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What are the latest traffic restriction times for vehicles in Chengdu?

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DelBrayden
07/29/2025, 01:11:10 AM

Chengdu's latest traffic restriction times for vehicles are from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays, with the restricted area covering all roads within the Chengdu Ring Expressway. The restriction rules divide the above-mentioned restricted vehicles into five groups based on the last digit of the license plate number, with two numbers in each group. On Saturdays and Sundays that are adjusted to working days, the tail number restriction is not implemented. Military vehicles, police cars, fire rescue vehicles, ambulances, engineering emergency vehicles, tour taxis, vehicles with embassy or consulate license plates, and foreign vehicles approved for temporary entry, as well as other vehicles exempt from route and direction restrictions as stipulated by law, are not subject to the tail number restriction measures.

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OCharles
08/12/2025, 02:42:17 PM

I often drive in Chengdu, and the traffic restriction hours are crucial. The latest regulations state that restrictions are in place on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The specific last digit of the license plate corresponds to different days: Monday restricts vehicles ending with 1 and 6, Tuesday with 2 and 7, Wednesday with 3 and 8, Thursday with 4 and 9, and Friday with 5 and 0. There are no restrictions on weekends and public holidays, so you can drive without worry. I drive a car with a license plate ending in 4, so I’m extra careful during those hours on Thursdays, trying to avoid driving or leaving early. This policy aims to ease urban traffic congestion, but for commuters like us, the pressure of waking up early to beat the restriction is real. I recommend downloading a local traffic app to check real-time updates and not forgetting the restriction hours. If you accidentally drive during restricted hours and get caught, you’ll face fines and penalty points.

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CadenFitz
10/03/2025, 01:37:51 AM

As a homemaker, I shuttle my kids to and from school and do grocery shopping every day, so I must firmly remember Chengdu's traffic restriction hours. On weekdays, from 7:30 to 9:30 and 17:00 to 19:30, driving is not allowed freely—it depends on the last digit of the license plate corresponding to the day. For example, Monday restricts plates ending with 1 and 6, Tuesday with 2 and 7. Our family car has a plate ending with 8, so during those hours on Wednesday, we must take a detour or use public transport. Fortunately, there are no restrictions on holidays, Saturdays, or Sundays, making family outings more worry-free. This regulation reduces traffic during peak hours, but it can be troublesome in emergencies. I often remind my family to check the schedule in advance or listen to traffic radio for updates. Overall, it alleviates urban congestion, but requires adjusting daily routines. It's advisable to consult the vehicle management office to avoid mistakes.

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ReedMarie
11/16/2025, 02:17:29 AM

For young drivers in Chengdu, it's essential to be aware of the traffic restriction hours: from 7:30-9:30 and 17:00-19:30 on weekdays (Monday to Friday), vehicles are restricted based on their license plate numbers. The specific restrictions are as follows: Monday for plates ending with 1 and 6, Tuesday for 2 and 7, Wednesday for 3 and 8, Thursday for 4 and 9, and Friday for 5 and 0. My car's plate ends with 3, so I need to avoid driving during those times on Wednesday. On weekends, driving is unrestricted, which is quite convenient. I often use the Gaode Map App to check the rules to avoid fines. Overall, this policy helps reduce traffic congestion during peak hours.

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ChaseFitz
01/06/2026, 09:06:02 PM

I've been driving for decades and am very familiar with Chengdu's traffic restriction rules. On weekdays, vehicles with certain license plate endings are restricted from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The restrictions correspond as follows: Monday for plates ending with 1 and 6, Tuesday for 2 and 7, Wednesday for 3 and 8, Thursday for 4 and 9, and Friday for 5 and 0. There are no restrictions on holidays. Remember the timings and don't cut it close. It's advisable to use navigation tools or traffic radio for real-time updates. This system has effectively alleviated traffic congestion.

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VonLeila
04/03/2026, 03:12:39 AM

As a first-time tourist in Chengdu, I was confused by the traffic restriction rules. Locals explained that on weekdays, vehicles with certain license plate endings are restricted during 7:30-9:30 and 17:00-19:30. Monday restricts plates ending with 1 and 6, Tuesday 2 and 7, Wednesday 3 and 8, Thursday 4 and 9, and Friday 5 and 0. On weekends and holidays, you can drive freely. Tourists renting cars should check the plate endings to avoid tickets. I found it convenient to check the information on my phone. Overall, the policy helps maintain orderly traffic.

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