# Hanoi urban traffic congestion and management

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hanoi-urban-traffic-congestion-and-management
> Updated: 2026-10-22T06:30:53.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Hanoi authorities are addressing significant urban traffic challenges involving both congestion and road safety. Traffic police have focused on resolving frequent congestion points, successfully addressing 44 out of 51 identified locations, while also increasing patrols to combat illegal street racing and reckless driving.

Data indicates a decline in urban traffic speeds, with average speeds dropping to 15.54 km/h during peak hours on certain major arteries. This congestion is largely attributed to a heavy reliance on personal vehicles, particularly motorcycles, which account for 82.3% of vehicle volume. Currently, public transportation meets only approximately 4.8% of travel demand. In response, the Hanoi Department of Construction has appraised a long-term transport planning mission aimed at transitioning the city toward a high-capacity public transport network.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Hanoi traffic speeds drop significantly in urban areas

Hanoi is planning a 100-year transport overhaul as urban traffic speeds drop to as low as 12 km/h during peak hours due to heavy reliance on personal vehicles.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hanoi-traffic-speeds-drop-significantly-in-urban-areas

### 2026-10-20: Hanoi Traffic Police address congestion and illegal racing

Hanoi authorities are tackling urban traffic issues by resolving frequent congestion points and conducting late-night patrols to stop illegal street racing and reckless driving.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hanoi-traffic-police-address-congestion-and-illegal-racing

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