1. Ferry – Saigon to Vung Tau
2. Bus – Saigon to Vung Tau
3. Van – Saigon to Vung Tau
4. Taxi – Saigon to Vung Tau
5. Saigon Airport to Vung Tau
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Saigon to Vung Tau – The Best Ways to Travel:
From Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau you can travel by bus/van, ferry/speedboat.
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- Escape the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City with a getaway to Vung Tau, situated just 100 km away. While direct train or flight connections are unavailable, travelers have various transportation options at their disposal. Enjoy a scenic boat, ferry, or hydrofoil ride, covering the distance in approximately 2 hours. Alternatively, opt for tourist buses or minivans, ensuring a comfortable journey lasting around 2.5-3 hours. Bus fares from Saigon to Vung Tau start at just $7-10 per person, while boat or ferry tickets range from $13-17 per person. For a more personalized experience, consider hiring a private taxi or car, costing approximately $50-130 per vehicle and providing a swift journey lasting 2-2.5 hours. Conveniently, travelers can arrange for tourist buses or vans, or private taxis or cars from Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau. Secure your bus, ferry, or car tickets online effortlessly for your journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau. Explore further from Vung Tau by venturing to Con Dao Island.
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- Discover Vung Tau (Bà Rịa–Vũng Tàu Province), a dynamic destination nestled in southern Vietnam, renowned for its blend of tourism and industry. With a population of approximately 350,000, Vung Tau boasts pristine beaches and modern amenities, attracting visitors seeking relaxation from Ho Chi Minh City. Notable landmarks include the Vũng Tàu Lighthouse, the Statue of Jesus Christ atop Small Mountain, Duc Me Bai Dau, Thắng Tam Temple, and the Martyr’s Memorial. Before your visit, acquaint yourself with Vung Tau’s weather conditions by reading our article on Weather in Vung Tau. Travelers have three popular options to reach Vung Tau from Saigon: tourist buses or vans, ferries or boats, and private taxis, limousines, or cars. While flights to Vung Tau are unavailable from Saigon, travelers can explore nearby destinations such as Chau Doc or Mui Ne via tourist buses, trains to Phan Thiet, or private taxis.
| Transfer Mode – Saigon to Vung Tau: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Bus / Van | 2.5-3 hours | $7-18/pp |
| Ferry | 2 hours | $12-15/pp |
| Private Car | 2-2.5 hours | $49-130/car |
How do I get from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
1. SPEEDBOAT / FERRY from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau
The speed boat trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau is a great option for fast and affordable transportation that will also expand your horizons of learning about Vietnam. The boat route to Vung Tau and back is operated by Greenlines Ferry, which offers you a hassle-free cruise with comfortable seats on the boat.
Ferry transport is the fastest way to get to Vung Tau from Saigon, the journey time is about 2 hours and boat tickets cost an average of $13-17/person. It is also a good opportunity to go from the center of Saigon to Vung Tau, as the boats depart from the Bach Dang Speed Ferry Terminal, which is a short distance from the city center itself.
These ferries then arrive at Greenlines DP Seaport Vung Tau (12/1 Trần Phú, Vũng Tàu), which is a short distance from the center of Vung Tau, located on the west side of the city. This route is one of the very popular boat routes among tourists who want to get to know southern Vietnam from a boat.
Greenlines Ferry is a verified and mostly problem-free company with which you will have no problems, the references are mostly positive. You can easily search for ferry tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau online even in advance and be sure of your ride. Also, always read all important information before ordering tickets that relate to the boat transfer.
You can also use this transport option on the return trip, there are also boats leaving for Saigon from Vung Tau. Please arrive at Bach Dang Terminal in Saigon well in advance, at least 30 minutes before the boat departure is recommended. The timetable of the boats from Saigon to Vung Tau is a bit limited, but you will definitely choose your suitable connection.
