Schedule & Map of Hanoi Road Closures for National Day From Aug 22 – Sep 2

From August 21 to September 2, 2025, Hanoi will implement several phases of traffic diversions and road closures to serve the 80th-anniversary celebration of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2nd. The full dress rehearsals, preliminary rehearsals, and the official parade and procession will be held at specific times, leading to vehicle restrictions on many central streets. Understanding the detailed road closure schedule will help you proactively plan your travel, avoid congestion, and ensure your daily activities proceed smoothly.

1. Are there road closures on August 26th?

To best serve the activities for the 80th Anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2nd (A80), the Hanoi City Police do not have a schedule to close or restrict travel on any roads in Hanoi on August 25th. The detailed daily road closure schedule is as follows:

No.	Date of Closure in Hanoi	Closure Time
1	Aug 23	No closures
2	Aug 24 – Aug 25	17:00 on Aug 24 to 03:00 on Aug 25
3	Aug 26	No closures
4	Aug 27 – Aug 28	17:00 on Aug 27 to 03:00 on Aug 28
5	Aug 28	No closures
6	Aug 29 – Aug 30	18:00 on Aug 29 to 15:00 on Aug 30
7	Aug 31	No closures
8	Sep 1 – Sep 2	18:00 on Sep 1 to 15:00 on Sep 2
9	Sep 3	No closures

2. Schedule and map of Hanoi road closures for September 2nd

Most of the traffic restrictions and road closures are applied from the late afternoon and evening, which is after school and work hours. If you plan your travel before 16:00, you will be largely unaffected.

• August 21, 24, and 27: The closures begin at 17:00, so your regular business hours activities will proceed as normal.
• August 29 – 30: The closure period extends until 15:00 on August 30, so you should consider limiting travel on that morning.
• September 1 – 2: This is the National Day holiday, and traffic will be high, so you should plan your travel early to avoid congestion.

Additionally, on August 23, 26, and 31, the city will not implement any closures, and you can travel and conduct your activities as usual.

2.1 Completely Closed Routes

During the specified time frames, the city will prohibit all vehicles from circulating on the listed routes, including cars, motorcycles, and rudimentary vehicles. Only vehicles with security badges and those serving the celebration will be allowed to enter this area. Therefore, if you are traveling by private vehicle or regular passenger transport, you will need to choose an alternative route.

Closure Time

Closed Routes

21/8: 17:00 – 22/8: 03:00 24/8: 17:00 – 25/8: 03:00 27/8: 17:00 – 28/8: 03:00 29/8: 18:00 – 30/8: 15:00 01/9: 18:00 – 02/9: 15:00 No closures on Aug 23, 25, 26, 28, 31.

Central area, near Ba Dinh Square: Hoang Hoa Tham, Thuy Khue (from Hung Vuong to Van Cao), Mai Xuan Thuong, Quan Thanh, Phan Dinh Phung, Hung Vuong, Thanh Nien, Hoang Van Thu, Doc Lap, Dien Bien Phu, Ba Huyen Thanh Quan, Chua Mot Cot, Le Hong Phong, Ong Ich Khiem, Ngoc Ha, Bac Son, Ton That Dam, Nguyen Canh Chan, Hoang Dieu, Nguyen Tri Phuong, Chu Van An, Ton Duc Thang, Cat Linh, Trinh Hoai Duc, Hang Chao, Tran Phu, Son Tay… Major roads connecting the center: Kim Ma, Lieu Giai, Van Cao, Nghi Tam, Yen Phu, Cua Bac, Doi Can (to the intersection with Van Cao street), Nguyen Thai Hoc, Le Duan, Trang Thi, Hang Khay, Trang Tien, Le Thanh Tong, Tong Dan, Tran Quang Khai, Tran Khanh Du, Quang Trung, Ly Thai To, Ngo Quyen, Giang Vo, Lang Ha, Lang (from Lang Ha to Tran Duy Hung).

Note: Some routes, such as Doi Can street and Lang road, will only have one-way closures on certain sections. For a better overview and to choose a suitable route, you can refer to the traffic diversion map below.

Map of completely closed routes in Hanoi for Sep 2nd – Source: Internet

2.2 Routes with Restricted Traffic

Closure Time	Area	Prohibited/Restricted Vehicles
21/8: 17:00 – 22/8: 03:00 24/8: 17:00 – 25/8: 03:00 27/8: 17:00 – 28/8: 03:00 29/8: 18:00 – 30/8: 15:00 01/9: 18:00 – 02/9: 15:00 No closures on Aug 23, 26, 31.	Inside Ring Road I	All vehicles are prohibited. Allowed: Vehicles with security badges, vehicles serving the ceremony, priority vehicles, official vehicles, buses, garbage trucks, and emergency service vehicles.
	From Ring Road I to Ring Road II	Trucks of 1.5 tons or more and passenger vehicles with 16 seats or more are prohibited (except for the allowed vehicles mentioned above).
	From Ring Road II to Ring Road III	Commercial vehicles with fewer than 16 seats, private cars, and motorcycles are restricted.
	From Ring Road III to the suburbs	Most vehicles are restricted. Allowed: Buses, garbage trucks, emergency service vehicles, vehicles with security badges, and vehicles serving the ceremony.

