Understanding truck toll fees on National Route 1A is crucial for transportation businesses in Vietnam. This article provides a comprehensive list of toll stations, fee schedules for various truck types, and the benefits of using electronic toll collection (ETC) services.
National Route 1A spans 2360 km, from the Hữu Nghị border gate in Lạng Sơn to Năm Căn town, Năm Căn district, Cà Mau province.
Map of National Route 1A in Vietnam
List of Toll Stations on National Route 1A
National Route 1A has approximately 40 toll stations, averaging one station every 62 km. Here are some key toll stations from North to South:
- Pháp Vân – Cầu Giẽ – Cao Bồ (Ninh Bình – Hà Nội)
- Hoằng Mai (Nghệ An)
- Bến Thủy 1 & 2 (Nghệ An)
- Ba Đồn & Quán Hàu (Quảng Bình)
- Hồ Xá (Quảng Trị)
- Phú Bài & Bắc Hải Vân (Huế – Phú Lộc)
- Hòa Phước & Tam Kỳ (Quảng Nam)
- Thạch Tán (Tư Nghĩa, Quảng Ngãi)
- Bắc & Nam Bình Định (Bình Định)
- Bàn Thạch & Cổ Mã tunnel, Đèo Cả pass (Phú Yên)
- Ninh An – Ninh Hòa & Cam Thịnh – Cam Ranh (Khánh Hòa)
- Cà Ná (Ninh Thuận)
- Sông Lũy & Sông Phan (Bình Thuận)
- Dầu Giây & Long Thành (Đồng Nai)
- Cầu Phú Mỹ, Nguyễn Văn Linh & Trung Lương (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Cai Lậy (Tiền Giang)
- Cái Răng (Cần Thơ)
- Trà Canh (Sóc Trăng)
A sign indicating a toll station along National Route 1A.
Toll station sign on National Route 1A
Truck Toll Fee Schedule on National Route 1A
Truck toll fees on National Route 1A are determined by vehicle weight and seating capacity. The following toll rates apply to National Route 1A and the Pháp Vân – Cao Bồ section:
| Vehicle Type | National Route 1A Fee (VND) | Pháp Vân – Cao Bồ Fee (VND) |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles under 12 seats; weight under 2 tons | 865,000 | 955,000 |
| Vehicles 12 – 30 seats; weight 2 – under 4 tons | 1,238,000 | 1,325,000 |
| Vehicles over 30 seats; weight 4 – under 10 tons; Non-trailer trucks | 1,823,000 | 1,978,000 |
| Trucks weight 10 – under 18 tons; 20-foot container | 2,975,000 | 3,150,000 |
| Trucks weight over 18 tons; 40-foot container | 4,540,000 | 4,805,000 |
A table showing the toll fee schedule for different vehicle types on National Route 1A.
Toll fee table for National Route 1A
Benefits of Electronic Toll Collection (ETC)
Most toll stations on National Route 1A now support electronic toll collection. Using ETC services, especially VDTC’s ePass, offers numerous advantages for transportation businesses:
- Saves time and reduces traffic congestion.
- Facilitates journey and cost management.
- Saves fuel and protects the environment.
- Enables cashless payments, minimizing contact.
- Provides access to various promotions and discounts.
- Offers 24/7 customer service.
- Provides diverse payment and top-up methods.
A truck using an electronic toll collection (ETC) lane at a toll station.
Truck using ETC lane
Understanding truck toll fees on National Route 1A and utilizing electronic toll collection services can help transportation businesses optimize costs, save time, and improve operational efficiency.
A VDTC ePass sticker on a vehicle windshield.
