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MCX Traffic Update Today

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Weekdays: 6-9 AM eastbound (to SLEX/Manila), 5-8 PM westbound (to Cavite).

Karaniwang sitwasyon ang ipinapakita; walang live na ulat sa ngayon.

End to end (4 km): 3 min at typical speeds

Why Is There Traffic on MCX Today?

Live cause data is paused right now, so this shows the usual pattern: Weekdays: 6-9 AM eastbound (to SLEX/Manila), 5-8 PM westbound (to Cavite), with queues most often at Daang Hari.

Bakit traffic sa MCX ngayon? Walang live na datos ngayon; karaniwang mabigat weekdays: 6-9 am eastbound (to slex/manila), 5-8 pm westbound (to cavite).

MCX northbound and southbound traffic update today

MCX toward daang hari traffic update today

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MCX toward slex susana heights traffic update today

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What Drivers Are Reporting on MCX

Live Waze map: accidents, hazards, police and stalled vehicles as reported by drivers right now.

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MCX Segment by Segment

1 monitored segments covering 4 km. Speeds refresh every 4 hours.

1 segments·All segments flowing·Overall: Clear

SLEX Susana HeightsDaang Hari

4 km · Westbound

Clear
Typical: 80 km/h

Usually heavy Mon-Fri 6 AM-10 AM, 5 PM-9 PM

Muntinlupa-Cavite boundary

Plan Your Trip on MCX

MCX is 4 km, about 3 min end to end at typical speeds across 1 segments.

Best time to leave

  • 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Both, Between commuter peaks
  • 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM Both, Overnight is clear

Avoid

  • 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Eastbound (to SLEX), Cavite residents heading to Manila
  • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Westbound (to Cavite), Return commuters to Daang Hari area

Weekdays: 6-9 AM eastbound (to SLEX/Manila), 5-8 PM westbound (to Cavite). Pattern is very consistent daily. Weekends: Light to moderate.

When Is MCX Usually Heavy?

Typical pattern for SLEX Susana HeightsDaang Hari, the most congested segment.

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MCX Emergency Hotline

The MCX emergency hotline is 02-5318-8655, answered by Skyway O&M Corporation (SMC Tollways). Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies. All expressway hotlines.

Operator

Skyway O&M Corporation (SMC Tollways)

Speed limit: 80 km/h for cars. Short expressway with limited acceleration zones.

RFID required

Autosweep

Autosweep guide

Safety Tips

  • Autosweep RFID required, Easytrip will not work
  • The expressway is so short that traffic can back up to the toll plaza, keep RFID loaded
  • If MCX is congested, consider using Daang Hari surface road to Alabang-Zapote Road as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the MCX?
MCX is approximately 4 km long, making it the shortest expressway in the Philippines. In light traffic, it takes about 3-5 minutes to traverse. During rush hour, expect 10-20 minutes.
What RFID system does MCX use?
MCX uses the Autosweep RFID system (SMC Tollways). Easytrip RFID will not work. Make sure you have Autosweep RFID with sufficient balance before entering.
What is the MCX emergency hotline?
The MCX emergency hotline is 02-5318-8655, operated by Skyway O&M Corporation (SMC Tollways). For life-threatening emergencies call 911.
About MCX traffic: overview, bottlenecks and alternate routes

MCX 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.

The MCX (Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway) is a vital 4 km connector linking SLEX at Susana Heights to Daang Hari in Cavite. Despite being the shortest expressway in the Philippines, it carries significant daily commuter traffic.

Morning rush (6-9 AM) sees heavy eastbound traffic as Cavite residents head to SLEX toward Manila. Evening rush (5-8 PM) brings heavy westbound flow as commuters return to Cavite via Daang Hari.

The single segment makes congestion particularly impactful, when it is slow, there is no way to bypass it on the expressway.

MCX is the shortest expressway in the Philippines at just 4 km, but it serves a critical function connecting SLEX at Susana Heights to Daang Hari Road in Cavite. This single-segment expressway is a vital link for residents of the Daang Hari corridor, including Alabang West, Portofino, and other upscale developments, who need to reach SLEX and Manila.

Despite its short length, MCX can experience significant congestion during rush hours. When it is slow, there is no way to bypass it on the expressway, the only alternative is using local Daang Hari and Alabang-Zapote surface roads, which are themselves congested.

Alternate routes

  • Daang Hari to Alabang-Zapote Road: Instead of MCX, use Daang Hari surface road to Alabang-Zapote Road to reach SLEX at Alabang. Longer but bypasses MCX congestion. Adds 15-20 min but avoids MCX toll and congestion

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