Plan to connect metro line 1

Before metro line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) officially opens at the end of 2024, Ho Chi Minh City has planned to organize bus routes, shuttle buses, bicycles and build parking lots, pedestrian overpasses... to connect with the metro.

Convenient for people

According to Giao thong Newspaper reporters, in mid-November, along metro line 1, inside the underground and elevated stations, signs and ticket purchase instructions have been installed. Nine pedestrian overpasses connecting the stations are basically completed. The city also organized parking lots to facilitate people to use the service.

Ben Thanh Station is the "heart" of metro line 1, near 23/9 park, so passengers can park their motorbikes and cars to easily access the metro.

The Ho Chi Minh City Public Transport Management Center said that it is expected that there will be 61 bus routes connecting the metro stations when put into operation. In addition to buses, Ho Chi Minh City also has 43 bicycle stations, with two more locations expected to be added on the sidewalk of Pham Ngu Lao Street (at the bow of the ship) and the sidewalk of 23/9 Park.

Among the 61 bus routes connecting to metro line 1: Ben Thanh Station (27 routes); City Theater Station (1 route); Ba Son Station (6 routes); Van Thanh Station (3 routes); Tan Cang Station (13 routes); Thao Dien Station (10 routes); An Phu Station (7 routes); Rach Chiec Station (7 routes); Phuoc Long Station (6 routes); Binh Thai Station (9 routes); Thu Duc Station (6 routes); High-Tech Park Station (9 routes); Suoi Tien Station (12 routes); Eastern Bus Station Station (10 routes).

In addition, Ho Chi Minh City has a plan to use shuttle buses to transport passengers to and from 5 inter-provincial bus stations in the city.

"I think the metro line is not only a transport project but also the pride of the city. A developing city needs modern means of transport to improve its appearance, reduce traffic jams and bring convenience to people," said Ms. Nguyen Hoang Anh (53 years old, living in District 1).

Meanwhile, Mr. Tran Minh Tuan (35 years old, living in Thu Duc) hopes for the effectiveness of metro line 1: "Hopefully the metro line will partly solve the traffic jam problem. However, for the metro to operate truly effectively, the connection with other public transport needs to be implemented synchronously."

Ready for official operation

These days, when people in Ho Chi Minh City walk along Vo Nguyen Giap Street, crossing the Saigon Bridge, they can see metro trains running continuously. Urban Railway Company No. 1 (the operator of the line) said that from November 11 to 17, the unit tested the line at 100% capacity.

Long Binh Depot of metro line 1, this is the end of the line, is the repair service station of the entire line.

15 trains run continuously from morning to night with a minimum frequency of 4 minutes and 30 seconds, each train has a maximum capacity of 930 passengers. Technical systems such as rails, signals, electricity and air conditioning are strictly inspected, accompanied by close supervision from the engineering team.

Emergency scenarios such as power outages, train stops or evacuations were also thoroughly rehearsed to ensure safety. At the same time, staff at Metro Station No. 1 were mobilized to assist passengers, handle unexpected situations and provide instructions on how to use the utility system at the stops.

"At this point, we can confidently confirm that metro line No. 1 is ready for official operation," said a representative of Urban Railway Line No. 1 LLC.

Explore the city on trains

Being on the test train, Giao thong Newspaper reporters felt that metro line 1 not only marks a new step forward in the public transport system but also opens up a completely new perspective to explore Ho Chi Minh City.

The pedestrian bridge on Vo Nguyen Giap Street in Thu Duc City is being completed, helping passengers cross the street conveniently and access the stations.

In addition, the stations are also convenient stops, connecting to the city's famous attractions, bustling commercial centers and attractive entertainment areas.

Ben Thanh Station is considered the "heart" of the entire route, visitors can easily connect to Ben Thanh market - the symbol of the city or the vibrant Nguyen Hue walking street and the ancient Notre Dame Cathedral.

At the City Theater Station, people and tourists will be able to admire the beauty of French architecture, explore the bustling Dong Khoi Street, enjoy coffee at artistic cafes and easily access prominent locations such as the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee and Bach Dang Wharf, which has open space and beautiful riverside scenery.

Or at Thao Dien station, this is an ideal destination for those who love the youthful and modern atmosphere. From here, visitors can easily go to Thao Dien Western Quarter, enjoy multinational cuisine at restaurants and explore trendy shopping areas.

At Suoi Tien station, near the end of the journey, people will arrive at Suoi Tien Cultural Park - one of the largest amusement parks in Vietnam. In addition, visitors can also visit Ho Chi Minh City National University, one of the most prestigious universities in the country...

Ticket price from 6,000 VND/trip

On the afternoon of November 21, information from the Ho Chi Minh City Urban Railway Management Board (MAUR) said that metro line No. 1 has completed 100% of the construction volume and is carrying out procedures to put into commercial operation. The official operation time is expected to be December 22.

On the same day, the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee issued metro ticket prices in the form of single-trip tickets (one-way), time-based tickets (one-day or three-day tickets) and monthly tickets.

For one-way tickets, if paid in cash, the fare ranges from 7,000 - 20,000 VND (depending on the distance). If paid without cash, the fare will range from 6,000 - 19,000 VND.

Regarding ticket prices based on time, one-day ticket is 40,000 VND/person (unlimited number of trips per day), 3-day ticket is 90,000 VND/person (unlimited number of trips per 3 days).

For monthly tickets, regular passengers pay 300,000 VND/person (unlimited trips per month). For students, the monthly ticket price is 150,000 VND/person, equivalent to 5,000 VND/day.

Source: https://www.baogiaothong.vn/tphcm-len-phuong-an-ket-noi-tuyen-metro-so-1-192241121223217207.htm