Philippine Expressway Routes & Toll Fees 2026

Toll fees are calculated based on the distance traveled between your entry and exit points. Each expressway has a toll matrix approved by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) that sets fixed rates per origin-destination pair. Rates vary by vehicle class, with larger vehicles paying higher tolls. Cross-expressway trips are charged separately for each expressway segment.

Class 1 includes cars, SUVs, vans, and small trucks with two axles and four tires. Class 2 covers buses and medium trucks with two axles but six or more tires. Class 3 includes large trucks with three or more axles. Class 2 toll fees are typically 1.5 to 2 times higher than Class 1, and Class 3 fees are about 2 to 3 times the Class 1 rate.

Most Philippine expressways have transitioned to cashless toll collection using RFID. NLEX and SCTEX accept Easytrip RFID, while SLEX, Skyway, TPLEX, STAR Tollway, NAIAX, and CALAX use Autosweep RFID. Some expressways still have limited cash lanes, but RFID is strongly recommended to avoid delays and ensure entry to all toll plazas.

If your RFID balance is insufficient at exit, you will be asked to settle the balance at the toll plaza. Some expressways may issue a toll violation notice, and your RFID account could be flagged. It is best to maintain a minimum balance of at least PHP 500 to avoid issues, and you can reload at toll plazas, online banking, or convenience stores.

Yes, toll fees are generally the same in both directions for the same origin-destination pair on Philippine expressways. The TRB-approved toll matrix applies equally whether you are traveling northbound/southbound or eastbound/westbound. However, some one-way toll plazas may only charge in one direction.