How to Get to Batangas Port via Expressway
Find the nearest expressway exit, toll fees, and step-by-step driving directions to Batangas Port in Batangas City, Batangas.
Quick Facts
Nearest Exit
Batangas
Expressway
STAR Tollway
Distance
105 km
Est. Drive Time
1h 32m
Est. Fuel Cost
₱426–577
RFID Needed
Autosweep
Toll Fees to Batangas Port
Toll fees from major Metro Manila entry points to Batangas exit (Class 1 vehicles — cars, SUVs, vans):
₱689
via Skyway Stage 3 → SLEX → STAR Tollway
₱379
via SLEX → STAR Tollway
₱425
via SLEX → STAR Tollway
Rates based on TRB-approved toll matrix, VAT-inclusive. Class 2 and 3 rates are higher.
Step-by-Step Driving Directions
Enter the Skyway Stage 3 at Balintawak toll plaza.
Continue onto SLEX (enter at Buendia).
Continue onto STAR Tollway (enter at Calamba).
Exit at Batangas toll plaza.
From Batangas exit, follow local roads to Batangas Port (15-20 min from exit).
RFID Requirements
Autosweep RFID Required
The STAR Tollway uses the Autosweep RFID system for cashless toll collection. Install your RFID sticker at any toll plaza or authorized service center before your trip.
About Batangas City
Batangas City is a port city and gateway to the beaches and dive sites of Batangas province. The Batangas International Port serves ferries to Mindoro, and the city has beaches, heritage sites, and local cuisine.
Things to Do Nearby
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The nearest expressway exit to Batangas Port is Batangas on the STAR Tollway. From this exit, Batangas Port is approximately 15-20 min from exit.
The toll fee from Balintawak (NLEX) to the nearest exit (Batangas) is ₱689 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 STAR Tollway uses the Autosweep RFID system. Ensure your Autosweep RFID has sufficient balance before your trip.
Travel time to Batangas Port depends on your starting point and traffic conditions. Using expressways is typically the fastest option. From the Batangas exit, Batangas Port is 15-20 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 Batangas Port. We recommend selecting the "highways" or "expressway" option in your navigation app to ensure you take the toll road route via STAR Tollway. Check toll fees here before you go so you know how much RFID balance you'll need.
The estimated fuel cost to reach Batangas Port is ₱426–577 for a sedan/small SUV. The route covers approximately 105 km total (100 km expressway + 5 km local roads). Your total trip cost including toll fees is approximately ₱1,266. Based on gasoline at ₱62.5/L and 7.5 L/100km expressway consumption.
The estimated drive time to Batangas Port is approximately 1h 32m via expressway under normal traffic. During rush hour (7-9 AM, 5-8 PM weekdays), add 30-60 minutes. Weekend mornings are typically the best time to travel for minimal traffic on the expressways.
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 Batangas Port 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.