Ho Chi Minh City traffic police offer alternative routes for holiday travel

As Vietnam prepares for the September 2nd National Day holiday, traffic police in Ho Chi Minh City are proactively managing anticipated traffic surges. They have announced a series of alternative routes designed to alleviate congestion, particularly on the busy Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay expressway, which is expected to see a significant increase in vehicles.

The holiday period, running from August 29th to September 2nd, is projected to cause a sharp rise in traffic volume, especially on routes leading out of the city, near bus stations, train stations, airports, and entertainment areas. To mitigate potential gridlock, traffic police are guiding motorists towards various options for traveling to Dong Nai and Vung Tau.

Should the Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay expressway become overloaded, drivers will be directed to use the Dong Nai Bridge. Three specific routes are provided for this scenario, involving combinations of major roads like Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Hanoi Highway, and Do Muoi Street, connecting to the Dong Nai Bridge and onward to Dong Nai city.

For those who can use the expressway without significant delays, traffic police have also outlined three alternative access routes. These routes utilize major arteries such as Mai Chi Tho Street and Vo Chi Cong Street, guiding vehicles onto the expressway. Additionally, other routes to Dong Nai from Hanoi Highway and My Phuoc - Tan Van are also detailed, offering further flexibility for travelers heading to the region.