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How to get from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island
How to get from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island? You can travel to Phu Quoc by combination of train, bus, ferry and plane.

1. Flights to Phu Quoc
2. Train / Bus + Ferry
3. FAQ + Travel Tips
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From Nha Trang to Phu Quoc you can travel by plane or train/bus+ferry.

    • Travel distance from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc is about 900 km by land and about 700 km by plane. There is already a direct flight from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc, and there are also flights from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh and from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc. Flights are the best way how to get to Phu Quoc Island from Nha Trang, because travel by train/bus+ferry takes a lot of time. Travel by train/bus is a good option if you want to visit also another places in southern Vietnam. You can also travel by train of Vietnam Railways from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City. From Ho Chi Minh you can travel by tourist bus to Rach Gia or Ha Tien and there are ferries and boats to Phu Quoc Island. Travel by train from Nha Trang to Saigon takes about 8-10 hours and you can book seat or sleeper berth. There are no trains from Ho Chi Minh to Rach Gia or Ha Tien – there are only buses or minvians. Travel by land is the most cheapest way how to get from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc, but sometimes flights via Ho Chi Minh City are also very cheap. Book your flights or train/bus/ferry tickets from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc online. From Phu Quoc Island you can travel to Cambodia (e.g. to Sihanoukville) by bus via border town of Ha Tien and Kampot in Cambodia.

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    • The mountainous and forested, teardrop-shaped island of Phu Quoc lies in the Gulf of Thailand about 15 kilometers from Cambodia and 45 kilometers from Vietnam. It is known for its beaches, which are probably the most beautiful in Vietnam, pearl fishing, pepper growing, Nuoc Mam fish sauce production. About 70% of the island’s area is occupied by Phu Quoc National Park. Phu Quoc National Park lies on the northeastern tent of the island and the eastern border is the coast. It covers 31,422 hectares. The park has a combination of continental and coastal climate. The park is hilly, but the hills are not steep. Watercourses are mostly seasonal, they usually flow into the sea on the west side of the island. There is also a historic prison on the island. The French-built Phu Quoc prison was expanded during the American War and could house up to 40,000 Vietnamese political prisoners. After the Tet attack in 1968, the prison was full of captured soldiers. The prison was surrounded by a wire fence with a number of guard posts. Today, there are a few dilapidated corrugated houses and a small two-storey museum. There are 2 popular option how to get to Phu Quoc from Nha Trang- travel by plane or travel by train/bus + boat via Saigon, Ha Tien/Rach Gia. From Phu Quoc Island you can also travel to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City or you can go to Cambodia and visit Koh Rong Island.
Transfer Mode – Nha Trang to Phu Quoc: Travel Time Cost Range
Train / Bus + Ferry 20-22 hours $30-70/pp
Plane 1 or 4 hours $60-120/pp

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How do I get from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island?


1. FLIGHTS from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island

    • there is already a direct flight from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island
    • direct flight from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island takes about 1 hour
    • flight from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City + flight from Ho Chi Minh to Phu Quoc
    • the most fastest and comfortable way of transport from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island
    • flight from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh takes about 1 hour, from Ho Chi Minh to Phu Quoc Island 1 hour
    • various airlines to Phu Quoc: VietJet Air, Pacific Airlines, Vietnam Airlines
    • 2 low-cost flights to Phu Quoc (stop in Ho Chi Minh) cost about $60-120/pp
    • flights from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City are sometimes very cheap (about $30/pp)
    • airport in Nha Trang – Cam Ranh International Airport
    • airport in Phu Quoc – Phu Quoc International Airport (Duong Dang)
    • you can check this article: Airports in Vietnam
    • prices of flights to Phu Quoc can be sometimes a bit higher, depends on the season, promotion…
    • Book your flight from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
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Plane of Vietnam Airlines – the biggest airline in Vietnam. Flights are the most comfortable way of transport to Phu Quoc.


2. TRAIN / BUS + FERRY from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc


You can also travel by land from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island. You can travel by train or bus from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City and from Ho Chi Minh City you can go to Rach Gia or Ha Tien in southern Vietnam. There are various boats and ferries from Rach Gia and Ha Tien to Phu Quoc Island. Travel by this way (train+bus+ferry) can take totally about 20-22 hours from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc, it is a good way of transport only if you want to stop in Saigon.

