Means of transport Vietnam

This airline offers connections to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Their website is a mine of information: you can book your tickets there (and even your connections if you are booking from France), take advantage of the many promotional offers that are regularly proposed, obtain practical information to prepare your trip as well as possible... This concerns luggage, as well as prohibited and regulated products and services provided for specific cases.

This tourist train(tau du lich) has been upgraded to offer improved services: cabins with 2 or 4 berths (compared with 6 in normal trains), sleeping facilities, dedicated staff... Depart Hanoi at 10pm, arriving in Lao Cai at 5.55am. Departure from Lao Cai at 9:30pm for arrival in Hanoi at 5:25am. The website provides a wealth of information, including fares and ticket offices. Not to mention information on what to do during your stay and which sites not to miss!

Responsible tourism: that's what this travel agency offers. Tours of 10 to 21 days to discover the jewels of the country (including the magnificent lagoons), excursions for the adventurous, hikes in the national parks, cruises on Halong Bay, water activities... there is something for everyone! With family or friends, as a couple or in a group: no doubt you will find the stay that makes you dream. The website also gives you a lot of information about Vietnamese culture (history, art, cuisine, etc.).

In this international station, daily trains from and to Hanoi. Travel time: about 5.5 hours. Northbound, the line extends past the Friendship Gate (Huu Nghi Quan) into China's Guangxi province, but the station is not open to international travelers. Dong Dang is the station on the Vietnamese border where the metric track ends and the normal track continues to the large Chinese megalopolis of Nanning.

This small airport was used by the French Army during the Indochina War. It has a single concrete runway 1,830 m long. Viêtnam Airlines operates flights between Hanoi and Diên Biên Phu twice a week. Work is currently underway to expand the site. The aim is to obtain a new classification from the International Civil Aviation Authority, with a new 2,400-metre concrete runway to accommodate Airbus A-320s.

Shuttle buses run between the airport and downtown Hanoi. At the airport, minibuses wait for passengers at the head of the cab queue. Departure every hour... in fact, when the bus is full and reservations are required for the first shuttle. If you prefer to take a cab, be careful and agree the fare with the driver before departure. And make sure the vehicle is equipped with a taximeter! The Grab app offers more attractive cab fares, and Bus 86 is the cheapest option.

Vietnam's first private international airport (Sun Group), inaugurated on December 30, 2018. It has an annual passenger capacity of 2.5 million, set to rise to 5 million by 2030. Domestic flights to/from Ho Chi Minh City and Danang. International flights to/from Tokyo (Japan), Seoul (South Korea), Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and Sydney (Australia). The airport is just a 1-hour drive from Halong City.

Connections between the airport and Qui Nhon city centre are provided by Vietnam Airlines shuttle buses. There are also minibuses and taxis to take you to your accommodation and enjoy all that the country has to offer. During the Vietnam War, this was an important military airport for the US Army and the southern part of the country. It has two concrete runways of 3015 meters which can accommodate small planes such as Airbus A-320, A-31 or Boing 767. This airport has only one terminal.

All information about the bus lines in Hanoi is available on this website.

The bus company offers connections to Nha Trang, Dà Nang, Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville (585 km). The website is normally available in English, but it's a bit chaotic... The bus is an excellent way of discovering and criss-crossing the country at low cost. Perfect for travelers on a budget. Equipped with berths and air conditioning, journeys are relatively comfortable. The company has a good reputation and schedules are fairly well respected. A means of transport that lets you meet the locals.

FUTA BUS LINES is a coach company based in VN.

This airline provides two daily flights to Hanoi. To prepare your trip, do not hesitate to consult their website. You will be able to book your ticket directly online (even for your connections). You will also find all the practical information you need: check-in, authorized luggage, prohibited and regulated products, etc. Many services are also available for unaccompanied children or pregnant women. The site, translated into French, is regularly updated.

The airline offers routes Qui Nhon/Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville and Qui Nhon/Hanoi. To book your tickets and get all the practical information you need, visit the website. Promotional offers are regularly proposed so do not hesitate to compare to get the best fare. The company offers specific services for people with reduced mobility, pregnant women, minors travelling unaccompanied... Ask also about luggage, authorized or prohibited products.

Located about 10 km west of the city centre, the capital's largest bus station. Serving both the north and south of the country. In other words, it is a real anthill. Several bus companies cross there to allow you to reach the key places of your stay. An ideal means of transport for travellers on a tight budget, the buses are equipped with bunks and air conditioning for a comfort that can vary .

