Philippine Expressway Traffic Update Today
Monitor real-time traffic conditions across all 13 Philippine expressways including NLEX, SLEX, Skyway, CALAX, CAVITEX, and more. Incidents are checked every hour and NLEX, SLEX and Skyway speeds every 30 minutes, shown on a map with color-coded segments showing traffic speed and congestion levels. Use the Route Planner to calculate travel time, toll fees, and fuel costs before you drive.
Live data last updated 13 of 13 expressways reporting within their refresh window · speeds every 30 min (NLEX, SLEX, Skyway) or every 4 hours, incidents hourly
Right now across all 13 expressways (as of ): 0 incidents (accidents, closures, flooding), 3 roadworks sites and 32 slowdowns.
Road closures: Skyway Stage 3 Quirino → Nagtahan
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About Our Traffic Data
Traffic conditions on Expressway.PH are sourced from the TomTom Traffic Flow API, which derives segment speeds from GPS probe data across millions of connected devices and fleet vehicles. Each of our 55 monitored segments is sampled at its midpoint and classified against its free-flow speed.
NLEX, SLEX, and Skyway, the three busiest Philippine expressways , have segment speeds refreshed every 30 minutes; the other ten expressways every 4 hours, with incident reports refreshed hourly for every road. Any expressway can be refreshed on demand from its own page (served from the last observation when it is under 45 minutes old). Every traffic page shows the exact Philippine time its data was last observed, and says so plainly when the feed is paused.
Historical traffic patterns are compiled from months of traffic observations, capturing day-of-week and hour-of-day trends. These patterns help you plan trips even when live data is temporarily unavailable, showing you typical conditions for your intended travel time.
All Expressway Traffic Conditions
Detailed traffic conditions, peak hours, alternate routes, and segment-by-segment analysis for every Philippine expressway.
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Moderate TrafficNLEX typically experiences moderate to heavy traffic during weekday rush hours, especially between Balintawak and Meycauayan. The Valenzuela-Meycauayan stretch is the most congested section. Friday evenings see northbound buildup as travelers head to provinces.
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Light TrafficSCTEX generally has light traffic throughout the week. The Clark South interchange area sees moderate traffic during airport rush hours. Weekend traffic increases slightly for Subic-bound travelers.
TPLEX
Light TrafficTPLEX has generally light traffic on weekdays. Heavy congestion occurs on Friday evenings northbound and Sunday afternoons southbound as travelers commute between Manila and Baguio/La Union. Summer months see significantly increased volume.
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Moderate TrafficSLEX experiences moderate to heavy traffic daily, particularly in the Magallanes-Alabang section. The northbound morning rush and southbound evening rush create consistent congestion. Weekend traffic to Tagaytay and Laguna adds additional volume.
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Light TrafficSkyway (Stage 1 & 2) typically has lighter traffic than ground-level SLEX due to higher toll fees. The NAIAX connection section sees airport-related traffic fluctuations. Overall, Skyway provides a faster alternative to SLEX during peak hours.
Skyway Stage 3
Moderate TrafficSkyway Stage 3 sees moderate traffic during rush hours as it serves as the primary bypass of EDSA through Metro Manila. The elevated expressway from Buendia to Balintawak is popular with commuters avoiding EDSA congestion.
CALAX
Light TrafficCALAX is relatively new and carries lighter traffic than older expressways. Weekend traffic increases significantly as travelers head to Tagaytay. The Silang interchange area sees moderate congestion on Saturday/Sunday mornings.
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Moderate TrafficCAVITEX experiences moderate daily commuter traffic as it serves as the primary expressway connecting Cavite to Metro Manila. The Bacoor/Zapote section is the most congested area due to high residential density in the area.
MCX
Moderate TrafficMCX is a short 4 km connector between SLEX (Susana Heights) and Daang Hari in Cavite. Despite its short length, it experiences moderate to heavy commuter traffic during rush hours as it serves Muntinlupa-Cavite commuters.
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Light TrafficSTAR Tollway has generally light traffic on weekdays. Traffic increases on Friday evenings southbound and Sunday evenings northbound. The Lipa-Batangas section sees spikes around ferry departure times at Batangas Port.
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Moderate TrafficNAIAX traffic fluctuates with flight schedules. Morning departures (5-8 AM) and evening arrivals (5-10 PM) create moderate congestion near the terminal exits. Entertainment City casino traffic adds evening volume.
NLEX Connector
Light TrafficNLEX Connector serves primarily cargo and port-bound traffic connecting NLEX/Skyway Stage 3 to Manila ports. Traffic is typically light during daytime and moderate during cargo peak hours (late evening to early morning).
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Light TrafficHarbor Link is a short connector from NLEX (Valenzuela) to Manila ports via Malabon and R-10. Traffic is primarily cargo-related, heavy overnight and light during daytime hours.
Peak Traffic Hours by Expressway
Quick reference for the busiest times on each expressway. Plan your departure to avoid peak congestion.
| Expressway | Morning Rush | Evening Rush | Best Window | RFID | Hotline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NLEX | 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Friday 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM | 5:00 AM - 6:30 AM | Easytrip | 1-35000 |
| SCTEX | Light traffic | Light traffic | 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Easytrip | (045) 499-1663 |
| TPLEX | Light traffic | Friday 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Monday - Thursday (all day) | Easytrip | 0917-876-7717 |
| SLEX | 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 5:00 AM - 6:00 AM | Autosweep | 02-5318-8655 |
| Skyway | Light traffic | Light traffic | All day | Autosweep | 02-8893-6405 |
| Skyway Stage 3 | Light traffic | Light traffic | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Autosweep | 02-8893-6405 |
| CALAX | Light traffic | Light traffic | Monday - Friday (all day) | Easytrip | 02-8580-8100 |
| CAVITEX | 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Easytrip | 02-8887-2287 |
| MCX | 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Autosweep | 02-5318-8655 |
| STAR Tollway | Light traffic | Light traffic | Monday - Thursday (all day) | Autosweep | 02-5318-8655 |
| NAIAX | Light traffic | Light traffic | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Autosweep | 02-5318-8655 |
| NLEX Connector | Light traffic | Light traffic | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Easytrip | 1-35000 |
| Harbor Link | Light traffic | Light traffic | 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Easytrip | 1-35000 |
NLEX vs SLEX vs Skyway: Traffic Comparison
The three busiest Philippine expressways, NLEX, SLEX, and Skyway , each have distinct traffic patterns driven by different commuter populations and geographic factors.
NLEX (88.85 km) serves the Manila-to-provinces corridor, connecting Metro Manila to Bulacan, Pampanga, and points north. Its worst bottleneck is the Balintawak-Meycauayan section during the 5-8 PM northbound rush. Friday evenings are particularly heavy as weekend travelers head to provinces.
SLEX (56.45 km) carries dense commuter traffic between Metro Manila and Laguna/Batangas. The Magallanes-Alabang section is consistently the most congested, with 30-45 minute delays during peak hours. Weekend traffic to Tagaytay adds additional southbound volume.
Skyway Stage 3 (18.83 km) is the game-changer, an elevated expressway that traverses Metro Manila from Buendia to Balintawak in 20-35 minutes, compared to 1.5-3 hours on EDSA. Even during peak hours, Skyway Stage 3 flows significantly better than surface alternatives, making it the recommended route for north-south Metro Manila travel.
For the lightest traffic, consider TPLEX, SCTEX, and CALAX, which consistently have light weekday volumes. These expressways become moderate only during weekends and holiday periods.
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