A) TRAIN or BUS from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City

    • a cheap way how to travel from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City
    • travel by bus from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City  takes about 11-12 hours
    • travel by train from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City takes about 7.5-9.5 hours
    • bus ticket from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh costs about $13-27/pp
    • train ticket from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh costs about $8-40/pp (depends on the type of train)
    • bus companies: Futabus – Phuong Trang, The Sinh Tourist, Techbus VN, Full Moon Party Tour, Phuc An Express
    • a frequented travel route from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh – recommended – book tickets online!
    • e-ticket to Saigon by email, ready to print or carry in your smart phone or tablet and present when boarding
    • book your bus/train tickets from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜

B) BUS + FERRY/BOAT from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc Island

    • from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc you will be traveling over Ha Tien or Rach Gia
    • from Rach Gia or Ha Tien you can take a boat transfer to Phu Quoc Island
    • you can book bus and ferry/boat tickets to Phu Quoc easily online
    • read the information about this travel route > How to get from Ho Chi Minh to Phu Quoc?

BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Phu Quoc

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You can also book various private tours + tickets in Phu Quoc with Klook.
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View from the cable car in Phu Quoc Island.
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Phu Quoc Island can offer some hidden beaches and bays.


Frequently Aksed Questions – Nha Trang to Phu Quoc:

1. How to book and buy tickets from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island?

    • You can book flights+tickets from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc on Baolau or 12go.asia.
    • You can also search and book another tickets, e.g. Ho Chi Minh > Ha Tien, Ha Tien > Phu Quoc…

2. How long does it take from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island?

    • Travel by train/bus+ferry from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island (via Saigon) takes about 20-22 hours.
    • Travel by plane from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island takes about 1 or 4 hours.

3. How much does it cost to travel from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island?

    • Travel by train/bus+ferry from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island (via Saigon Saigon) costs about $30-70/pp.
    • Travel by plane from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island (+via Saigon) costs about $60-120/pp.

4. What is the travel distance from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island?

    • Travel distance from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island is about 900 km by train/bus+ferry or about 700 km by plane.

5. What is the best option of transport from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island?

    • The best and fastest way how to reach Phu Quoc Island from Nha Trang is to take a direct flight, but the flight schedule of these direct flights is very limited. There are also various direct flights between Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City – Phu Quoc Island.

6. What are the most cheapest options of transport from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc?

    • The most cheapest ways of getting from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island is to travel by land. You can travel by train of Vietnam Railway to Ho Chi Minh City and from Ho Chi Minh City you can travel by bus to Ha Tien or Rach Gia and from these ports you can take a ferry to Phu Quoc. There are also sometimes very cheap direct flights between Nha Trang – Saigon – Phu Quoc.

7. Is it possible to travel by train from Nha Trang to Rach Gia or Ha Tien?

    • You can travel by train from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City. Rach Gia and Ha Tien have no railway stations, there is no railway from Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia and Ha Tien. From Saigon to Ha Tien or Rach Gia you can travel by tourist bus, private car or motorbike.

8. From which ports you can go by ferry / boat to Phu Quoc Island?

    • Ferries and boats to Phu Quoc Island depart from Rach Gia or Ha Tien. From Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien or Rach Gia you can travel by tourist bus, you can book bus and ferry tickets online. Read this: Ferries to Phu Quoc Island.

9. How to travel from Phu Quoc Island to Hanoi?

    • If you want to get from Phu Quoc Island to Hanoi in the north of Vietnam – the best way is to take a direct flight. There are direct flights every day from Phu Quoc to Hanoi, check this article: How to get from Phu Quoc to Hanoi?

10. Which beaches can you visit in southern Vietnam?

    • 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.

11. Which islands you can also visit in Vietnam?

12. How to travel solo in Vietnam?

    • 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 Phu Quoc

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The best cheap hotels in Phu Quoc Island. (photo: Huu Le Hotel in Phu Quoc)
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The best luxury hotels in Phu Quoc Island. (photo: The Shells Resort & Spa – Phu Quoc).


2 Ways of Transfer from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc:

1. FLIGHTS from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc Island
Flight Type Direct flight or flight with a stopover in Ho Chi Minh City
Travel Time About 1 hour (direct flight from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc)
Airlines VietJet Air, Pacific Airlines, Vietnam Airlines
Price About $60-120/pp for low-cost flights to Phu Quoc (with a stopover in Ho Chi Minh City)
Additional Information Airport in Nha Trang: Cam Ranh International Airport
Airport in Phu Quoc: Phu Quoc International Airport (Duong Dang)
2. TRAIN / BUS + FERRY from Nha Trang to Phu Quoc
A) TRAIN or BUS from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City
Transport Train or bus
Travel Time About 7.5-9.5 hours by train, 11-12 hours by bus
Ticket Price About $8-40/pp for trains, $13-27/pp for buses
Bus Companies Futabus – Phuong Trang, The Sinh Tourist, Techbus VN, Full Moon Party Tour, Phuc An Express
B) BUS + FERRY/BOAT from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc Island
Travel Route Ho Chi Minh City – Ha Tien or Rach Gia – Phu Quoc Island
Transfer Options Boats and ferries from Rach Gia or Ha Tien to Phu Quoc Island
Booking Bus and ferry/boat tickets to Phu Quoc can be easily booked online

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