How to go → BEN TRE to HO CHI MINH? ☀️

From Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City you can travel by bus or taxi.

• • To reach Ho Chi Minh City from Ben Tre, the most convenient option is to travel by tourist bus, particularly if private transfer or taxi services are not available. The bus journey from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City typically spans around 2 hours, with bus tickets priced affordably at approximately $3-4 per person. Alternatively, travelers can opt for private taxi or car services for added comfort and flexibility. Booking a taxi to Saigon can be easily done online. Secure your bus tickets from Ben Tre to Saigon conveniently via online booking. From Ho Chi Minh City, travelers can further explore destinations such as Vung Tau, Mui Ne, or Phan Thiet by bus, train, or car.

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Ben Tre – Explore the Vibrant Floating Markets of Vietnam.

• • Ho Chi Minh City stands as the bustling transport nucleus of southern Vietnam. Situated approximately 100 km from Ho Chi Minh City by land, Ben Tre (Bến Tre) is a sought-after destination for tourists eager to experience the charm of Vietnam’s floating markets. The route from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City is a well-traveled path in the southern region. Unfortunately, there are no train or flight services available from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City, making bus, motorbike, or taxi the primary modes of transportation. Prior to your arrival in Saigon, familiarize yourself with the city’s weather conditions through our comprehensive guide: What is the weather in Saigon?

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How do I get from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City?

1. BUS from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City

Since there is no train from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam, there is no railway between the cities, so most travelers will use bus services. The bus trip from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City is therefore the most used transport option for solo low-cost travelers.

And the journey is relatively short and one might even say fast. On the route from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City, you can use companies such as Thao Chau or Phuong Trang – Futabus, which offer you buses with seats or sleeping beds. The bus ride from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City takes approximately 2-2.5 hours and the buses usually depart from the city center.

You will always see exact information about departure and arrival points when ordering bus tickets online. E.g. the Thao Chau bus will take you to District 5 in Saigon.

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However, it is also necessary to take into account that the exact times of departure and therefore arrival may differ slightly, buses in Vietnam are also late and the traffic situation on the roads also depends.

A bus ride from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City will cost you between $3-4/pp. You can search and book bus tickets from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City online even in advance. Always read all ticket and transfer information and instructions carefully.

It is also recommended to arrive at the departure point at least 30 minutes before the departure of the bus. Transport by bus in this area is the most used variant, mainly due to the absence of a railway, it is also one of the cheapest options.

2. TAXI / CAR from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City

If you were looking for a private transfer with a driver from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City, this option is also available in this area. Of course, it is one of the most expensive types of transport between these cities. The advantage of this option is that you can specify your departure point in Ben Tre and your arrival point in Ho Chi Minh City.

There are also cars in operation that will take you directly to Tan Son Nhat Airport, for example, so if you are flying elsewhere, this is an ideal option. Private cars / taxis from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City are offered by private companies G5 Car Limousine, Ngan Linh Transport, Mui Ne Sky Travel, Ouros Travel or Saigon DMC.

Most of these well-known companies are also well-rated by other travelers and will offer you a hassle-free transfer between these cities. These private transportation companies offer the reservation of various smaller cars, SUVs and or minivans for groups of travelers. You can therefore book a minivan for several people and then calculate the fare for individual passengers, so you can save your money.

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Driving time by private car/taxi from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City is approx. 1.5-2 hours and car reservation is in the price range of $45-150/car. Smaller cars usually have lower prices, minivans or minibuses are always the most expensive form of transportation to Saigon.

You can search and book your private car with driver from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City online well in advance. Always re-read all transfer conditions and follow any instructions the companies have. A private car will probably not be a suitable choice for solo low-cost travelers due to the higher price.

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