Wednesday, 23:40, 29/04/2026

Mass exodus from Hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday

VOV.VN - Major highways and gateways out of Hanoi were overwhelmed on April 29 by a surge in traffic as thousands of people left the capital ahead of the Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers' Day (May 1) holiday, which this year lasts four consecutive days.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 1 — From early afternoon, traffic volume rises rapidly, and by around 4 p.m., many key routes are heavily congested, with vehicles stretching for kilometers.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 2 — At the elevated Ring Road 3 access point from Nguyen Xien area, a sudden surge in traffic volume causes vehicles to back up and become congested.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 3 — Along outbound expressways, streams of cars, coaches, and motorbikes inch forward in slow, packed lines.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 4 — At times, traffic comes to a near standstill as the sudden spike in volume overwhelms road capacity.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 5 — Not only expressways but also ring roads and major exit routes experience prolonged congestion.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 6 — Inside vehicles, families carry bulky luggage, children appeare exhausted after long journeys, and drivers show visible signs of stress as they advance meter by meter through the gridlock.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 7 — The sharp increase in vehicles during peak hours places significant pressure on transport infrastructure, particularly at intersections and highway access points.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 8 — The constant honking, exhaust fumes, and hurried crowds paint a familiar picture seen during major holiday periods.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 9 — Traffic pressure along Pham Hung Street intensifies with each passing hour.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 10 — The sheer volume of traffic within a short period continues to make travel difficult.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 11 — Many drivers report that their travel time has doubled compared to normal days.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 12 — Despite the congestion, many people continue to look for ways through, hoping to break free from the packed traffic in time to make their journey home for the holiday.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 13 — In contrast to the heavily congested direction, the southern section of the elevated Ring Road 3 sees a marked drop in traffic pressure.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 14 — Vehicle flow thins out, lanes become noticeably clearer, and cars are able to move at higher, more stable speeds.

mass exodus from hanoi overwhelms highways ahead of national holiday picture 15 — Authorities expect the volume of outbound vehicles from Hanoi to remain high into the morning of April 30, as more people head to their hometowns or travel destinations.

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