Hanoi-Cat Ba links. The route (combined bus and boat) uses the Dinh Vu-Cat Hai Bridge, which opened on September 2, 2017, and is one of the longest sea bridges in Southeast Asia. Also, inter-city connections Hanoi-Haiphong. In Haiphong, daily shuttles (combined bus + boat) to Cat Ba. Consult the itineraries and schedules on the company's website. Possibility to book online. Do not hesitate to ask for information!

This company operates between Hanoi and Lao Cai-Sapa. From Hanoi, departures from Gia Lam and My Dinh stations. Frequent departures on schedule. Buses are modern and equipped with berths and air-conditioning. Be vigilant and check your timetable with several people, as mistakes sometimes happen... The website is a mine of information, and there's also an app for booking your tickets. Buses offer a different way of seeing the country: by coach, the scenery changes and you get to meet the locals.

This bus station serves the south of Vietnam, as far as Ho Chi Minh City: about 50 hours of travel time! (yes yes, you read that right!) So we certainly recommend that you take advantage of bus travel, as it is the most economical mode of transport and the vehicles are relatively comfortable thanks to the bunks and air conditioning... nevertheless, remember to make stops along the way to avoid making more than two days of transport in one go!

Lavender Elegance Cruise proposes you to discover Halong Bay on board a superb junk built by the most talented craftsmen of Vietnam. You have the possibility to sail in the bay during one day or 3 days with nights on board in comfortable conditions. The activities offered are numerous: tai-chi classes on the deck, Vietnamese cooking classes, kayaking in the bay, visiting caves, or simply sunbathing on the beach. Their website describes very precisely the program.

The company offers bus connections between Hanoi and Lao Cai (Sapa). From Hanoi, there are several departures between 6:30 am and 10:20 pm from My Dinh, Yen Nghia and Gia Lâm stations. Tickets can be booked through the hotel reception (some departures from the old quarter). On the website, you will find all the practical information to prepare your trip. The buses are all equipped with sleeping berths and air conditioning to ensure the comfort of passengers. The opportunity to discover the country in a different way.

The express bus station offers all-day departures to Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Dà Nang, the Highlands, etc. An excellent means of transportation that has the benefit of being economical for travelers on a tight budget. These buses are equipped with sleeping berths and air conditioning to allow you to travel in proper conditions. An excellent way to meet the local population and discover beautiful landscapes.

From here, take the bus to Hanoi, Lao Cai (railway station and Lao Cai-Noi Bai/Hanoi freeway) and the Dông Van plateau. In this mountainous province, the bus offers a great opportunity to discover the magnificent scenery... all at more reasonable prices than those for car or even motorcycle rental. Be careful when booking, as the journey time will differ if you opt for the luxury bus rather than the normal bus.

Inter-city bus connections with Ninh Binh, Haiphong, Ha Long... Sleepers are available for long journeys. Tickets can be purchased at the station or online. For Cat Ba Island, make sure it is the combined bus/boat to Cat Ba and not to Ha Long. Destinations, timetables and conditions available on the carrier's website. Prices are also clearly displayed on the carrier's website. It is possible to book online.

Trains to Haiphong. Buy tickets 2 hours in advance. The station is located at the Long Bien Bridge (formerly Paul Doumer Bridge) and near the Dong Xuan market. Even if you don't intend to go to Haiphong by train, a detour to the station can be an opportunity for photographers to take some interesting pictures... For information on fares and schedules, the website of the Vietnamese Railways (Duong Sat).

The bus station is located on the left bank of the Red River. The most convenient way to get there: xe-ôm or cabs. Serves northeastern Viet Nam: Haiphong, Halong Bay, Lang Son... Several bus companies serve the area. Tickets can be booked directly on the website. Practical: buses are equipped with sleeping berths and air-conditioning, making them the most economical way to travel around the country. Make the most of it!

This company offers flights at reduced prices (many promotional offers). Connections with many destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Pleiku, Da Lat, Phu Quoc, Buon Ma Thuot, Bangkok and Seoul. The website offers the possibility to book your tickets online. Schedules and practical information available: luggage, duty free, specific services for people with reduced mobility, pregnant women, unaccompanied children... For group bookings, contact the company by email.

In Bai Chay, the bus station is located on the road to Ha Long. Departures to Hanoi from 7am to 4pm and to Haiphong from 9am to 3pm. You can book your tickets online. Buses are a very popular means of transportation for travelers on a budget. Equipped with berths and air conditioning, these vehicles offer a relatively pleasant comfort for travelers. The bus is also a way to travel that allows you to meet the inhabitants of the country and to discover the beauty of the landscapes.

