Metro Station Rạch Chiếc

Rạch Chiếc Metro Station sits in An Phú Ward. This Thủ Đức City location places it on Line 1. The Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line 1 features 11 elevated stops. Rạch Chiếc is one of these stations. It serves eastern areas of the Saigon River. These areas include residential and developing neighborhoods. The station structure has a steel dome design. It also uses heat-resistant roofing. This design matches most other elevated stations on Line 1.

The station offers access to both sides of Võ Nguyên Giáp Road. It also connects to Hanoi Highway. A pedestrian bridge joins the transit floor to surrounding areas. This bridge helps passengers cross the thoroughfare safely. The nearby Rạch Chiếc River lends its name to the station. It lies between An Phú station and Phước Long station along the metro line.

Automated ticket machines are available at the station. Commuters find motorbike and bicycle parking underneath the station. The surrounding area includes low-rise neighborhoods. It also features high-rise apartment buildings. The station is near the planned Rach Chiec National Sports Complex. This complex marks a major future city development.

HCMC Metro Line 1 started commercial operations. This began on December 22, 2024. Rạch Chiếc station forms an integral part of this network. The line links the city center at Bến Thành. It reaches the city’s eastern gateway. This significantly cuts travel times for commuters.