Buzz
Located approximately 100km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau is not only the economic, cultural, and financial center of the Southeast region but also boasts numerous attractive tourist destinations. With beautiful beaches and well-developed infrastructure, Vung Tau has become one of the most famous and appealing tourist destinations in the South. So, how do you get there?
Currently, there is no direct bus route from Ho Chi Minh City to Ba Ria - Vung Tau. Travelers will have to rely on intercity buses. Opting for the bus may take longer due to three transfers required to reach Vung Tau. These transfers include Route 150 to Cho Lon - Tan Van, Route 11 from the Vung Tau Intersection Bus Station to Tan Thanh, and finally Route 6 from Tan Thanh to the Vung Tau Bus Station.
To save time and effort, the best option is to take a coach. Below are some reputable and high-quality coach companies to Vung Tau for your reference.
1. Thiên Phú Coach
This coach service operates every 15 minutes with routes between Vung Tau and the Miền Đông Bus Station. The company uses modern Toyota 14-seater vehicles.
- Each journey takes approximately 2 hours.
- Ticket price: VND per person per trip.
- Pick-up locations:
- Vung Tau: Drop-off at Vung Tau Bus Station.
- Ho Chi Minh City: Miền Đông Bus Station.
– Phone: 08.3898 4893
2. Rang Dong Bus
Similar to Thiên Phú, Rang Dong Bus operates every 15 minutes between Mien Dong Bus Station in Saigon and Vung Tau. The fleet consists of modern Mercedes vehicles, providing a spacious and clean environment for passengers.
– Duration of one trip is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
– Ticket price: VND per person per trip.
– Pick-up locations:
- Vung Tau: Pick-up point at Vung Tau Bus Station. Phone: 064.525678
- Ho Chi Minh City: Mien Dong Bus Station, Dinh Bo Linh Street, Ward 26, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City. Phone: 08.35.111.111
3. Kumho Samco Bus
Kumho Samco Bus operates between Mien Dong Bus Station and Vung Tau, using Ford and Mercedes vehicles with 16 seats. Departures are spaced 15 minutes apart.
– Pick-up location: Mien Dong Bus Station.
– Ticket counter: Counters 31, 32, 33 at Gate 2A, Mien Dong Bus Station
– Ticket price: 90,000 VND per person per trip.
– Ticket reservation hotline:
- In Ho Chi Minh City: 08. 3511 2112
- In Vung Tau: 064. 3611 111 – 3626 626
– Departure times: 04:00 - 19:30.
4. Hoa Mai Bus
This route operates with a bus departing every hour from Vung Tau to downtown District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, and vice versa. The company utilizes modern Mercedes vehicles with 14 seats, ensuring high quality. Additionally, the bus can pick up passengers directly from their homes.
– Duration of journey: 2 hours.
– Ticket price: 85,000 VND per person per trip.
– Contact information:
- In Vung Tau: Drop-off point at 2A Trung Trac Street. Phone: 064.531982 – 531981 – 531980.
- In Ho Chi Minh City: 50 Nguyen Thai Binh, District 1. Phone: 08.38218928.
5. Mai Linh Bus
In addition to other buses to Vung Tau, Mai Linh cannot be overlooked. Its convenience and transparent pricing have made it a top choice for many travelers. Utilizing Mercedes 14-seater vehicles with air conditioning, Mai Linh ensures high quality, with departures spaced 20 minutes apart.
– Pick-up location: Mien Dong Bus Station.
– Ticket booking location:
- In Ho Chi Minh City: 08.3929 2929
- In Vung Tau: 064. 3576 576
– Departure times: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
– Ticket price: 80,000 VND per person per trip.
6. Premium Quality Vehicles by Jetstar
Jetstar's Transport to Vung Tau (Photo by ST)
Different from all other passenger vehicles, Jetstar's vehicles pick up passengers directly at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Saigon. Passengers can either purchase tickets directly on Jetstar Pacific flights or at the airport parking lot.
– Route: Tan Son Nhat Airport – Saigon Bridge – Mai Chi Tho Street – Expressway – Long Thanh – National Route 51 – Ba Ria Vung Tau.
– Ticket Price: 100,000 VND per person per trip.
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