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Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee 2026: Complete Rate Matrix
Buendia to NLEX costs ₱264 for a car, ₱528 in Class 2 and ₱792 in Class 3. The lowest fare from Buendia is ₱105, and Quirino and Nagtahan both charge it. The dearest of its 5 priced exits is NLEX at ₱264. Every fare on this page comes from the Toll Regulatory Board matrix as of February 2026, VAT included.
By Aditya AmanPublished Feb 7, 2026Editorial PolicyLives in the Philippines and has driven nearly every Luzon expressway with his family.Skyway Stage 3 toll fee 2026 from Buendia
| Exit | Class 1 | Class 2 | Class 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quirino | ₱105 | ₱210 | ₱315 |
| Nagtahan | ₱105 | ₱210 | ₱315 |
| Quezon Ave. | ₱264 | ₱528 | ₱792 |
| Balintawak | ₱264 | ₱528 | ₱792 |
| NLEX | ₱264 | ₱528 | ₱792 |
Toll Regulatory Board rate matrix as of February 2026, VAT included. Class 1 is cars, SUVs and vans; Class 2 buses and light trucks; Class 3 large trucks.
Underlined exits open a route guide for that drive. Entering somewhere else? Find your pair in the full Skyway Stage 3 toll matrix. Crossing onto another expressway? The toll calculator adds each road's fee.
RFID Required: Autosweep
Skyway Stage 3 uses Autosweep for cashless toll collection. Load enough for the fare to your exit, then check your balance before you enter.
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).
Quick Toll Lookup
Class 1Cars, SUVs, Vans
| Exit \ Entry | Buendia | Quirino | Plaza Dilao | Nagtahan | E. Rodriguez | Quezon Ave. | Balintawak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quirino | 105 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 264 | 264 |
| Plaza Dilao | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Nagtahan | 105 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 264 | 264 |
| E. Rodriguez | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 129 | 129 |
| Quezon Ave. | 264 | 264 | -- | 264 | 129 | -- | 129 |
| Balintawak | 264 | 264 | -- | 264 | 129 | 129 | -- |
| NLEX | 264 | 264 | -- | 264 | 129 | 129 | -- |
Scroll horizontally to view all entry plazas. Rates are for Class 1 vehicles. "--" indicates same plaza or unavailable route.
Class 2Buses & Medium Trucks
| Exit \ Entry | Buendia | Quirino | Plaza Dilao | Nagtahan | E. Rodriguez | Quezon Ave. | Balintawak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quirino | 210 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 528 | 528 |
| Plaza Dilao | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Nagtahan | 210 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 528 | 528 |
| E. Rodriguez | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 258 | 258 |
| Quezon Ave. | 528 | 528 | -- | 528 | 258 | -- | 258 |
| Balintawak | 528 | 528 | -- | 528 | 258 | 258 | -- |
| NLEX | 528 | 528 | -- | 528 | 258 | 258 | -- |
Scroll horizontally to view all entry plazas. Rates are for Class 2 vehicles. "--" indicates same plaza or unavailable route.
Class 3Large Trucks & Trailers
| Exit \ Entry | Buendia | Quirino | Plaza Dilao | Nagtahan | E. Rodriguez | Quezon Ave. | Balintawak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quirino | 315 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 792 | 792 |
| Plaza Dilao | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Nagtahan | 315 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 792 | 792 |
| E. Rodriguez | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 387 | 387 |
| Quezon Ave. | 792 | 792 | -- | 792 | 387 | -- | 387 |
| Balintawak | 792 | 792 | -- | 792 | 387 | 387 | -- |
| NLEX | 792 | 792 | -- | 792 | 387 | 387 | -- |
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:
- Select your vehicle class using the tabs above (Class 1 for cars, Class 2 for buses, Class 3 for large trucks).
- Find your entry plaza in the top header row.
- Find your exit plaza in the left column.
- The cell where the row and column intersect is your toll fee in PHP.
A double dash (--) means the matrix lists no fare between those plazas. All rates are VAT-inclusive. Scroll horizontally on mobile to see all columns.
A fare covers this road only and is the same in both directions unless the matrix marks the pair one-way. Tolls on a connecting expressway are charged separately; the toll calculator adds them up.
Pick your vehicle class first. Loading only the Class 1 fare leaves a truck short at the exit: Buendia to NLEX is ₱264 in Class 1 but ₱792 in Class 3. Load that amount, then check your Autosweep balance before you enter.
Skyway Stage 3 RFID & Payment
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: Open Toll System (a set fee per section, paid at the plaza)
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.
- Buendia
- Quirino
- Plaza Dilao
- Nagtahan
- E. Rodriguez
- Quezon Ave.
- Balintawak
- NLEX
Plan a Different Route?
Compare toll fees across routes to find the cheapest or fastest option.
Open Toll CalculatorSkyway Stage 3 by the Numbers
- 18.83 km
- elevated length (Buendia to Balintawak)Source: DPWH Infrastructure Database
- ₱264
- Buendia to Balintawak/NLEX toll fee (Class 1)Source: TRB toll rate matrix, February 2026
- 15–20 min
- SLEX to NLEX transit time (vs 1-2 hrs via EDSA)Source: SMC Skyway Operations Report
- 6
- interchanges across 3 cities (Makati, Manila, Quezon City)Source: DPWH Project Completion Report
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: Open (set fee per section)
- Speed Limit: 80 km/h
- Year Opened: 2021
- Region: Metro Manila
- Rates Updated: TRB toll rate matrix as of February 2026
Understanding Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fees
The Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (Skyway Stage 3) is a 18.83-kilometer open-system expressway operated by SMC Tollways in Metro Manila. As an open-system expressway, Skyway Stage 3 charges a set fee per section at the plaza, so the fee depends on which section you use.
All Skyway Stage 3 toll rates are regulated and approved by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB). Toll fees are collected cashless via the Autosweep RFID system. Three vehicle classes apply: Class 1 (cars, SUVs, vans), Class 2 (buses, light trucks) and Class 3 (large trucks, trailers).
Worked example: Buendia to NLEX
- Entry Buendia, exit NLEX, Class 1 car.
- The TRB matrix as of February 2026 prices that pair at ₱264.
- The pair is not one-way, so the return costs the same: ₱528 for the round trip.
- A Class 3 truck on the same pair pays ₱792, 3.0 times the car fare.
For your own pair, read the matrix above or enter both plazas in the toll calculator.
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.
Skyway Stage 3 Live Traffic Update
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Skyway Stage 3 Toll Fee FAQ
How much is the Skyway Stage 3 toll fee in 2026?
End to end, Buendia to NLEX, the Skyway Stage 3 toll is ₱264 for a Class 1 car in 2026. Every other pair is in the matrix above, VAT included, from the TRB toll rate matrix as of February 2026.
What is the Skyway Stage 3 toll fee for Class 2 and Class 3 vehicles?
Buendia to NLEX is ₱528 in Class 2 (buses, light trucks) and ₱792 in Class 3 (large trucks, trailers). A car pays ₱264 for the same trip. Switch the class tabs on the matrix for any other pair.
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?
Plan to pay by Autosweep RFID. Load at least the fare to your exit before you enter: Buendia to NLEX deducts ₱264 for a car. Check your Autosweep balance before the trip.
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.
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 matrix above is the TRB toll rate matrix as of February 2026.
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