Note:

• Ring Road I: De Nguyen Khoai – Tran Khat Chan – Dai Co Viet – Xa Dan – O Cho Dua – La Thanh – Cau Giay – Buoi – Lac Long Quan – An Duong Vuong – Au Co – Nghi Tam – Yen Phu – De 401 – De Nguyen Khoai.
• Ring Road II: Vinh Tuy Bridge – Minh Khai – Dai La – Truong Chinh – Lang – Buoi elevated road – Vo Chi Cong – Nhat Tan Bridge – Vo Nguyen Giap – Truong Sa – Dong Tru Bridge – Ly Son – Nguyen Van Linh – Dam Quang Trung – Vinh Tuy Bridge.
• Ring Road III: National Highway 1 – Thanh Tri Bridge – Do Muoi – Hoang Liet – Phap Van elevated road – Nghiem Xuan Yem – Nguyen Xien – Khuat Duy Tien – Pham Hung – Pham Van Dong – Tan Xuan – Vo Van Kiet.

Map of vehicle closures and restrictions in Hanoi for Sep 2nd – Source: Internet

3. Guidance for Travel During the Closure Period

Route/Vehicle	Alternative Travel Option
Route to Cau Gie – Ninh Binh Expressway	Cars under the temporary ban coming from National Highway 5, Hanoi – Bac Giang Expressway, or Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway can travel via: Thanh Tri Bridge → Elevated Ring Road III → Do Muoi intersection → Cau Gie – Ninh Binh Expressway.
Vehicles from eastern provinces to northern, western, and northwestern provinces	Option 1: Phu Dong Bridge → Thanh Tri Bridge → Elevated Ring Road III → Thang Long Bridge → Vo Van Kiet… <br> Option 2: National Highway 5 → Nguyen Duc Thuan → Thanh Tri Bridge access road → Phu Dong Bridge → Hanoi – Bac Giang Expressway → Hanoi – Thai Nguyen Expressway, continuing to Phu Tho, Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang… and vice versa.
Vehicles from northern provinces to southern provinces	Vehicles can take the route: National Highway 2 → Vo Van Kiet → Thang Long Bridge → Elevated Ring Road III → Do Muoi intersection → Cau Gie – Ninh Binh Expressway.
Trucks over 10 tons	Trucks with a total designed weight of 10 tons or more are only allowed to travel on the Elevated Ring Road III and are restricted from exiting at the Pham Van Dong, Pham Hung, Khuat Duy Tien, and Nguyen Xien interchanges. All vehicles must strictly follow the instructions of the authorities.

Additionally, the city has specific recommendations for residents to facilitate easier travel:

• Prioritize using coaches, public transport, and elevated trains (Line 2A Cat Linh – Ha Dong, Line 3 Nhon – Hanoi Station).
• Walk on streets within Ba Dinh, Hoan Kiem, Cua Nam, Hai Ba Trung, Giang Vo, and Ngoc Ha districts, and the area around Ba Dinh Square.
• Comply with the instructions of the authorities, stay on the sidewalks, and do not crowd into the roadway.

4. FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the September 2nd road closures

1 – Do the Sep 2nd road closures only apply to cars?

No. The closures apply to various types of vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and buses. However, some routes may only prohibit trucks or coaches, depending on the specific announcement.

2 – Are pedestrians allowed in the closed areas?

For routes serving the parade, procession, and solemn events, pedestrians are also not allowed to enter the restricted areas to ensure absolute security. The police and authorities will set up checkpoints and barriers for control.

Where can I stand to watch the parade and procession?

You can stand on both sides of the road at permitted locations under the guidance of security forces. These areas will have protective barriers set up to ensure the safety of spectators.

Is the Sep 2nd road closure schedule fixed?

The schedule may change to adapt to the actual situation. You should update information from official channels such as newspapers, radio, or the Hanoi City Police information page.

Where can I find information about the Sep 2nd road closures?

Information about the closures will be widely announced by the Hanoi City Police through official media, online newspapers, and reputable social media channels.

Proactively look up official information at: https://a80.hanoi.gov.vn.

Understanding the road closure schedule and traffic diversion plan from August 22nd to September 2nd will help you be more proactive in arranging your travel schedule, avoiding congestion, and saving time. If you plan to participate in activities during the National Day holiday, closely monitor the information and choose suitable transportation for a safe and convenient journey.