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- Book and buy ferry/boat e-tickets from Saigon to Vung Tau on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
- Children under 6 are free and do not need a ticket if they share a seat with a parent and children ages 6-11 are half price, read the instructions on the online platforms
2. BUS / MINIBUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau
Another popular way to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau is by air-conditioned tourist bus or minibus. It is a low-cost transport option and is also very popular among tourists. There are many buses or comfortable smaller minibuses of various private companies such as Phuong Trang (Futabus), Viet Nam Travel Bus, Vie Limousine, Hoa Mai, Kumho Samco, Ouros Travel, Techbus VN, Huy Hoang, Anh Quoc Limousine and others.
Futabus buses offer sleeping berths and smaller minibuses offer you comfortable seats. Minibuses are also sometimes faster, the travel time from Saigon to Vung Tau is approximately 2.5-3 hours and tickets range from $6-18/person. All these minibuses and buses to Vung Tau depart from different places in Ho Chi Minh City (eg District 1 or Mien Tay station) and arrive at different places in Vung Tau, you can see this before ordering tickets on online platforms.
Some buses also leave from Tan Son Nhat Airport, so this is an advantage for those who want to get to Vung Tau quickly straight from the airport. The timetables are relatively long and there are plenty of bus services from the above companies throughout the day. Be sure to choose your desired connection, read all the additional information related to the transfer before ordering tickets.
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- Book bus e-tickets from Saigon to Vung Tau easily online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
- You will receive your bus e-ticket to Vung Tau by email, ready to print or carry in your mobile phone or tablet and present at the ticket counter of the station or before boarding the bus in Saigon
3. MINIVAN / LIMOUSINE from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau
Transportation by minivans and so-called limousines from Saigon to Vung Tau is actually something similar to minibuses. Again, there are plenty of private companies that offer really new and modern, comfortable minivans even for several people in a group.
The private transport companies that offer such a transfer are Vie Limousine, Huy Hoang, Ouros Travel, Kumho Samco, Anh Quoc or Hoa Mai, i.e. actually the same ones named above. Fares to Vung Tau in southern Vietnam are roughly in the same range as the tour buses, around $9-21/person. Again, you can order these private transfers online even in advance.
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- Book bus / van e-tickets from Saigon to Vung Tau on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
- you will receive your e-ticket to Vung Tau by email, ready to print or carry in your mobile phone or tablet and present at the ticket counter of the station or before boarding the bus in Saigon
4. TAXI / CAR from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau
A very comfortable and fast ride from Saigon to Vung Tau will also be offered by private air-conditioned taxis, cars with drivers. Of course, a private taxi will be the most expensive transportation option for you, but it will offer comfort, departures from your desired location and arrival at your designated location in Vung Tau.
Various private taxi companies operate between Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau and they offer modern and comfortable cars, but also minivans for groups of more people. Some of the private and well-rated companies that operate transfers to Vung Tau are: Viet Technology Travel, Tiim Group, Ouros Travel, Hai Van Transport, Nga Linh Transport, Mui Ne Sky Travel and or Saigon DMC.
If you use the transfers of these private companies, your driving time from Saigon to Vung Tau will be approximately 2 hours and the price for the ride will be approximately $45-150/car, depending on the type of car you choose for transportation. When looking for and booking your private taxi/car from Saigon to Vung Tau online at 12go.asia, always read all the important information about this transfer to avoid any complications.
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5. Travel on MOTORBIKE to Vung Tau
Those who have experience driving a motorcycle in Asia can also use transportation and driving a motorcycle from Saigon to Vung Tau. In Ho Chi Minh City, there are many motorcycle or scooter rental companies, but if you want to ride a motorcycle, you must have an International Driving Permit and a valid license for the motorcycle you are renting.
You should definitely have some driving skills as the traffic on the roads in Vietnam can be chaotic and even dangerous at times. Motorcycle transportation from Saigon to Vung Tau is also a cheap matter of transportation, motorcycle rental in Vietnam starts at 10 USD for the whole day, it can be even more depending on the type of motorcycle.
The advantage of motorbike transportation to Vung Tau is that you have absolute freedom of movement and you can also visit other interesting places in southern Vietnam. It is also an ideal means of transportation around Vung Tau. You can search for and book a motorbike in Vietnam easily online and in advance. In Ho Chi Minh City you can use eg. – Saigon scooter rental or Tigitmotorbikes.
