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Leaving the bustling floating markets of Can Tho for the southern tip of Vietnam takes you to the wilder side of the Mekong Delta. The landscape shifts from urban riverfronts to mangrove forests and shrimp farms, until the land finally meets the sea at Ca Mau.
The journey south crosses the flat, fertile plains of the lower delta. Take a local bus or a private vehicle, whichever suits your pace. You can book on GoAsia.cc.
Can Tho to Ca Mau by Bus
The bus is the go-to option for most travelers and locals. FUTA Bus Lines, one of Vietnam's big coach companies, runs a route between Can Tho and Ca Mau bus stations.[1] On booking platforms, tickets cost about $10 to $17 (October 2026), and the trip takes from about 3 hours, up to about 6 hours depending on the service and the stops. Departures are spread through the afternoon and around midnight.[2]
Sleeper Bus Options
Most buses on this route are sleeper configurations, as is standard for intercity travel in Vietnam. Standard coaches have three rows of bunk beds and are the most economical. Cabin buses have individual compartments with curtains for privacy and more legroom.
Can Tho to Ca Mau by Private Transfer
A private transfer is the direct, door-to-door option for small groups and families. On booking platforms, it costs about $87 to $145 (October 2026) depending on the vehicle, from a sedan for 3 passengers to a minibus for 14, and the trip takes about 2 hours 50 minutes.[2] You can stop for photos or snacks whenever you like and be dropped off at your hotel in Ca Mau.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Sleeper bus | About $10 - $17[2] | From about 3h[2] | Standard to high |
| Private transfer (sedan, SUV or minibus) | About $87 - $145[2] | About 2h 50min[2] | Very high |
Tips for Traveling from Can Tho to Ca Mau
- Book in Advance: There are many departures, but the cabin buses can sell out a day or two ahead, especially on weekends.
- Prepare for Air Conditioning: Vietnamese buses run powerful air conditioning. Keep a light jacket or a sarong in your carry-on bag.
- Arrive Early: Get to the Can Tho bus station at least 30 minutes before departure to find your operator's counter.
- Luggage: Suitcases go in the hold underneath. Keep your valuables, passport and electronics in a small bag at your seat.
- Snacks and Water: Roadside stops can be brief, so bring your own snacks.
Timetable
| Bus Can Tho - Ca Mau $ 10.45–17.35 2h 40m – 6h | |
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| Taxi Can Tho - Ca Mau $ 87.45–145.36 2h 50m | |
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| Bus Vinh Long - Ca Mau $ 8.66–9.84 3h – 5h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Can Tho to Ca Mau, including current prices and schedules.
On booking platforms, bus tickets cost about $10 to $17 (October 2026), depending on the bus type.
A private transfer takes about 2 hours 50 minutes. Buses take from about 3 hours, and up to about 6 hours depending on the service and the stops.
FUTA Bus Lines runs a route between Can Tho and Ca Mau bus stations. Other operators sell tickets on booking platforms.
Yes. You can choose standard sleepers with three rows of bunk beds or cabin buses with individual compartments, more privacy and more legroom.
Yes. On booking platforms you can book a sedan for 3 passengers, an SUV for 4 or a minibus for 14.
Intercity buses leave from the Can Tho bus station. Your booking confirmation shows the exact boarding point of your operator.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Phuong Trang - FUTA Bus Lines: FUTA Bus Lines: Ca Mau branch hotline change and routes serving Ca Mau. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Can Tho - Ca Mau. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.