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NLEX to TPLEX Toll Fee 2026

The full expressway route from NLEX Balintawak to TPLEX Rosario (Baguio exit). This multi-expressway trip passes through NLEX, connects to SCTEX at the Dau interchange, then enters TPLEX via the Tarlac/La Paz interchange. It is the primary expressway route from Manila to Baguio.

Aditya Aman, author and expressway expert based in Manila, PhilippinesBy Aditya AmanPublished Feb 7, 2026Editorial Policy
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Rates verified 3 weeks ago·TRB update: Feb 1, 2026
NLEX to TPLEX

The full expressway route from NLEX Balintawak to TPLEX Rosario (Baguio exit). This multi-expressway trip passes through NLEX, connects to SCTEX at the Dau interchange, then enters TPLEX via the Tarlac/La Paz interchange. It is the primary expressway route from Manila to Baguio.

Route Summary

Toll Fee (Class 1)

981

Toll Plazas

3 plazas

Toll Fee Summary

NLEXTPLEX

Class 1

Class 1

₱981

Class 2

Class 2

₱2,337

Class 3

Class 3

₱2,941

Easytrip RFIDAutosweep RFID

Rates based on TRB-approved toll matrix, VAT-inclusive.

Toll Fee Breakdown by Segment

This route crosses 2 expressways. Here is the toll fee breakdown per segment for Class 1 vehicles:

NLEX

BalintawakTarlac

670Easytrip

TPLEX

La PazRosario/Baguio

311Autosweep
Total Toll Fee981

RFID Balance Needed

This route uses multiple RFID systems. Make sure both accounts have sufficient balance:

Easytrip670
Autosweep311

RFID Requirements

Multiple RFID Systems Required

This route crosses expressways operated by different companies. You will need both Easytrip and Autosweep RFID loaded with sufficient balance. If you don't have both, you can install them at any expressway toll plaza or authorized service center.

NLEX

North Luzon Expressway · 84 km

SCTEX

Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway · 93.77 km

TPLEX

Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway · 89.21 km

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the toll fee from NLEX to TPLEX?
The toll fee from NLEX to TPLEX is ₱981 for Class 1 vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans), ₱2,337 for Class 2, and ₱2,941 for Class 3. This route passes through NLEX, SCTEX, TPLEX. All rates are VAT-inclusive and based on 2026 TRB-approved toll rates.
Which expressways do I take from NLEX to TPLEX?
The route from NLEX to TPLEX uses the following expressways: NLEX, SCTEX, TPLEX. You will pass through interchange points connecting these expressways.
What RFID do I need for the NLEX to TPLEX route?
This route requires Easytrip and Autosweep RFID. Since the route crosses expressways operated by different companies, you will need both RFID systems loaded with sufficient balance. Make sure to install both RFID stickers before your trip.
Is the toll fee from NLEX to TPLEX the same in both directions?
In most cases, Philippine expressway toll fees are the same in both directions. However, some routes may have slight differences depending on the toll system configuration. We recommend checking the reverse route (TPLEX to NLEX) for the exact fare in the opposite direction.
Are NLEX to TPLEX toll fees VAT-inclusive?
Yes, all toll fees shown for the NLEX to TPLEX route are VAT-inclusive. The amounts displayed are the exact fees that will be deducted from your RFID balance. No additional surcharges apply.
What is the total trip cost from NLEX to TPLEX?
The total trip cost from NLEX to TPLEX includes toll fees (₱981 for Class 1). For a sedan, budget approximately ₱0 for the one-way trip. This does not include parking or food stops.
Can I pay cash at the NLEX to TPLEX toll plazas?
No. All Philippine expressways now require RFID for cashless toll collection. Cash lanes have been discontinued. You must have an Autosweep or Easytrip RFID sticker installed and loaded with sufficient balance before entering the expressway. RFID stickers can be installed for free at any toll plaza or authorized service center.

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