Vietnamese transport application. VATO Taxi, VATO Car, VATO Bike, VATO Delivery.

Inter-provincial connections at low prices. The Dà Nang bus station is a hub of communication with all major cities in the country, with shorter or longer trips depending on the destination. You can inquire online or at the station's information desk for your particular destination. Buses serve Vinh, Hue, Haiphong, Quang Ngai, Hanoi, Buôn Ma Thuôt, Dà Lat, Nha Trang... There are also connections with the Laotian city of Savannakhet (possibility to get a Laotian visa at the border).

Since the summer of 2017, it is possible to travel to the Côn Dao archipelago by speedboat from the city of Soc Trang, in the Mekong Delta. The crossing takes about 2h30. The service is provided by the Superdong speedboat company. In Soc Trang, Tran De pier is located 40 km southeast of the city center. Superdong offers a minibus shuttle service (to be booked). In Côn Dao, the pier of Bên Dâm is located 12 km from the center. Superdong provides a shuttle bus service (reservation required). Cabs are also available

Not very practical, because it is very far from the city, the bus station of Mien Tây serves, with express and non-express buses, the south of the country and the cities of the Mekong Delta: Vinh Long, Long-Xuyen, Châu Dôc, Cân Tho, Rach Gia. The station, small in comparison with Mien Dong (due to the size of its area), welcomes more than 13,000 passengers every day. Affordable bus tickets can be purchased directly through several websites.

It can be reached in about 45 minutes via a new and splendid coastal road, which offers the opportunity of remarkable views of the blue of the East Sea. The old airport of Nha Trang (86, Tran Phu) has been relegated to the rank of bus station since it now welcomes passengers taking the bus to Nha Trang-Cam Ranh airport. Many taxis outside. Nha Trang-Cam Ranh airport, formerly used for military purposes, was used by the Americans during the war.

Station named after a former emperor, located in the city center near Ben Thành market. Network map available on the website (in English) with a search function and the possibility to display the destination, the distance, the estimated travel time, the arrival time of the buses in real time, the ticket price... Free Wi-Fi. Please note: the bus is the ideal way to discover the city and its inhabitants, take the opportunity!

Some distance north of the large Bin Tay market, the Cho Lon bus station is very busy. Frequent departures to My Tho and My Thuân in the Mekong Delta. 42 daily departures and tickets for all budgets. Possibility to book online via different transport companies. A little bit of a bonus: the station is located next to a large market, which tourists regularly visit. Very famous for its rice trade, Cho Lon is considered as the Chinese district of Ho Chi Minh City.

It is the largest bus station in Binh Thanh district. Serves the North as well as the city of Vung Tàu (2 hours drive). Very early morning departures, from 5 am. Hourly departures to Dà Lat (at least 7 hours drive), Dà Nang (at least 22 hours drive), Nha Trang (11 hours drive), Hanoi and Hue (about 30 hours). Several companies offer to book tickets online: a convenient way to prepare your trip in advance.

The international airport of Cân Tho is able to welcome 3 to 5 million passengers every year. According to Prime Minister Nguyên Tan Dung, its commissioning opens up new opportunities for the Mekong Delta, with positive repercussions for the economy, defence, security and economic integration. The region is more easily linked to the Centre, the North, the countries of the region and the world. The new 7 km long Vo Van Kiet road, named after a former Prime Minister, connects the airport with the city centre.

The bus station offers evening departures at around 8 pm for Ho Chi Minh City, and three times a day (around 10 pm, 1 am and 6 am, allow 8 hours for the journey) for Long Xuyên. For Rach Gia, departures at 2am and from 7:30am to 10:30am every half hour. It is the company Virak Buntham which serves the station. Other destinations: Cambodia (Phnom Penh, Kampot, Kep and Sihanoukville). The advantages of travelling by bus are multiple: inexpensive, typical to meet the inhabitants... the vehicles are equipped with bunks.

The port is naturally turned towards the sea but also towards the interior of the lands, via the channels and arroyos which allow to furrow the delta. The fishermen display the product of the day's fishing. Also, crazy quantities of dried fish, poultry, fruits and vegetables and rice, loaded on the boats that go up the river. A unique site to discover all that makes the traditional life of the country and the customs of its inhabitants. To discover between two visits of the city and in particular its temple.

From the bus station, buses leave to many destinations and connect Dà Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Hue, Buon Ma Thuot, Dà Nang. Journeys can be long, but travelling by bus is very economical. For the tourist buses (to Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville, Nha Trang, Phan Thiêt...) tickets are rather on sale in hotels or tourist agencies. Conveniences on the spot, to buy refreshments and snacks before the trip.

