According to VIDIFI, after a decade of operation, traffic volume on the Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway has significantly increased. With its current configuration of 6 lanes and 2 emergency lanes, the route now experiences congestion, particularly during holidays, festivals, and weekends.
Simultaneously, National Highway 5, the parallel route assigned to VIDIFI for toll collection to recoup the investment in the Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway, is also facing severe challenges. Traffic on this highway is approximately three times its designed capacity, leading to frequent overloading and congestion.
Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway.
VIDIFI forecasts that traffic on the Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway will soon reach and exceed its designed capacity, projected to occur around 2028. Expanding the roadway from 6 to 10 lanes at this juncture is deemed appropriate, aligning with the route’s planning objectives.
The Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway project, invested and constructed by VIDIFI, was completed and opened for operation in 2015. The project aligns with the road network planning for the 2021 – 2030 period, with a vision extending to 2050, featuring a 6-lane design.
An Phú Intersection Construction Site: A Year-End Snapshot
The An Phú Interchange is taking shape, with the bridge section connecting the Ho Chi-Minh City – Long Thanh Expressway reaching an impressive 95% completion rate.
Proposed Expansion of Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway to 10 Lanes
Vietnam Infrastructure Development and Financial Investment Joint Stock Company (VIDIFI) has recently proposed to the Ministry of Construction to consider adjusting the planning for the expansion of the Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway project from 6 lanes to 8-10 lanes.
Transforming Infrastructure, Elevating Cities: Bridging the Gap in Transportation Connectivity
In accordance with Decision 370/2024 by the Prime Minister, which approves the Southeast Region Development Plan for 2021–2030 with a vision to 2050, this area is set to boast a modern and synchronized infrastructure network.
Elevated Traffic Reality: Ring Road 3 Set to Implement Hourly Truck Bans
As of January 1, 2026, the Hanoi Department of Construction will implement a ban on trucks traveling on the elevated Ring Road 3 during peak hours. This decision comes in response to the vehicle density exceeding the designed capacity by up to five times, with trucks making up a significant portion of the traffic. The measure aims to ensure smoother traffic flow and reduce congestion on this critical arterial route.
“Navigating the New N2 An Phú Overpass: A Guide for Highway Drivers”
With the opening of the N2 overpass branch at the An Phú intersection, vehicles from the HCMC – Long Thành – Dầu Giây Expressway can now directly turn right onto Mai Chí Thọ Street.
