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STAR Tollway Traffic Update Today

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Weekdays: Light.

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

End to end (41.9 km): 25 min at typical speeds

Why Is There Traffic on STAR Tollway Today?

Live cause data is paused right now, so this shows the usual pattern: Weekdays: Light.

Bakit traffic sa STAR Tollway ngayon? Walang live na datos ngayon; karaniwang mabigat weekdays: light.

STAR Tollway northbound and southbound traffic update today

STAR Tollway southbound traffic update today

Live status paused; typical conditions apply

STAR Tollway northbound traffic update today

Live status paused; typical conditions apply

Toll Regulatory Board says

STAR Tollway has no Facebook page of its own, so these are the regulator's network-wide advisories; it relays operator posts for every expressway.

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STAR Tollway Traffic Map

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What Drivers Are Reporting on STAR Tollway

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

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STAR Tollway Segment by Segment

4 monitored segments covering 41.9 km. Speeds refresh every 4 hours.

4 segments·All segments flowing·Overall: Clear

CalambaSto. Tomas

12 km · Southbound

Clear
Typical: 100 km/h
SLEX connection

Sto. TomasTanauan

8 km · Southbound

Clear
Typical: 100 km/h
Tanauan CityTaal heritage town access

TanauanLipa

12 km · Southbound

Clear
Typical: 100 km/h
MalvarSto. ToribioLipa City (Batangas capital)

Where Are You Headed on STAR Tollway?

Status and drive time for the exact segments each destination uses.

Lipa traffic update today via STAR Tollway

Calamba to Lipa is 32 km on STAR Tollway , about 19 min at typical speeds.

  • CalambaSto. Tomas
  • Sto. TomasTanauan
  • TanauanLipa

Lipa City is reached through the Calamba, Sto. Tomas and Tanauan sections. The Calamba interchange merge from SLEX is the usual slow point on Sunday evenings; the middle section carries steady truck traffic from the Batangas industrial corridor.

Batangas Port and Sto. Tomas traffic via STAR Tollway

Lipa to Batangas is 9.9 km on STAR Tollway , about 6 min at typical speeds.

  • LipaBatangas

The Lipa to Batangas section spikes with ferry departures at Batangas Port (Mindoro, Romblon, Marinduque). Allow about 30 minutes from the STAR Tollway exit to the port.

Plan Your Trip on STAR Tollway

STAR Tollway is 41.9 km, about 25 min end to end at typical speeds across 4 segments.

Best time to leave

  • Monday - Thursday (all day) Both, Weekdays are consistently clear
  • Friday before 4:00 PM Southbound, Beat the weekend Batangas rush
  • Sunday before 2:00 PM Northbound, Return early to avoid evening rush

Weekdays: Light. Fridays: 5-10 PM southbound to Batangas. Sundays: 3-8 PM northbound (return). Ferry schedule peaks: heavy near Batangas 2-3 hours before major departures. Holidays: Moderate to heavy.

Last 7 Days on STAR Tollway

DayIncidentsAccidentsClosuresRoadworksSlowdownsWorst delay
3200032+5 min
4200042+3 min
3100130+6 min
1600214+8 min
70007+2 min
1500015+3 min
1500114+4 min
Full 30-day STAR Tollway history

STAR Tollway Emergency Hotline

The STAR Tollway emergency hotline is 02-5318-8655, answered by South Luzon Tollway Corporation (SMC Tollways). Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies. All expressway hotlines.

Operator

South Luzon Tollway Corporation (SMC Tollways)

Speed limit: 100 km/h for cars, 80 km/h for trucks. Minimum 60 km/h.

RFID required

Autosweep

Autosweep guide

Safety Tips

  • Autosweep RFID required, Easytrip will not work
  • Watch for slow-moving trucks in the industrial sections
  • If catching a ferry from Batangas Port, allow 30 min from STAR Tollway exit to the port
  • The Calamba interchange merge can be congested, stay alert when entering from SLEX

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to drive from Calamba to Batangas via STAR Tollway?
In light traffic, STAR Tollway from Calamba to Batangas takes about 30-40 minutes. During Friday evening rush or before major ferry departures, expect 45-75 minutes.
Does STAR Tollway go to Batangas Port?
STAR Tollway ends near Batangas City. From the Batangas exit, Batangas Port is approximately 15-20 minutes via local roads. Follow signs for Batangas Port/Pier after exiting the tollway.
What RFID system does STAR Tollway use?
STAR Tollway uses the Autosweep RFID system (SMC Tollways). Easytrip RFID will not work. Make sure your Autosweep balance is sufficient before entering.
How long is STAR Tollway?
STAR Tollway is 41.9 km end to end. Across its 4 monitored segments the drive takes about 25 min at typical speeds.
What is the STAR Tollway emergency hotline?
The STAR Tollway emergency hotline is 02-5318-8655, operated by South Luzon Tollway Corporation (SMC Tollways). For life-threatening emergencies call 911.
About STAR Tollway traffic: overview, bottlenecks and alternate routes

STAR 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.

STAR Tollway connects SLEX at Calamba to Batangas City, serving as the primary route for Batangas-bound travelers and ferry passengers heading to Mindoro, Romblon, and other MIMAROPA islands.

Weekday traffic is light throughout the 41.9 km expressway. The Lipa-Batangas section sees periodic traffic spikes aligned with ferry departure schedules at Batangas Port.

Friday evenings bring increased southbound traffic as weekenders head to Batangas beaches and island ferries. Sunday afternoon/evening return traffic creates northbound congestion, particularly at the Calamba interchange (SLEX merge).

STAR Tollway runs from the SLEX Calamba interchange south to Batangas City. The expressway passes through the agricultural and industrial heartland of Batangas province.

The northern section from Calamba to Sto. Tomas (15 km) serves the industrial zones and residential developments in the area. Traffic here is steady but rarely congested except during the Calamba interchange merge during rush hours.

The middle section from Sto. Tomas to Lipa (12 km) passes through the Batangas industrial corridor. Truck traffic from factories and warehouses is common.

The southern section from Lipa to Batangas City (15 km) sees traffic spikes aligned with Batangas Port ferry schedules. Major ferries to Mindoro (Puerto Galera), Romblon, and Marinduque depart from Batangas Port, creating surges 2-3 hours before departure times.

Alternate routes

  • National Highway through Sto. Tomas: The old national highway runs through Sto. Tomas, Tanauan, and Lipa parallel to STAR Tollway. Free but significantly slower with urban traffic. Saves P70-135 toll but adds 40-60 min

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