Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon
Jul 13, 2027
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How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon

When you want to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 350.68. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 12.78.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Saigon?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon. Your trip will be a total of 4 miles (5 km). The flying distance is 4 miles (5 km).

How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon?

The travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 3 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon?

The cost of the trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is OUROS Travel: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 12.78 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 350.68.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon:

  • Bus tickets - USD 9.53 to USD 9.53;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 15.25 - USD 27.46. From Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon starting from 00:00 Ho Chi Minh Airport until 21:00 Ho Chi Minh Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 12.78 to USD 350.68.

How many trips per day are there between Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 36 by taxi+Van from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon starting from 00:00 Ho Chi Minh Airport until 21:00 Ho Chi Minh Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 12.78.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon

Facts about the transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Saigon

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport5m
Earliest Departure12:00 ночи
Latest Departure9:30 вечера
Departures per day185
Distance5 kilometers
Transport CompaniesApril Adventure, Dichung, Hai Van, Mui Ne Go Travel, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Tiim Group