Ben Luc-Long Thanh Expressway to open fully, strengthening southern connectivity
The Ben Luc-Long Thanh Expressway will fully open from midnight October 1, completing the nearly 58-kilometer route linking the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City and southeastern Vietnam.
The Ben Luc-Long Thanh Expressway will fully open on October 1, completing a 58-kilometer route connecting the Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh City and southeastern Vietnam. The opening comes after the completion of the Binh Khanh and Phuoc Khanh cable-stayed bridges and the final section of the project. The final link, the Phuoc Khanh Bridge, successfully completed load testing on September 25, clearing a key milestone.
The expressway aims to provide a more direct route for vehicles traveling from the Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh City and major seaports, bypassing central Ho Chi Minh City. It will also enhance connections with other major expressways and transportation hubs. Residents are eagerly anticipating the improvements, with many highlighting the convenience and reduced travel time.
Motorcycles, mopeds, and pedestrians will be prohibited, with a maximum speed of 90 kph on the main carriageway and 80 kph on the bridges. Toll collection will begin immediately, with fees set based on vehicle category and distance traveled.
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