A week has passed since the Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien metro line 1 officially opened, but the flow of people coming to experience this modern railway line has not stopped. The diverse flow of passengers, from Ho Chi Minh City residents to tourists from all over, are all eager to explore the city’s first metro system, a symbol of innovation and aspiration to rise.
Residents and tourists await the experience of the city's first modern metro line.
First Journey: Modern Domes and Shiny Train Stations
Departing from Ben Thanh Station, the bustling downtown area, passengers are immediately impressed by the modern architecture and clean scenery. From the eye-catching subway cars to the clear bilingual signs, everything is designed to bring maximum convenience to users.
Ben Thanh Station impresses with its modern architecture and clean landscape.
Skylight at Ben Thanh station - a place that attracts many young people to check-in
The 19.7km route crosses iconic bridges and elevated stations, connecting many important destinations such as the high-tech park, the National University and Suoi Tien bus station. As the train runs overhead, passengers can admire the view of Ho Chi Minh City with its high-rise buildings and busy streets below. "It's great to see a different perspective through the train window," said Quang Huy, a resident of District 9.
Train experience: Comfort and safety
As soon as they boarded the train, the LED lights, electronic maps, comfortable seats and modern air conditioning systems made passengers feel secure. Images of passengers standing on the train, holding their phones to take pictures of the city view, or groups of friends chatting and laughing happily became beautiful moments on the first day of opening.
Even though it has been in operation for a week, the metro lines still attract many visitors to experience.
Ms. Lan Phuong, a tourist from Hue, excitedly shared: "I have heard a lot about this metro line so I had to come and experience it right in the first week of operation. Everything is very modern, and the prices are very reasonable."
Metro Line 1 not only brings traffic benefits but also helps reduce pressure on the overloaded public transport system in Ho Chi Minh City. With ticket prices ranging from 6,000 - 20,000 VND/trip, monthly tickets from 300,000 VND and daily tickets from 40,000 - 90,000 VND, unlimited trips, the metro becomes an attractive choice for both locals and tourists. The fast, convenient journey and the cool, fresh air inside the train help passengers avoid the usual traffic jams on the streets.
Each floor is equipped with elevator, stairs and escalator.
In addition, the metro line is also a symbol of development, representing the aspirations of a modern city. "This is the first time I have felt such modernity and synchronization in public transport in Vietnam," Ms. Thu Hang, an office worker in District 1, expressed her feelings.
The future of urban transport
Metro Line 1 Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien is the first step in the plan to develop a metro network throughout Ho Chi Minh City, with the goal of turning the city into a modern transportation hub of the region. Train stations such as Thu Duc or Suoi Tien are not only stops but also promise to become vibrant commercial and cultural centers in the future.
Metro staff enthusiastically guide passengers, ensuring a convenient and safe experience.
In the first days of its opening, the metro line attracted thousands of people to experience it. From elderly passengers, children to young people who love to explore, all shared the same feeling of pride when witnessing a big step forward for the city.
Cool green park at Ben Thanh station
Metro Line 1 is not only a means of transportation but also a bridge connecting the past and the future, between tradition and modernity. With an enthusiastic welcome from the people, this metro line promises to become a symbol of Ho Chi Minh City in the new era, where each train is not only a transportation journey but also a journey to explore the culture, people and development of the city.
