The Speed Limits of Cars in Vietnam You Should Know Before Renting a Car
Through our tracking app, we have found that many customers—primarily foreigners—tend to exceed the speed limits in Vietnam during their trips. While speed cameras are on most roads, police officers do not constantly update traffic violations in real-time. In some cases, tickets or fines are issued 1 to 3 months after the violation occurs.
The challenge? Many of our customers have not been in Vietnam for more than a month, making handling these fines difficult. That is why we must hold a security deposit when customers exceed speed limits during their rental period. Unfortunately, this often leads to frustration, which we understand entirely.
To avoid this, knowing the speed limits in Vietnam before renting a car—whether from Mirencar or any other rental company is crucial. Starting January 1, 2025, the Vietnamese government will introduce higher fines for traffic violations and may even deduct points from your driver’s license.
We always want you to have a safe and enjoyable trip in Vietnam, so please read this guide carefully to ensure a smooth driving experience.
Understanding the Speed Limits in Vietnam
Speed limits vary depending on the type of road and location. Each section of the road will have speed limit signs, but sometimes they may be hidden by trees, billboards, or other obstacles. It’s important to stay alert and drive carefully.
1. Speed Limits in Densely Populated Areas (Except Highways)
- 60 km/h → Double track, One-way roads with two or more lanes for cars
- 50 km/h → One-way roads with only one lane for cars
2. Speed Limits Outside Densely Populated Areas (Except Highways)
- 90 km/h → Double track, One-way roads with two or more lanes for cars
- 80 km/h → One-way roads with only one lane for cars
3. Speed Limits on Highways in Vietnam
The maximum speed limit for cars on highways varies between 90 km/h to 120 km/h, depending on the specific highway.
Examples of Speed Limits on Major Highways
- Ho Chi Minh – Trung Luong Highway → 60 – 100 km/h
- Trung Luong – My Thuan – Can Tho Highway → 60 – 90 km/h
- Ho Chi Minh – Long Thanh – Dau Giay Highway → 60 – 120 km/h
- Dau Giay – Phan Thiet Highway → 60 – 120 km/h
- Phan Thiet – Vinh Hao Highway → 60 – 90 km/h
- Vinh Hao – Cam Ranh Highway → 60 – 90 km/h
- Quang Ngai – Da Nang Highway → 60 – 120 km/h
🚨 Important Note About Toll Plazas 🚨
When approaching highway toll plazas, you will see signs requiring you to slow down to 60 km/h or less. If you fail to reduce speed, a police officer may stop your vehicle and issue a ticket.
How to Avoid Speeding Tickets in Vietnam
If you don’t want to receive tickets from the police or additional fines from the car rental company, you must follow the speed limits in Vietnam and pay close attention to road signs.
Helpful Apps for Speed Limit Warnings
To assist you in following traffic rules, you can install speed limit apps on your phone:
- Vietmap Live App
- Wyn App
- Gofa App
These apps provide real-time traffic updates and speed limit notifications, helping you drive safely.
Final Thoughts
Driving in Vietnam can be an exciting experience, but following speed limits and traffic rules is essential to ensure a smooth journey. We always hope you have a safe, fun, and hassle-free trip.
If you need assistance, please contact me on WhatsApp: +84 966 69 68 49.📍 See you in Vietnam! Safe travels! 🚗🇻🇳
