How to Get to SM Megamall via Expressway

The nearest expressway exit to SM Megamall is Buendia on the Skyway Stage 3. From this exit, SM Megamall is approximately 15-20 min via EDSA.

The toll fee from Balintawak (NLEX) to the nearest exit (Buendia) is ₱264 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 Skyway Stage 3 uses the Autosweep RFID system. Ensure your Autosweep RFID has sufficient balance before your trip.

Travel time to SM Megamall depends on your starting point and traffic conditions. Using expressways is typically the fastest option. From the Buendia exit, SM Megamall is 15-20 min via EDSA. 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 SM Megamall. We recommend selecting the "highways" or "expressway" option in your navigation app to ensure you take the toll road route via Skyway Stage 3. Check toll fees here before you go so you know how much RFID balance you'll need.

The estimated fuel cost to reach SM Megamall is ₱99–133 for a sedan/small SUV. The route covers approximately 19 km total (14 km expressway + 5 km local roads). Your total trip cost including toll fees is approximately ₱397. Based on gasoline at ₱62.5/L and 7.5 L/100km expressway consumption.

The estimated drive time to SM Megamall is approximately 24 min 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.