Ho Chi Minh City Transportation Guide

In Ho Chi Minh City, both locals and expats use public transit including buses and metros a lot. This is among the best ways to get around on the cheap. There are public bus routes from the city center to all districts and many suburban areas. For a private transfer, besides “xe om” and taxis, the prevalence of Grab is also on the rise. Indeed, Ho Chi Minh City boasts a perfect base for travelers wishing to travel in an effective and economic manner.

Getting To Ho Chi Minh City - Air, Road and Train

Bus, air and train to get to Ho Chi Minh City from Hanoi, Danang, Nha Trang, Hong Kong and other international destinations.

Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) - Tan Son Nhat International Airport

After a major renovation in early 2000s, Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is currently the largest in terms of area and capacity airport in Vietnam.

Biking In Ho Chi Minh City

Cycling is not a common way of travelling in Ho Chi Minh City where most people want to travel by motorbike or car to save time. However, going by bicycles is an excellent way to explore the city.

Ho Chi Minh City Bus

Ho Chi Minh City has a reasonable bus infrastructure, enabling visitors and locals to get around quickly and cheaply.

Mien Dong Bus Terminal

Mien Dong is the largest bus station in Vietnam.

Mien Tay Bus Terminal

One of the most important bus stations of Ho Chi Minh City, Mien Tay has buses that run to provinces in Mekong Delta such as Long An, Ca Mau, Can Tho, to name just a few.