6. TRAIN from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
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- no, there is not train connection between Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau
- but, there is a plan to build train connection in the near future (more information)
How to get from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau?
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- there are buses/minivans of Hoa Mai, Havaz, Ouros Travel from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau
- buses or minivans depart from International Terminal Parking Lot
- Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City (Sân bay Tân Sơn Nhất)
- modern and comfortable seat air-conditioned buses or vans/minivans
- travel by bus/van from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau takes about 2-2.5 hours
- one-way bus ticket from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau costs about $12-21/pp (bus seat or VIP Class)
- Book bus tickets from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
Baolau – search, book and buy tickets online
– Baolau sells the train, bus, ferry e-tickets, flights mainly for Vietnam (+ tickets for Cambodia and Laos)
– bus tickets of various companies (Mai Linh, Hoang Long, TheSinh Tourist, EcoSapa, Futabus, InterBus Lines…)
– company offers flights of Vietnamese airlines, JetStar, VietJet Air, Air Asia as well as flights to neighbouring countries
– tickets for the ferries in Vietnam, eg. ferry to Phu Quoc, Con Dao, ferry to Cat Ba, ferry to Phnom Penh, ferry to Quan Lan…
– tickets for Malaysia (eg. Kuala Lumpur to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands…)
– the price of tickets or flights is from the official price of transport company or airlines
– you can use online train e-ticket in your mobile phone in Vietnam (I recommend to print a ticket)
– read in the order any other information about ticket, read also frequently asked questions on Baolau
12go.asia – search, book and buy tickets online
– 12go.asia sells the train, bus, ferry e-tickets, flights mainly to Thailand (also tickets for Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia, Cambodia)
– from 2018 you can book train tickets for China online (Beijing to Xian, Beijing to Shanghai, Shanghai to Hangzhou..)
– ferry/boat tickets in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, eg. ferry to Vung Tau, ferry to Koh Rong, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Chang, Koh Tao…
– train tickets for the most frequented routes in Thailand – Bangkok > Kanchanaburi, Bangkok > Chiang Mai, Bangkok > Surat Thani..
– more information about train tickets and trains in Thailand
– you can use an online train ticket in Vietnam + Thailand in your mobile phone or tablet
– information about 12go.asia read in article about transportation in Vietnam
– if you order a ticket of private trains in Vietnam to Sapa on 12go.asia or Baolau (Orient Express, Sapaly…), you must pick it up at the station
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau:
1. How to book bus tickets or taxi from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
2. What is the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
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- Travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau is about 100 km by bus and about 90 km by ferry.
3. What is the travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
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- Travel by ferry / hydrofoil from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau takes about 2 hours.
- Travel by bus / minivan from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau takes about 2.5-3 hours.
- Travel by taxi / private car from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau takes about 2-2.5 hours.
4. What is the price of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
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- Transport by ferry / speedboat from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau costs about $12-15/pp.
- Transport by bus / minivan from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau costs about $7-18/pp.
- Transport by taxi / private car from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau costs about $49-130/car.
5. Is there a train from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
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- No, there is not a train connection from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau, it is not possible to travel by train.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau is to travel by bus/van. Bus tickets for tourist sleeper buses to Vung Tau by Futabus start at $6-8/pp.
7. What is the fastest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau?
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- The most fastest option of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau is to travel by ferry/speeedboat.
8. Is there an airport in Vung Tau? Are there flights from Saigon?
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- There is a small airport in Vung Tau City (only for some private flights). Travel by plane from Saigon to Vung Tau is not possible, there are no flights.
9. Is there some bus or minivan from Tan Son That Airport to Vung Tau?
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- Yes, there are some buses or private modern minivans from Tan Son That Airport to Vung Tau, bus tickets cost about $6-116/pp, check Baolau/12go. There are also various private taxi companies from the airport to Vung Tau.
10. Is it possible to travel from Vung Tau to Con Dao – Con Son?
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- Yes, from Vung Tau to Con Dao Islands you can travel by ferry/boat. Travel by ferry from Vung Tau to Con Dao takes about 3.5 hours. Check this article: How to get from Vung Tau to Con Dao (Con Son)?
