before your trip.
Travel time to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) depends on your starting point and traffic conditions. Using expressways is typically the fastest option. From the Tipo/Subic exit, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is 10-15 min from exit. Peak hours (7-9 AM and 5-8 PM on weekdays) may add 30-60 minutes to your trip.
Yes, you can use Waze or Google Maps for turn-by-turn navigation to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA). We recommend selecting the "highways" or "expressway" option in your navigation app to ensure you take the toll road route via SCTEX. Check toll fees here before you go so you know how much RFID balance you'll need.
No. All Philippine expressways now require RFID for cashless toll collection. Cash lanes have been discontinued. Install an Autosweep or Easytrip RFID sticker (free at toll plazas) and load sufficient balance before your trip. Check which RFID system you need in the RFID Requirements section above.
Public transport options to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) vary. Provincial buses, UV Express vans, and jeepneys serve many destinations. However, driving via expressway is typically faster and more convenient. If you don't have a car, ride-hailing apps like Grab are available for expressway routes but cost more than self-driving.
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