The station is located in the west of the city. You can get there by following Cach Mang Thang Tam street to its end and then Truong Chinh. From this station, buses leave for Tây Ninh and Cu Chi. Please note that these buses are not recommended for the visit of Cu Chi tunnels or Tay Ninh caodaïste temple which are far from the bus stops. 42 daily departures are made from this station. Very affordable ticket prices.

The Ho Chi Minh City train station is one of the most important in the region. Connections by the Reunification trains with all the coastal towns to the North. Remember to book tickets for berths at least three days before departure! Agencies and cafés can take care of booking tickets, which you can also obtain online. Free wifi is available throughout the station. Shops and restaurants for all budgets on site.

Designed by the architects Moncet and Reveron, who found their inspiration in the minority houses of Tây Nguyên, it is a very beautiful building from the French period of the 1930s. On the ground floor, the waiting room had two parts, one reserved for the natives, the other for the settlers. Today, the station has only a tourist vocation. With a length of 84 km, the rack railway line connects Dà Lat to Thap Cham (Ninh Thuân province). It is the oldest rack railway in the world.

Office of the famous agency, which is expanding its network in the centre of the country. Car rental with driver, ticketing (train, plane...), reservations... The agency is able to organize any excursion in Vietnam, but also to Laos and Cambodia. The tours are flexible, can be combined and are designed for groups as well as independent travellers. The agency strives to offer quotes that represent the best compromise in terms of quality-price.

The new terminal at Buôn Me Thuôt Airport was inaugurated at the end of 2011. The companies Vietnam Airways, Jetstar and VietJetAir operate there. It is capable of handling 4 planes and 400 passengers/hour at peak times, and currently handles one million passengers per year. Daily flights connect Buôn Ma Thuôt to Ho Chi Minh City (flight time about 1 hour and a half). Connections are also provided to Hanoi, Dà Nang and Vinh.

Please note: make sure to book tickets one day in advance and at least three days or much longer for berths. Specify soft sleep (more expensive, but much more comfortable) or hard sleep (without mattress and with reduced space in the compartment). Tickets should preferably be obtained directly from the station ticket office. An old scam consists for the intermediary agencies in selling hard sleep places for soft sleep places...

Several train lines join this station and serve the city of Phan Thiêt. From Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville, daily trains with a departure at 6:40 am. At Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville station, you have to go to the building on the left within the station grounds to take this train. Arrival is less than 4 hours later, at 10:24 am. In the opposite direction, the daily departures from Phan Thiêt take place at 1:10 pm for an arrival at 5:14 pm at HCMV. This line allows you to take the time to travel and enjoy beautiful typical landscapes.

For those who like long crossings, this is undoubtedly the most economical way to reach the Côn Dao archipelago from Vung Tàu. The departure takes place in the morning, the arrival in the evening after a crossing of about 12 hours. The boats have lived, it must be said, it is an adventure in itself. Reservations can be made by internet, telephone or on the spot at the pier. Seats, cabins or bunks, there is something for every budget. An experience!

Two bus stations with different directions depending on whether you are heading north (Hanoi...) or south (Ho Chi Minh City...). It is possible to book your bus tickets directly online. Offering affordable fares, bus companies are ideal for tourists who have a rather limited budget. All vehicles are equipped with bunks and air conditioning. Relatively comfortable. Book in advance.

Frequent departures for several routes: Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville, Rach Gia (2 hours), Long Xuyên (1 hour), Châu Dôc (2 hours), Ca Mau (4 hours). From Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville, Miên Tây bus station, 395 Kinh Duong Vuong - Phuong An Lac - Quận Binh Tân. Tickets cost around US$2. Cân Tho is served by Futa BusLines (272, Dê Tham, Pham Ngu Lao district). Comfortable, clean sleeper buses, on schedule. Bus station on the outskirts of Cân Tho. Possible departures to Cambodia.

Transfer company from or to the airport. Although the flat rate is higher, it eliminates the risk of scams and detours, with competent drivers at the wheel of comfortable and spacious vehicles. It is therefore worth spending a little more to ensure a truly safe service. The website, which is available in English, provides a wealth of information, including information about airport services.

Conveniently located in the tourist district, this transport service runs buses to the main cities of the Mekong Delta, Da Làt, Mui Né, Nha Trang... The company is recommended by many travelers. Ideal for those on a tight budget or looking for a more typical atmosphere and a chance to explore the beautiful countryside. Night buses equipped with sleeper cabins that are a little narrow for those over 1.80 m! Water bottles provided and regular breaks. Personnel gentil et respectueux.