Ben Luc – Long Thanh Expressway boosts Vietnam traffic and revenue

The newly opened 58-kilometer Ben Luc – Long Thanh Expressway in southern Vietnam has significantly impacted regional logistics and revenue. Following its official opening on October 1, the route has seen a 30 percent increase in traffic volume and a 140 percent surge in toll revenues.

By providing a new east-west corridor, the expressway connects the Mekong Delta with Southeastern Vietnam, allowing vehicles to bypass the congested urban areas of Ho Chi Minh City. This connection facilitates smoother travel toward Dong Nai City and National Highway 51, linking key routes such as the Ho Chi Minh City – Trung Luong Expressway and Ho Chi Minh City Ring Road 3.

For commercial transport, the route offers substantial efficiency gains. Drivers report that the expressway can reduce journey times by one to one and a half hours and shorten distances by approximately 40 kilometers. While tolls are higher than previous routes, businesses in the seafood export sector, such as the Vietnam Clean Seafood Corporation, expect significant savings in fuel and time when transporting goods to Cai Mep Port for international markets.