11. When is the best time to visit Vung Tau?
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- The best time to visit Vung Tau is from November to April when the weather is dry and the temperatures are pleasant. Avoid the rainy season from May to October as heavy rainfall can affect outdoor activities.
12. What activities can I enjoy in Vung Tau?
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- Relax on the beaches, visit iconic landmarks like the Christ of Vung Tau statue, explore the White Villa, and enjoy water sports such as parasailing and jet skiing.
13. Can I explore Vung Tau on foot?
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- Yes, Vung Tau is relatively small and walkable. You can explore the city on foot, especially the beach areas and nearby attractions. Renting a bicycle is also a popular option.
14. What local dishes should I try in Vung Tau?
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- Don’t miss out on trying fresh seafood dishes such as grilled octopus, seafood hotpot, and banh khot (savory mini pancakes). Enjoying a beachside seafood meal is a must.
15. Where you can also travel from Ho Chi Minh City, what to visit?
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- From Ho Chi Minh City you can also travel by plane or bus + ferry to Phu Quoc or you can visit Da Lat, or you can cross the border to Cambodia and travel to Phnom Penh – the capital of Cambodia.
16. Which beaches can you visit in southern Vietnam?
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- Southern Vietnam is known for various nice coastline and beautiful beaches. The best places for visit these beaches are in Phu Quoc, Con Dao, Vung Tau or Mui Ne. Read this article: The Best Beaches in Southern Vietnam.
17. Which floating markets are the most popular in southern Vietnam?
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- There are a few very interesting and big floating markets in southern Vietnam, Mekong Delta region for visit. The most visited are Cai Rang, Cai Be, Phong Dien floating markets.
18. How to travel solo in Vietnam?
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- Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.
BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Vung Tau ➜
🚍 Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
FULL UPDATED BUS SCHEDULE – CLICK HERE
Bus Schedule - Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau | Departure in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Vung Tau | Book bus ticket |
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Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 11:00 | 13:00 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 10:30 | 12:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 07:00 | 09:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 08:00 | 10:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 09:00 | 11:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 09:30 | 12:00 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 10:00 | 12:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 11:00 | 13:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 12:00 | 14:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 13:00 | 15:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 14:00 | 16:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 15:00 | 17:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 16:00 | 18:30 | |
Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 17:00 | 21:30 | |
Huy Hoang | 06:00 | 08:20 | |
Huy Hoang | 07:00 | 09:20 | |
Huy Hoang | 07:30 | 09:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 09:00 | 11:20 | |
Huy Hoang | 13:30 | 15:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 14:00 | 16:20 | |
Huy Hoang | 14:30 | 16:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 15:00 | 17:20 | |
Huy Hoang | 15:30 | 17:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 16:30 | 18:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 17:30 | 19:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 18:00 | 20:20 | |
Huy Hoang | 18:30 | 20:50 | |
Huy Hoang | 19:00 | 21:20 | |
Vie Limousine | 07:30 | 09:30 | |
Vie Limousine | 09:00 | 11:00 | |
Vie Limousine | 10:00 | 12:00 | |
Vie Limousine | 12:00 | 14:00 | |
Vie Limousine | 14:00 | 16:00 | |
Vie Limousine | 14:30 | 16:30 | |
Vie Limousine | 15:30 | 17:30 | |
Vie Limousine | 18:00 | 20:00 | |
Kumho Samco | 06:00 | 08:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 07:00 | 09:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 08:00 | 10:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 09:00 | 11:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 10:00 | 12:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 11:00 | 13:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 12:00 | 14:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 13:00 | 15:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 14:00 | 16:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 15:00 | 17:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 16:00 | 18:30 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 06:45 | 08:55 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 07:15 | 09:25 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 07:45 | 09:55 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 08:15 | 10:25 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 08:45 | 10:55 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 09:15 | 11:25 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 09:45 | 11:55 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 10:15 | 12:25 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 10:45 | 12:55 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 11:15 | 13:25 | |
