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Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee 2026 — Complete Rate Matrix

Complete Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (Skyway Stage 3) toll fee matrix for Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 vehicles. All rates are TRB-approved, VAT-inclusive, and updated for 2026. Find the toll between any two Skyway Stage 3 plazas below.

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
Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee Matrix

Complete Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (Skyway Stage 3) toll fee matrix for Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 vehicles. All rates are TRB-approved, VAT-inclusive, and updated for 2026. Find the toll between any two Skyway Stage 3 plazas below.

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Skyway Stage 3 uses Autosweep for cashless toll collection. Ensure your RFID has sufficient balance.

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Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee Matrix 2026

Select your vehicle class to view the corresponding toll rates. Find your entry plaza along the top row and exit plaza in the left column. The intersecting cell shows your toll fee in Philippine Pesos (PHP).

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Class 1Cars, SUVs, Vans
Class 1All rates in Philippine Pesos (PHP), VAT-inclusive
Exit \ EntryBuendiaQuirinoPlaza DilaoNagtahanE. RodriguezQuezon Ave.Balintawak
Quirino105--------264264
Plaza Dilao--------------
Nagtahan105--------264264
E. Rodriguez----------129129
Quezon Ave.264264--264129--129
Balintawak264264--264129129--
NLEX264264--264129129--

Scroll horizontally to view all entry plazas. Rates are for Class 1 vehicles. "--" indicates same plaza or unavailable route.

Class 2Buses & Medium Trucks
Class 2All rates in Philippine Pesos (PHP), VAT-inclusive
Exit \ EntryBuendiaQuirinoPlaza DilaoNagtahanE. RodriguezQuezon Ave.Balintawak
Quirino210--------528528
Plaza Dilao--------------
Nagtahan210--------528528
E. Rodriguez----------258258
Quezon Ave.528528--528258--258
Balintawak528528--528258258--
NLEX528528--528258258--

Scroll horizontally to view all entry plazas. Rates are for Class 2 vehicles. "--" indicates same plaza or unavailable route.

Class 3Large Trucks & Trailers
Class 3All rates in Philippine Pesos (PHP), VAT-inclusive
Exit \ EntryBuendiaQuirinoPlaza DilaoNagtahanE. RodriguezQuezon Ave.Balintawak
Quirino315--------792792
Plaza Dilao--------------
Nagtahan315--------792792
E. Rodriguez----------387387
Quezon Ave.792792--792387--387
Balintawak792792--792387387--
NLEX792792--792387387--

Scroll horizontally to view all entry plazas. Rates are for Class 3 vehicles. "--" indicates same plaza or unavailable route.

How to Read the Skyway Stage 3 Toll Matrix

The toll matrix shows the fare between every pair of entry and exit plazas on the Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3. To find your toll fee:

  1. Select your vehicle class using the tabs above (Class 1 for cars, Class 2 for buses, Class 3 for large trucks).
  2. Find your entry plaza in the top header row.
  3. Find your exit plaza in the left column.
  4. The cell where the row and column intersect is your toll fee in PHP.

A dash (—) means the route is not available between those plazas. All rates are VAT-inclusive. Scroll horizontally on mobile to see all columns.

Skyway Stage 3 RFID & Payment

Autosweep RFID

RFID System: Autosweep

Autosweep RFID is operated by SMC Tollways. You can install or reload your Autosweep RFID at any Autosweep customer service center or at participating toll plazas. Reload is also available via GCash, Maya, and major banks.

Operator: SMC Tollways

Toll System: Closed Toll System (pay based on distance traveled)

Skyway Stage 3 Toll Plazas

The Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 has 8 toll plazas. Your toll fee depends on which entry and exit plazas you use.

