Not too far away about 120 kilometers from the Southeast of Ho Chi Minh city, Vung Tau is listed as one of the most favorite coastal destinations of Vietnam.
There are different ways to get from Ho Chi Minh city to Vung Tau. You can choose to get on a bus, ferry or rent a private vehicle for your travels. No matter your needs, we will guide you through the oceanic scenery all the way from a relaxing seat in an air-conditioned car with your family.
Get from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau
Contents
- 1 Get from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau
- 2 How to transport around Vung Tau City?
- 2.1 Bus Routes Within Vung Tau
- 2.1.1 1. Bus No. 04: Vung Tau Bus Station – Binh Chau (Xuyen Moc)
- 2.1.2 2. Bus No. 06: Vung Tau Bus Station – Tan Thanh
- 2.1.3 3. Bus No. 08: Binh Chau Bus Station – Le Loi (La Gi)
- 2.1.4 4. Bus No. 11: Highway No. 51 – Nga Tu Vung Tau
- 2.1.5 5. Bus No. 15: Dau Giay Bus Station – Xuyen Moc Market
- 2.1.6 6. Bus No. 22: Vung Tau Bus Station –Phu Tuc Bus Station
- 2.2 Taxi in Vung Tau
- 2.3 Rental car or bike
- 2.1 Bus Routes Within Vung Tau
(Hon Ba Vung Tau-source from @_kkkkkkkkkkkk)
Departure from Tan Son Nhat International Airport
By a limousine van by Havaz
This is the comfiest bus from Ho Chi Minh city to Vung Tau. You can book a limousine service from Tan Son Nhat airport to Vung Tau with Havaz bus online. They offer a range of top-notch 9-seat vans with flashy amenities, high-speed Wifi and reliable service to take you to Vung Tau in a snap of a finger.
Once you arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the driver holding a board sign will be waiting for you at either international or domestic gate and help you handle your luggage.
In case of changes in your schedule, you will need to inform the customer service team 48 hours before your travel date so that you can get a full refund.
Alternatively, There are a few van operators for the route between the Tan Son Nhat Airport and Vung Tau. All you need is to contact them beforehand for the tickets.
The price range varies around USD $4.3 to USD $4.7 for regular vans and around USD $6.8 for the limousine. Here are some local-trusted operators for your consideration.
- Phương Nam
- Toan Thang
- Phu Hai
- Hoa Mai
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By a local bus
Bus 72-1 started to operate from Tan Son Nhat airport to Vung Tau that creates one more option for passengers. The bus starts at 12 AM and ends at 23:30 PM daily.
The whole trip from the airport to Vung Tau lasts for 150 minutes. There will be one trip every 20 minutes during peak hours and 60 minutes during the rest of the day.
All of the buses are equipped with Wifi connection and Air-con. The bus tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter at the airport. Other than that, you can also keep your baggage in the bus compartment. In case of any change in your flight schedule, you can request for ticket change or refund if needed.
By Jetstar van service
Another option for traveling between Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Vung Tau City is taking the van service offered by Jetstar Pacific. You can claim your tickets online via Jetstar website or directly with the ticket kiosk inside the airport.
The ticket price is USD $4.3/pax/way. Your trip with Jetstar van service lasts for 2.5 hours one way and the bus is available every 15 minutes.
Bus to Vung Tau from Ho Chi Minh City Center
(Light House Vung Tau-source from @nhitrinh_theora)
There are 2 ways to arrive in Vung Tau from Ho Chi Minh city center: bus and minivan.
By Phuong Trang Bus
You can purchase tickets both online and offline at numerous ticket booths located in Ho Chi Minh. The website for booking online tickets is Futabus.vn. After clicking on the link, you will then select your pick-up point, departure time, seats and then move on to the payment process.
If you want to purchase the tickets at the counter, here are the two places you can reach in the two cities:
- Saigon ticket booth:
Ticket office: De Tham street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, HCMC.
Booth ticket No. 43-44, Ben Xe Mien Dong (East Coach Station), 292 Dinh Bo Linh Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, HCMC.
- Vung Tau ticket booth:
3 Ta Uyen street, Vung Tau.
Vung Tau Bus Station, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia street, Vung Tau.
Duration: 3 hours.
Price ticket: 115.000 VND/pax/way (USD $4.9/pax/way).
Once you arrive in Vung Tau or back in Saigon, there is a shuttle van transferring you to your accommodation depending on how far it is from the bus station. All you need to do is to show the address of your lodge to the operator at the bus station and they will arrange the according shuttle van for you.
However, if your accommodation is too far away from the station, you will need to get a cab instead. This is all about their policy, so don’t hesitate to talk to them.
By minivan
There are many different operators that offer you both limousine and regular A/C vans.The price range for a van varies depending on which type of van and which operator you’re traveling with. It can start at around USD $5.3/pax/way to USD $6/pax/way.
Some of the operators that offer good-quality services are Kumho Samco, Toan Thang, Hoa Mai, Huy Hoang, Thanh Vinh, and An Phat Loc. They are all highly praised by both local passengers and foreign travelers, therefore you can freely opt for them for a hassle-free trip.
However, it is reported that there are some operators which accept random guests along the way, rip them off and never drop them off to the sites they wanted.
In order to get rid of this common scams, remember to check with your hotel receptionist or get some advice from a local friend. Otherwise, use some trusted booking sites that offer you the best price and service to avoid scams.
The price you pay includes a free mineral water bottle, wet wipe, and air-con. For limousine, you can get access to Wifi connection and sockets to charge your phone when needed.
Usually, most vans will stop over a rest stop along the way. This is where you get to refresh yourself with some snacks, fruits, drinks and of course, the restroom is available as well.
