Batangas Road Access: STAR Exits, Cities and Port Approaches
Batangas has different approaches for Lipa, Tanauan, Batangas City, ports and coastal resorts. Choose the exact town and vehicle entrance before selecting a STAR exit or local-road approach.
By Aditya AmanPublished Feb 7, 2026Editorial PolicyLives in the Philippines and has driven nearly every Luzon expressway with his family.
Batangas has different approaches for Lipa, Tanauan, Batangas City, ports and coastal resorts. Choose the exact town and vehicle entrance before selecting a STAR exit or local-road approach.
STAR Tollway Exits in Batangas
| Exit | Expressway | From | Toll (Class 1) | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sto. Tomas | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱278 | Santo Tomas, Batangas; industrial zone |
| Tanauan | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱287 | Tanauan City; Taal Lake viewpoints on the Batangas side |
| Malvar | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱302 | Malvar, Batangas |
| Sto. Toribio | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱320 | Lipa City outskirts |
| Lipa | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱330 | Lipa City centre, outlets, coffee farms |
| Ibaan | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱358 | Ibaan, Batangas |
| Batangas | STAR Tollway | Magallanes | ₱379 | Batangas City and Batangas Port, about 15 to 20 minutes from the exit |
Toll fees for Class 1 vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans), computed live from the nearest Metro Manila plaza. VAT-inclusive, based on 2026 TRB-approved rates.
Quick Facts
Connected Expressways
2 expressways
Key Destinations
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Batangas
Destinations from Batangas
| Destination | Expressway | Time | Toll Fee | Fuel | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manila (Magallanes) | STAR + SLEX | 1.5–2 hours | ₱379 | ₱502–679 | 105 km |
| Calamba/Laguna | STAR Tollway | 30–45 minutes | ₱135 | ₱267–362 | 55 km |
| Tagaytay | STAR + SLEX + CALAX | 1.5–2 hours | ₱187 | ₱347–470 | 72 km |
| Lipa City | STAR Tollway | 20–30 minutes | ₱53 | ₱127–171 | 25 km |
Toll fees for Class 1 vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans). VAT-inclusive, based on 2026 TRB-approved rates. Fuel estimates for sedan at ₱62.5/L gasoline.
Expressways from Batangas
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About Batangas
A province name alone does not identify the final road. Batangas City and Batangas Port need specific destination entrances, while accommodation elsewhere in the province can require another exit and local route. Check the booking address, parking and any port instructions. The linked driving article covers the complete SLEX and STAR itinerary, toll budget, fuel example and return journey.
RFID Requirements
Expressways from Batangas use the Autosweep RFID system. One RFID sticker covers all expressways from this location. Installation is free at any toll plaza.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does one STAR exit serve every Batangas destination?
No. The right exit depends on the town and final address. Lipa, Tanauan, Batangas City and coastal resorts have different local approaches. Check the destination entrance before pricing the complete toll journey.
What should I check before driving to a port?
Confirm the booked terminal, gate, vehicle check-in procedure and current arrival instructions with the operator. Plan parking or boarding requirements separately from the expressway journey. A saved city-centre pin may not lead to the correct gate.
Where can I budget the full journey?
Use the Manila-to-Batangas driving article in the routes below for SLEX and STAR route planning, toll calculations, fuel assumptions, RFID preparation and the northbound return.