1Buendia
2Quirino
3Plaza Dilao
4Nagtahan
5E. Rodriguez
6Quezon Ave.
7Balintawak
8NLEX

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Skyway Stage 3 by the Numbers

18.83 kmelevated length (Buendia to Balintawak)
Source: DPWH Infrastructure Database
₱274full-length toll fee (Class 1)
Source: TRB Approved Rate Schedule 2026
15–20 minSLEX to NLEX transit time (vs 1-2 hrs via EDSA)
Source: SMC Skyway Operations Report
6interchanges across 3 cities (Makati, Manila, Quezon City)
Source: DPWH Project Completion Report

These statistics are verified from official government and industry sources. Updated February 2026.

Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee — Key Facts

  • Expressway: Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (Skyway Stage 3)
  • Total Plazas: 8 toll plazas
  • Length: 18.83 km
  • RFID System: Autosweep
  • Operator: SMC Tollways
  • Toll System: Closed (distance-based pricing)
  • Speed Limit: 80 km/h
  • Year Opened: 2021
  • Region: Metro Manila
  • Rates Updated: February 2026 (TRB-approved)

Understanding Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fees

The Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (Skyway Stage 3) is a 18.83-kilometer closed-system expressway operated by SMC Tollways in Metro Manila. As a closed-system expressway, Skyway Stage 3 toll fees are calculated based on the distance between your entry and exit plazas — the farther you travel, the higher the fee.

All Skyway Stage 3 toll rates are regulated and approved by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB), an agency under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Toll fees are collected cashless via the Autosweep RFID system. Three vehicle classes apply: Class 1 (cars, SUVs, vans) pays the base rate, Class 2 (buses, light trucks) pays approximately 2.28x, and Class 3 (large trucks, trailers) pays approximately 3x the Class 1 rate.

Skyway Stage 3 connects to Skyway Stage 1 at Buendia; NLEX at Balintawak. For trips spanning multiple expressways, use the toll calculator to compute the combined toll fee across all segments.

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Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee FAQ

How much is the Skyway Stage 3 toll fee in 2026?
Skyway Stage 3 toll fees depend on your entry and exit points. For Class 1 vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans), fares vary per plaza combination. Use the complete toll fee matrix above to find the exact fare between any two plazas on the Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3. All rates are VAT-inclusive and based on the latest TRB-approved rates for 2026.
What is the Skyway Stage 3 toll fee for Class 2 and Class 3 vehicles?
Skyway Stage 3 has separate toll rates for each vehicle class. Class 2 vehicles (buses, medium trucks) and Class 3 vehicles (large trucks, trailers) pay higher rates than Class 1 vehicles. Use the vehicle class tabs above to switch between Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 toll matrices to see the exact fare for your vehicle type.
Which RFID system does Skyway Stage 3 accept?
Skyway Stage 3 uses the Autosweep RFID system for cashless toll collection. Make sure your Autosweep RFID account has sufficient balance before entering the expressway. RFID stickers can be installed at Skyway Stage 3 toll plazas or authorized installation sites.
Are Skyway Stage 3 toll fees VAT-inclusive?
Yes, all toll fees displayed in the Skyway Stage 3 toll matrix are VAT-inclusive. The rates shown are the final amount that will be deducted from your RFID balance when you pass through the toll plaza. No additional charges apply.
Can I pay cash at Skyway Stage 3 toll plazas?
Most Skyway Stage 3 toll plazas have transitioned to cashless toll collection using RFID. While some plazas may still have cash lanes during transition periods, it is strongly recommended to install a Autosweep RFID for seamless, faster travel on the Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3.
How many toll plazas does Skyway Stage 3 have?
The Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (Skyway Stage 3) has 8 toll plazas: Buendia, Quirino, Plaza Dilao, Nagtahan, E. Rodriguez, Quezon Ave., Balintawak, NLEX. Each plaza serves as an entry and/or exit point. The toll fee depends on which plazas you enter and exit from.
When was the last Skyway Stage 3 toll rate increase?
Skyway Stage 3 toll rates are regulated by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB). Rate adjustments are approved by the TRB and announced before they take effect. The toll matrix above reflects the latest TRB-approved rates for 2026. We update our data within 24 hours of any approved rate change.

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TRB-Verified Data

All toll rates sourced from the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) and verified against official expressway operator rate matrices. Last verified: February 2026.