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By ferry/speedboat
(the giant Buddha statue-source from @instahhx)
If you are short in time but still crave for a relaxing yet adventurous experience, opt for a hydrofoil. Until now, there are three companies that are offering hydrofoil service between Saigon and Vung Tau: Greenlines DP, Vina Express, and Pacific Express. The ticket price varies from USD $8.58 to USD $15.4 depending on each operator.
There are around 4 trips a day. Each trip will last for an hour and 15 minutes if you go directly from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau. Another 45 minutes are added in for the trips stopping over Can Gio.
If you start in central Ho Chi Minh City, arrive at Bach Dang Port in District 1 to embark on the boat. For travelers to Vung Tau going back to Saigon, you will need to arrive at Vung Tau Port. Each hydrofoil is equipped with Wifi connection, TV screen, life vests, and air-con.
By A Rental Vehicle
(best sea food Vung Tau-source from @nguyendtt)
Rental Bike
If you are an adventurous soul or if you already have an available motorbike with you in Saigon, then why not travel to Vung Tau by bike? The distance is pretty close and easy to access. The road trip by scooter will take you roughly 3 – 3.5 hours.
The rental price is around USD $10 to USD $15, and there are chances that you have to pay a certain deposit for a couple of hundred bucks. This deposit is not charged and it will be refunded once you return the vehicle with its initial state. After making the contract, you will get your favorite motorbike ready along with a helmet, rack, and bungees.
Rental Car
In Saigon, you can easily rent a car of all sizes for your own group of family or friends. They usually come in 4, 7, 9 and 16 seats depending on your needs and preferences . If you want to rent a car along with a driver, the price will also vary. Most of the time, the car providers will set the price upon hours and days, so remember to clarify your itinerary to get the best price you want.
During high seasons such as festivals, national holidays or Lunar New Year, the rental price is apparently higher than usual. You also need to book it in advance, at least a couple of days before your trip. Otherwise, you won’t be able to get the full range of cars available, as even the locals consider renting a car for their own every now and then.
In case of the language barrier, let a local help you rent a car, and she or he can help you get rid of being ripped off as well. One last thing to note down is that if you want to drive the car on your own, just like when you rent a scooter, you need an international license, just in case the traffic police pull you in and you’re in trouble.
Talking about how much you have to pay for a rental car, it usually starts at around USD $34.3 for a day-trip and can go up to USD $60 a day if you have a Mazda or if it’s in big size.
Here are some trusted providers if you need to rent a car in Saigon:
Cong Ty Thue Xe
Address: 248 Lanh Binh Thang street, Ward 13, District 11, HCMC.
Oto Dich Vu Gia Re
Address: 215 Le Dai Hanh street, Ward 13, District 11, HCMC.
How to transport around Vung Tau City?
(sea food Vung Tau-source from @amyhuynh2712)
Bus Routes Within Vung Tau
Usually, the locals will prefer this option to move around more, and foreigners usually just take a cab. If you want to experience traveling like a local, below are 6 bus routes within the city of Vung Tau that you can hop on and discover the city like a real local.
1. Bus No. 04: Vung Tau Bus Station – Binh Chau (Xuyen Moc)
Operating hours: 5:30 AM – 6 PM.
Available every 15 minutes.
2. Bus No. 06: Vung Tau Bus Station – Tan Thanh
Operating hours: 5:30 AM – 6 PM
Available every 15 minutes.
3. Bus No. 08: Binh Chau Bus Station – Le Loi (La Gi)
Operating hours: 5:30 AM – 6 PM
Available every 15 minutes.
4. Bus No. 11: Highway No. 51 – Nga Tu Vung Tau
Operating hours: 5:30 AM – 6 PM
Available every 15 minutes.
5. Bus No. 15: Dau Giay Bus Station – Xuyen Moc Market
Operating hours: 5:30 AM – 6 PM
Available every 15 minutes.
6. Bus No. 22: Vung Tau Bus Station –Phu Tuc Bus Station
Operating hours: 5:30 AM – 6 PM.
Available every 15 minutes.
Taxi in Vung Tau
(Vung Tau night market-source from @dotamthaithai)
If you are not a good navigator or unfamiliar with Vietnam’s traffic, traveling by taxi is the most convenient and easiest way to reach your desired destinations. The number of taxi brands in Vung Tau comes in a wide range, which includes the famous Mai Linh and Vinasun that most of you are familiar when strolling around Ho Chi Minh City.
Talking about price range, the taxi fare in Vung Tau is generally cheaper than that in Saigon. While it costs around USD $0.68 per kilometer for a trip in Saigon, it’s indeed only USD $0.6 per kilometer in Vung Tau.
If you tend to pick taxi to move around Vung Tau, here are some trusted brands including their contact number for your consideration: Mai Linh, Vinasun, Gili, etc.
Rental car or bike
Having a private vehicle is the most convenient way to conquer Vung Tau since it allows you to sneak through any alley and discover the hidden gems with easy access. Moreover, renting a scooter for a group of two or a car for your family allows you to have a better bonding time.
The first option you can consider is renting a bike or car in Saigon and then travel to Vung Tau. Otherwise, you can choose to have one rented when arriving in Vung Tau.
In this case, you may need your hotel receptionist or local friend to help you book one because finding a trusted supplier is a concern if you travel to Vung Tau for the first time. In addition, the language barrier can be a blockade that stopping you from making a good deal in price. A daily rental price for a motorbike shall be under USD $6.4 for a manual one and USD $8.5 for an automatic one.
Traveling from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau is much easier, now you have got this detailed guideline packed! Don’t hesitate to bookmark this article right away and get ready to conquer Vung Tau like a real local!
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