How to Get to University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) via Expressway

The nearest expressway exit to University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) is Balintawak on the NLEX. From this exit, University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) is approximately 15-20 min via Commonwealth/CP Garcia. An alternative exit is Quezon Ave. on the Skyway Stage 3.

The toll fee from Balintawak (NLEX) to the nearest exit (Balintawak) is ₱0 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 NLEX uses the Easytrip RFID system. Ensure your Easytrip RFID has sufficient balance before your trip.

Travel time to University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) depends on your starting point and traffic conditions. Using expressways is typically the fastest option. From the Balintawak exit, University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) is 15-20 min via Commonwealth/CP Garcia. 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 University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman). We recommend selecting the "highways" or "expressway" option in your navigation app to ensure you take the toll road route via NLEX. Check toll fees here before you go so you know how much RFID balance you'll need.

The estimated fuel cost to reach University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) is ₱33–44 for a sedan/small SUV. The route covers approximately 5 km total (0 km expressway + 5 km local roads). Your total trip cost including toll fees is approximately ₱44. Based on gasoline at ₱62.5/L and 7.5 L/100km expressway consumption.

The estimated drive time to University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman) is approximately 13 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.