Hoa Mai (Airport) | 11:45 | 13:55 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 07:45 | 09:55 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 11:30 | 14:00 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 14:00 | 16:30 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 16:30 | 19:00 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 18:30 | 21:00 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 19:30 | 22:00 | |
Phu Hai (Airport) | 21:00 | 23:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 06:00 | 08:00 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 06:30 | 08:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 07:00 | 09:00 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 07:30 | 09:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 08:00 | 10:00 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 08:30 | 10:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 09:00 | 11:00 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 09:30 | 11:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 10:00 | 12:00 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 10:30 | 12:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 11:30 | 13:30 | |
Ouros Travel (Airport) | 12:00 | 14:00 |
🚢 Ferry from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau – Schedule / Timetable + Ferry Tickets:
FULL UPDATED FERRY SCHEDULE – CLICK HERE
Ferry Schedule - Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau | Departure in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Vung Tau | Ferry Tickets |
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Greenlines Ferry | 08:00 | 10:00 | From $15.00 |
Greenlines Ferry | 10:00 | 12:00 | From $15.00 |
Greenlines Ferry | 12:00 | 14:00 | From $15.00 |
Greenlines Ferry | 14:00 | 16:00 | From $15.00 |
🚕 Taxi Schedule / Timetable – Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau + Prices:
Taxi Schedule - Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau | Departs | Travel time | Price (Car) |
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Viet Technology Travel | Any Time | 02:00 | From $53.00 |
Viet Technology Travel | Any Time | 01:30 | From $62.00 |
Hai Van Transport | Any Time | 02:00 | From $105.00 |
Hai Van Transport | Any Time | 02:00 | From $121.00 |
Tiim Group (SUV) | Any Time | 02:30 | From $108.00 |
Tiim Group (Van) | Any Time | 02:30 | From $128.00 |
Mui Ne Sky Travel | Any Time | 02:00 | From $67.00 |
Mui Ne Sky Travel | Any Time | 02:00 | From $77.00 |
Mui Ne Sky Travel | Any Time | 02:00 | From $82.00 |
Ouros Travel | Any Time | 02:00 | From $75.00 |
Ouros Travel | Any Time | 01:40 | From $81.00 |
4 Ways of Transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau:
| 1. SPEEDBOAT / FERRY from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau | |
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| Transport Option | Speedboat / Ferry |
| Additional Information | Greenlines Ferry company operates high-speed ferry/boat |
| Travel Time | About 2 hours |
| Price | About $13-17 per person for one-way ticket |
| Departure Point | Bach Dang Speed Ferry Terminal in Ho Chi Minh City |
| Arrival Port | Greenlines DP Seaport Vung Tau, Vung Tau (12/1 Trần Phú) |
| Additional Information | Arrive at the boat at least 30 minutes before departure |
| 2. BUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau | |
| Transport Option | Tourist Bus |
| Additional Information | Futabus (Phuong Trang) and Phu Hai buses available |
| Travel Time | About 2.5-3 hours |
| Price | About $7-18 per person (seat) |
| 3. MINIVAN / LIMOUSINE from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau | |
| Transport Option | Minivan / Limousine |
| Additional Information | Various companies provide air-conditioned minivans and limousine buses |
| Travel Time | About 2.5 hours |
| Price | About $9-21 per person, seat |
| Private Companies | Vie Limousine, Huy Hoang, Ouros Travel, Kumho Samco, Anh Quoc, Hoa Mai |
| Additional Information | Arrive at the boarding point at least 30 minutes before departure |
| 4. TAXI / CAR from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau | |
| Transport Option | Taxi / Car |
| Additional Information | Private taxi companies available with various car options (Van, Minivan, SUV) |
| Private Companies | Viet Technology Travel, Tiim Group, Ouros Travel, Hai Van Transport, Saigon DMC… |
| Price | About $49-130 (depends on the type of car) |
🎫 Book and buy your tickets from Saigon to Vung Tau + Schedule:
(You can change your departure, arrival, e.g. Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat, Ho Chi Minh to Mui Ne…)