Intercity buses are the most affordable way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to various destinations that are not on the railway lines. These Saigon bus services are connecting the city with most provincial capitals of Vietnam. Discover the most popular Vietnam destinations that can be reached by bus from Ho Chi Minh City and choose the most convenient bus station and route for your trip.
The most popular bus routes starting from Ho Chi Minh City and information about which bus station in Saigon you should travel to for getting on a bus to your desired destination are provided below.
Southern Vietnam Destinations by Bus from Saigon
Mui Ne
Mui Ne in Binh Thuan Province is one of the leading resort towns in Vietnam, known for its long stretches of fine white sand, blue sea, and coconut trees. As Mui Ne is a touristy destination, there are many buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Mui Ne that depart from the city center.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Mui Ne.
Dalat
Dalat, a city in Lam Dong Province, attracts tourists with a cool climate, picturesque scenery, and many interesting landmarks. You can take a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat from the city center, but there are more bus departures from Mien Dong Bus Station, Mien Tay Bus Station, and Nga Tu Ga Bus Station.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Dalat.
Vung Tau
Vung Tau is a charming seaside destination in southern Vietnam that offers stunning tourist attractions, beautiful natural landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. To travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau, you can board one at Ho Chi Minh Airport, Mien Tay Bus Station, An Suong Bus Station, or Mien Dong Bus Station.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Vung Tau.
Nha Trang
Nha Trang is Vietnam’s most famous resort city, offering a six-kilometer stretch of beautiful coastline with white sandy beaches. You can take a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang from all 4 main Saigon bus stations: An Suong Bus Station, Nga Tu Ga Bus Station, Mien Tay Bus Station, and Mien Dong Bus Station. There are also buses that pick you up in the city center.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Nha Trang.
Can Tho
Can Tho is the largest city in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam. There are many buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho, and you can board the bus at Mien Tay Bus Station, Mien Dong Bus Station, and Nga Tu Ga Bus Station.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Can Tho.
Rach Gia
Rach Gia is the nearest city, where you can board a ferry to Phu Quoc Island. You can conveniently travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia, as most buses depart from Mien Tay Bus Station. Less frequent departures are scheduled from Nga Tu Ga Bus Station and Mien Dong Bus Station.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Rach Gia.
Ha Tien
Ha Tien is the mainland Vietnam port, which is the nearest to Phu Quoc. Here you can also board the ferry to the island, but the trip by bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien takes longer than to Rach Gia. Buses to Ha Tien depart from Mien Tay Bus Station.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Ha Tien.
Central Vietnam Destinations by Bus from Saigon
Da Nang
Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang mainly depart from An Suong Bus Station and Mien Dong Bus Station, but there are also several daily departures from Nga Tu Ga Bus Station and from Mien Tay Bus Station. Buses to Da Nang leave throughout the day, and the journey can take about 17-20 hours, depending on the company.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Da Nang.
Hue
Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue depart from An Suong Bus Station, Mien Dong Bus Station, and Nga Tu Ga Bus Station. On this route, sleeper buses are the most popular, and the journey takes about 22-23 hours.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Hue.
Hoi An
In case you want to skip Da Nang and Hue and travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An directly, you can choose one of the sleeper buses. The journey should take about 15-17 hours. Most buses on this route depart from An Suong Bus Station but Nga Tu Ga Bus Station is also a popular option.
Northern Vietnam Destinations by Bus from Saigon
Hanoi
Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi depart from the city's main Mien Dong Bus Station (Eastern Bus Station). The journey by bus between the two largest cities in Vietnam normally takes about 1.5 days. Therefore, flying or taking a train on this route are more popular options.
Tickets on this route can be booked here: Travel Ho Chi Minh City - Hanoi.
International Destinations by Bus from Saigon
Phnom Penh in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, is a tranquil city situated in the center of the country. If you want to travel between the cities by land, you can take a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh. Buses on this route can normally be boarded at the bus company office in the city center.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Phnom Penh.
Siem Reap in Cambodia
Siem Reap, the city in Cambodia, is the gateway to Angkor Archaeological Park, home of the magnificent ruins of the ancient Khmer civilization. As it's the most popular tourist destination in the country, there are buses going from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap. These buses also mainly depart from the city center.
Bus tickets on this route can be booked here: Bus Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Reap.
Other Destinations by Bus from Ho Chi Minh City
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