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Data from HCMC Metro transit system · Updated July 22, 2026 at 11:08 AM

HCMC Metro Line 1 Schedule Today
Ben Thanh — Suoi Tien

Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line 1 is currently running. The next train at Ben Thanh Station toward Suoi Tien arrives in approximately 4 minutes. At Tan Cang Station: 9 minutes. The metro operates daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM with trains every 6 to 15 minutes across 14 stations.

Live arrivals right now (11:08 AM Vietnam time)

StationTo Suoi TienTo Ben Thanh
Ben Thanh~4 min—
Tan Cang~9 min~1 min
Phuoc Long~6 min~4 min
National University~3 min~2 min

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Metro Line 1 is Ho Chi Minh City's first urban railway, connecting the city center (District 1) to Thu Duc City across 14 stations spanning nearly 20 km. The full journey from Ben Thanh to Suoi Tien takes approximately 29 minutes — significantly faster than driving Ha Noi Highway during rush hour.

The first three stations (Ben Thanh, Opera House, Ba Son) are underground. From Van Thanh Station onward, the line runs elevated along Dien Bien Phu Road and Ha Noi Highway. There are approximately 123 trips per direction each day.

All 14 stations

Full line: Ben Thanh to Suoi Tien, ~29 minutes. First 3 stations underground, 11 elevated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the HCMC Metro Line 1 operating hours?▾
Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien) operates daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. There are approximately 123 trips per direction each day.
How long does the full metro journey take?▾
The complete trip from Ben Thanh Station to Suoi Tien Station takes approximately 29 minutes, stopping at all 14 stations across nearly 20 km.
How often do HCMC metro trains run?▾
Trains run every 6 to 15 minutes depending on the time of day. During peak hours (roughly 7:00–8:30 AM and 5:00–7:00 PM), trains are more frequent at about 6-minute intervals.
How many stations does Metro Line 1 have?▾
Metro Line 1 has 14 stations total. The first 3 stations (Ben Thanh, Opera House, Ba Son) are underground. The remaining 11 stations from Van Thanh to Suoi Tien are elevated.
Which metro station is closest to Landmark 81?▾
Both Ba Son Station (underground, ~300m walk) and Tan Cang Station (elevated, ~400m walk) are close to Landmark 81 and Vinhomes Central Park. Ba Son is closer to the tower entrance; Tan Cang is closer to the Vincom shopping mall.
Is there a metro station near the backpacker area (Bui Vien)?▾
Ben Thanh Station is the closest, about 800m or a 10-minute walk from Bui Vien Walking Street. The Opera House Station is slightly further at about 1 km.