Ho Chi Minh City Bus
Ho Chi Minh City has a reasonable bus infrastructure, enabling visitors and locals to get around quickly and cheaply.
The bus system in Ho Chi Minh City encompasses a wide range of tourist destinations both within the city and in nearby areas, featuring 158 routes as of 2025. Buses in Ho Chi Minh City are easily identifiable by their white exterior with a green stripe. The fare for bus tickets ranges from 5,000 to 15,000 VND, depending on the distance traveled and the type of bus service.
Airport Direct Bus
While buses in Ho Chi Minh City may not be as congested as those in Hanoi, issues with vehicle quality and service consistency persist. Additionally, the distance between bus stops and popular tourist sites can be considerable, compounded by potentially long wait times for buses. Consequently, relying on this form of public transportation may not be the most efficient way to explore the city. Remember that bus routes are typically identified by their starting and ending points, so be sure to check your bus number carefully before boarding.
Most buses in Ho Chi Minh City operate from major terminals such as Ben Thanh Station, Cho Lon Station, and Mien Dong Station. Here are some bus routes that serve key tourist attractions in the city:
#147 (Cho Lon Bus Station – Tan Son Nhat): This route stops at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, making it convenient for travelers heading to the city center. Bus #147 travels towards the Cho Lon area, while bus #152, which also serves the airport, proceeds directly to Ben Thanh Market – just a short walking distance from the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker area.
#11 (Ben Thanh – Dam Sen Park): This route departs from Ben Thanh Station and leads to Dam Sen Cultural Park, one of the city's popular family attractions. The entire journey takes approximately 40 minutes, with a fare of 5,000 VND.
#30 (Tan Huong Market – Suoi Tien Resort): Covering a long stretch from Tan Binh County, this route passes through the city center before heading northeast. Along the way, it connects travelers to popular sites like Suoi Tien Resort and Hung Temple. You can catch bus #30 from multiple stops in the downtown area, including Vo Thi Sau or Pham Ngoc Thach.
#19 (Saigon – Trung Linh – National University): This route commences at Ben Thanh Market, traverses central Ho Chi Minh City, and features views of the Saigon Opera House before merging onto Highway 1A towards the National University.
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