Ready to venture to the soul of Southern Vietnam? This guide is your friend in the travel business when traveling from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta, a world where floating markets are the norm, rice paddies abound, and chewy coconut candies reign supreme. Whether you are looking at taking a leisurely boat tour, a relaxed bus tour, or a bountiful bike adventure, we will guide you through exactly where to get to Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta, from tips suited to every budget and taste. From the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta to reserving a bus Cai Be Ho Chi Minh or a Ho Chi Minh to Can Tho by boat excursion, your travel begins here.
|
Destination |
Distance (km) |
Travel Time (by Road) |
Suggested Transport Methods |
|
My Tho |
70 |
~2 hours |
Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta bus, car, bike |
|
Ben Tre |
87 |
~2 hours |
Bus, bike, private car |
|
Cai Be |
110 |
~2.5 hours |
Bus Cai Be Ho Chi Minh, private car, bike |
|
Can Tho |
160 |
~3.5-4 hours |
Ho Chi Minh to Can Tho by boat, bus, car |
|
Chau Doc |
240 |
~5-6 hours |
Bus, car, Mekong cruise |
|
Ha Tien |
300+ |
~7-8 hours |
Bus Ha Tien Ho Chi Minh, sleeper bus, van |
For most people, the easiest and cheapest method to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta is to take the bus. Several departures are available each day and reputable bus companies link up the Ho Chi Minh City with popular delta towns such as My Tho, Ben Tre, Cai Be, Can Tho, Chau Doc, and Ha Tien.
This choice is ideal for fruit orchard explorations, visits to local coconunt candy factories, or boat excursions to floating markets all within a low-cost and air-conditioned comfort scenario.
Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta by Bus (Sours: topmekongcruises)
Routes & Prices
|
Route |
Duration |
Price (VND) |
|
Ho Chi Minh to My Tho |
~2 hours |
60,000-100,000 |
|
Ho Chi Minh to Can Tho |
~4 hours |
130,000-180,000 |
|
Ho Chi Minh to Cai Be |
~2.5 hours |
90,000-140,000 (bus Cai Be Ho Chi Minh) |
|
Ho Chi Minh to Ha Tien |
~7-8 hours |
250,000-300,000 (bus Ha Tien Ho Chi Minh) |
Top Bus Companies
Futa Bus Lines (Phương Trang)
Mai Linh Express
The Sinh Tourist
Booking Tips: Book through sites such as vexere.com or the company’s apps. Book 24-48 hours in advance during high seasons or weekends.
The Sinh Tourist (Sours: saomaifly)
Need extra space, peacefulness, and smooth service? Opt for a Shared limousine or premium shuttle van ideal for small groups looking for the extra luxury over normal buses but without the need to fly fully private.
These 9-16 seat vehicles are also furnished with reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bottled water, and sometimes snack service too. This is a good middle ground option when traveling from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta in comfort.
Price Range:
Recommended Operators
Tan An Gia Limousine
Global Viet (Mai Linh Car Rental)
Tan An Gia Limousine (Sours: TấnAnGia)
Yearning for a tranquil, slow travel experience through Vietnam’s rivers? Opt for a group boat tour or cruise package and travel from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta the way the locals do by water.
The majority of the tours to the Cai Rang or Cai Be floating market commence with a shuttle or bus transfer and are then completed in small boats (or sampans). They combine nature, food, and local experience in a way other forms of transport cannot rival.
Popular Route Example:
Ho Chi Minh to Can Tho by boat – a full day trip or overnight journey through waterways with stops to taste tropical fruit, visit islands and villages, and see the floating market.
What’s Included
Price Range:
Trusted Tour Agencies
Cai Be floating market (Sours: vinwonders)
For the comfort and safety conscious and those who value their local experience, taking a private car with a driver is hands down the top option to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta. You get to fully control your travel schedule and make your stops, resting times, and detours, that is, if it’s just a quick photo stop at a rice field, a visit to a roadside coffee shop at Vinh Long, or a detour to a peaceful fruit plantation.
This option is ideal for:
Private Car Rental (Sours: erent)
Sample Price Table (One-way, flexible itinerary)
|
Route |
4-seat Sedan |
7-seat SUV |
Minivan (12-16 pax) |
|
Ho Chi Minh – My Tho |
1,300,000 VND |
1,500,000 VND |
2,300,000 VND |
|
Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre |
1,400,000 VND |
1,600,000 VND |
2,400,000 VND |
|
Ho Chi Minh – Cai Be |
1,600,000 VND |
1,800,000 VND |
2,500,000 VND |
|
Ho Chi Minh – Can Tho |
2,100,000 VND |
2,300,000 VND |
2,900,000 VND |
|
Ho Chi Minh – Ha Tien |
3,800,000 VND |
4,000,000 VND |
4,800,000 VND |
Trusted Providers
Tan An Gia
Global Viet Car Rental (Mai Linh)
Private car rentals are also ideal for visiting the Mekong Delta beyond the usual areas enjoying special moments with craftsmen, tranquil garden cafes and peaceful villages out of reach for any bus or boat.
Want to have the wind blowing through your locks as you cruise down back roads through rice paddies and river paths? Then it’s time to motorbike from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta! A motorbike ride is a delight to travelers who love spontaneity and the freedom of the open road.
Why go by bike?
Important Notes
Top Motorbike Rental Services in HCMC
Vietnam Motorbike Rentals (Sours: vietnammotorbikerental)
The Mekong Delta is warm all year round, however, the ideal time to take a scenic and comfy boat ride or countryside drive from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta is
Bonus tip: To get away from crowds and high prices, do miss big public holidays such as Tet (Lunar New Year) if you can do without the cultural immersion!
Though the road from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta is full of surprises and smiles, do not forget to bring:
Your tour from Ho Chi Minh will also be smoother if you have the right apps in your possession. Here are our favorite digital travel companions:
From the budget buses to the tranquil cruises, every trip from Ho Chi Minh to Mekong Delta is a new experience. Whether it is the bus Cai Be Ho Chi Minh, a tranquil Ho Chi Minh to Can Tho by boat, or the bus Ha Tien Ho Chi Minh with scenery to marvel at along the way, take the road your way and travel your pace. Book in advance, travel wisely, and let Mekong Tours charm you through the fruit orchards and boat trips, and the colorful local way of life amid the Mekong Delta Vietnam.
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