Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien) represents a transformative step in the development of urban transportation infrastructure. As the city’s first metro system, it promises to alleviate traffic congestion, enhance connectivity, and support sustainable urban growth. This exploration highlights the project’s status, anticipated impacts on mobility, and its role in shaping the future of public transit in the region.

胡志明市城市交通基础设施现状

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest economic hub, faces significant challenges in managing its urban transportation. The current infrastructure must cater to the mobility needs of over 10 million residents, not to mention the influx of people from neighboring provinces.

主要交通工具包括摩托车、公共汽车、自行车和汽车。然而，对摩托车的过度依赖（摩托车占车辆的大多数）导致了严重的交通拥堵。截至 2023 年底，该市拥有约 1000 万辆注册车辆，其中包括 760 多万辆摩托车和 70 万辆汽车。此外，每天有超过 200 万辆汽车从周边地区进入该市，进一步加剧了交通网络的压力。[1]

胡志明市的公共交通主要包括公交车、出租车、摩的和网约车，其中公交车最为普及。尽管公交车很受欢迎，但该市仍面临交通拥堵和基础设施有限的挑战。地铁 1 号线将是首条此类线路，标志着该市公共交通发展的重要里程碑。

Modes of transportation during rush hours in Ho Chi Minh City

来源：青年报

地铁 1 号线：滨城站 – 仙泉站将于 2024 年 12 月 22 日开始运营

The implementation of Metro Line 1 Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien is a big step forward in improving the urban transport infrastructure of Ho Chi Minh City. The 19.7 km long Metro line connects the city center with suburban districts such as Thu Duc, the high-tech park, and Suoi Tien tourist area. The line is designed with 14 stations, including 3 underground stations and 11 elevated stations with a maximum speed of 110 km/h (elevated) and 80 km/h (underground).[2]

Passengers on Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 can choose from various ticket options, including one-way, one-day, three-day, and monthly passes. One-way tickets range from 6,000-20,000 VND depending on payment method and distance, while monthly tickets are priced at 300,000 VND, with students enjoying a 50% discount. Unlimited travel is available with one-day and three-day tickets, priced at 40,000 VND and 90,000 VND, respectively. Additionally, disabled and elderly passengers are exempt from ticket fees under the city’s policy. [3]预计通车后日均客流量将达20万人次左右，将有效缓解道路交通压力，改善城市环境。

Image of a train on Metro Line 1