Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau

Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau

Ho Chi Minh
Vung Tau
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Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau Destination Reviews

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Angus L
The ferry travel was very good. No problems. But there was a problem with 12GO information. Map information was incorrect.
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Ferry Eco, Greenlines DP, Jun 27, 2026
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Justine C
Easy to book, great communication, safe driving
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Van VIP, Halong Travel Limousine, Jun 25, 2026
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Stuart R
The trip was great, the ferry was great. 12GO however was a shambles. Do not trust their pickup locations, they are miles off
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Ferry Eco, Greenlines DP, Jun 22, 2026
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Jason R
They were very responsive and helpful, they provided airport transfer and the bus was very comfortable and nice driver. Stopped for food and washroom break. I highly recommend this company.
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Van VIP, Halong Travel Limousine, Jun 19, 2026
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Eric J
We left on time and journey was very good. I gave my hotel final destination and has been dropped there 😍
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Van VIP, Halong Travel Limousine, Jun 16, 2026
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Sylvain
It wasn't the seat I booked for. They put me on a little seat in front of everyone
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Ferry Eco, Greenlines DP, Jun 12, 2026
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Isabelle
The driver took a very long break after an hour, and then he drove very fast; it was reckless. An Italian gentleman even shouted "slow down, slow down!" to him, and he added, speaking of the driver in English, "he's crazy." Then we arrived in Vung Tau. The driver dropped off a woman who had been sitting next to him, then stopped at another place to drop off three more people. Then he stopped and told us to get off... but I had been following the route on Google Maps from the beginning, and we were very, very far from our hotel... I gave him my phone so he could see where our hotel was. I thought he understood. He dropped off the Italian gentleman... and then it was just us left on the bus. I was still following the route on Google Maps, and then I saw that he was heading in the opposite direction from our hotel... I went back to him and showed him my phone... we must have been 4 or 5 minutes away by car from our hotel... he refused to take us there and dropped us off at the agency... We wasted so much time at the agency because the receptionist said that the driver had stopped at our hotel but that we hadn't wanted to get out... ridiculous! If he dropped us off near our hotel, why wouldn't we get out? Then she told me it was because I gave her colleague in Ho Chi Minh City the wrong address... That's false, because in Ho Chi Minh City, I gave her my phone number with the Booking.com reservation... and I only had one hotel booked in Vung Tau... no mistake possible: I must have given the correct address... After half an hour, another driver picked us up and dropped us off near our hotel... this driver was older and drove very well; he was friendly and polite. It's because of him that I gave two stars in the rating; otherwise, for the first trip and for the agency in Vung Tau, I would have given a very bad rating.
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Van VIP, Halong Travel Limousine, May 26, 2026
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Michael
Fast, comfortable, scenic
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Ferry Eco, Greenlines DP, May 21, 2026
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Chin C
Very Good service
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, Van VIP, Halong Travel Limousine, May 20, 2026
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Stephanie
Very professional, safe driver. Beautiful, comfy car. Perfect experience.
Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau, taxi SUV 5pax, Taxigo vn, May 7, 2026
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How to get from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 133.48. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 34.23.

How far is Ho Chi Minh from Vung Tau?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau. Your trip will be a total of 415 miles (667 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau?

The travel time from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau?

The cost of the trip from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Trong Tai Travel: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 34.23 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 133.48.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 7.41 to USD 34.91;
  • Van price : USD 8.79 - USD 12.32;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 11.86 - USD 15.97. From Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau starting from 09:30 131 Nguyen Thai Binh until 13:00 131 Nguyen Thai Binh
  • Ferry tickets - USD 16.16 to USD 16.16.
  • flight+taxi price: USD 42.92 - USD 82.98. From Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau starting from 00:00 Tan Son Nhat airport until 00:00 Tan Son Nhat airport
  • Plane tickets - USD 122.41 to USD 124.81;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 34.23 to USD 133.48.

How many trips per day are there between Ho Chi Minh and Vung Tau?

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 122.41.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau

Vietnam Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau 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 Vung Tau. 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 34.23.

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

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau? 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:

  • 49% opted for a van.
  • 23% decided to go for a bus.
  • 19% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 3% users took a plane.
  • 3% chosen flight+taxi
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau

Facts about the transport from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:00 ص
Latest Departure11:40 م
Departures per day20
Distance667 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBen Thanh Travel, Futa Bus, GoEz Travel, Greenlines DP Ferry, Halong Travel Limousine, Hoa Mai Limousine, Huy Hoang, Kumho Samco, Mixi Travel, Muine Express, Ngan Linh Transport, Saigon DMC, Trong Tai Travel, VIE Limousine, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Transfers, VietNam Travel Bus