Decoding All About Metro Map Line 1 in Ho Chi Minh City: Route, Ticket Price & Hottest Destinations!

Ho Chi Minh City – a modern and economically developed city in Vietnam and the region, has just put into operation the city’s first metro map line 1 from Ben Thanh station to Suoi Tien station, opening up new routes of discovery not only for city residents but also tourists.

Metro Line 1 in Ho Chi Minh City is put into operation to help reduce traffic jams in the city, while helping people move from the city center to District 2 and District 9 faster and more economically.

Metro Map: The train will pass through 14 stations, starting from 11 elevated stations including:

– Suoi Tien Bus Station

– National University

– High-Tech Park

– Thu Duc

– Binh Thai

– Phuoc Long

– Rach Chiec

– An Phu

– Thao Dien

– Tan Cang

– Van Thanh Park.

The train will then go down to 3 underground stations: Ba Son – City Theater – ending at Ben Thanh station. 

The 17 electric bus routes to the metro stations include:

(1) Route 153: Binh An Shipyard – Lien Phuong Street

(2) Route 154: Thanh My Loi Residential Area – Masteri An Phu

(3) Route 155: Saigon Bus Station – City Theater

(4) Route 156: Saigon Bus Station – Hoa Hung Station

(5) Route 157: Van Thanh Bus Station – Duc Khai Apartment

(6) Route 158: Van Thanh Bus Station – Thanh Da Residence

(7) Route 159: Ngo Tat To Apartment – Hang Xanh Intersection

(8) Route 160: Van Thanh Station – Vinhomes Central Park

(9) Route 161: Van Thanh Bus Station – Ga Intersection Bus Station

(10) Route 162: Man Thien Apartment – Hoa Lu Secondary School

(11) Route 163: College of Industry and Trade – Phuoc Thanh Secondary School Binh

(12) Route 164: Nong Lam University – Topaz Apartment

(13) Route 165: Nong Lam University – High-Tech Park

(14) Route 166: National University – Suoi Tien

(15) Route 167: Nong Lam University – Linh Trung 1 Export Processing Zone

(16) Route 168: University of Technical Education – Binh Thai Intersection

(17) Route 169: Vincom Thu Duc – Tay Hoa Intersection

What is the fare for Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien)?

Accordingly, a single ticket for Metro Line 1 (for people to travel on one route in one day) for cash users costs from 7,000 – 20,000 VND (depending on the distance). For people who buy single tickets without using cash, the fare ranges from 6,000 – 19,000 VND.

Ticket prices are 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, general passengers are 300,000 VND/person (unlimited number of trips per month), and for students, it is 150,000 VND/person.

The above ticket prices include personal insurance for passengers using public passenger transport services by train on Metro Line 1.

Attractive destinations according to each Metro Line 1 station

Definitely cannot miss checking in the hottest places according to each Metro Line 1 station in Ho Chi Minh City

Ben Thanh Station – “Heart” of Metro Line 1

When mentioning Metro Line 1, Ben Thanh Station is definitely a must-see. This is considered the “heart” of Metro Line 1 because of its important location at the beginning of the journey. As soon as you set foot on Ben Thanh underground station, you can “live virtual” right in the impressive giant skylight area right in the station. With a height of 6m, a diameter of 21.6m, it is designed to look like a lotus flower. In addition to lighting, this area is modern, spacious and also displays some artworks as highlights.

From the station, you can easily move to Ben Thanh market, a timeless symbol of the city. Not only does it have unique architecture, but here you can also shop for a variety of items such as clothes, handicrafts, and local specialties. And experience the cuisine of 3 regions of Vietnam right inside the market.

Saigon Opera House Station – Discover the ancient beauty in the heart of the city

Also located right in the center of District 1, City Theater Station offers visitors some equally unique attractions. Typical examples include the City Theater with its French-style architecture, which will make photography enthusiasts admire the sparkling pictures. In addition, Nguyen Hue walking street is also an ideal space for walking around and enjoying the cool breeze. This is also a place where vibrant cultural and artistic activities are regularly held. Along both sides of the street are a series of restaurants, cafes, and bustling shopping areas.

About 10 minutes walk from the station, you can visit two iconic buildings of the city that every “Saigon citizen” must check in at least once: the City Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral. Witnesses of history through the ups and downs of time. Enjoy the nostalgic space in a place that preserves culture right in the heart of the bustling city.

The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel is only 500m from the City Theater Station, about 7 minutes walk, making it easy for you to explore many interesting places to visit as well as experience impressive Saigon.