How to Get from Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City
Compare bus and private transfer options from Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City: buses from about $8, journey times from about 3 hours 15 minutes.
Last updated: November 3, 2026
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The Mekong Delta's floating markets and fruit orchards are about 165 km from Ho Chi Minh City's skyscrapers, and the road crosses flat, water-filled country with a last view of rural life before the city sprawl begins.[1] The route is one of the best connected in the south, and buses run every hour. You can browse and book tickets on GoAsia.cc.
Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City by Bus
The bus is the standard way to travel between the Delta and the city. Phuong Trang (FUTA Bus Lines) runs coaches between Ho Chi Minh City and Can Tho, 172 km in about 4 hours for 195,000 VND.[2] On booking platforms, tickets for all operators cost from about $8 to $19 (November 2026), and the journey takes from about 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours. Departures run through the day and night, with sleeper buses, 11-seat limousine vans and minibuses leaving about every hour.[3]
Sleeper buses have 33, 34 or 40 berths and recline steeply, which is good after an early morning at the Cai Rang floating market. Limousine vans have leather seats and are a step up in comfort at a price that is still modest.
Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City by Private Transfer
A private transfer is the most comfortable choice for families, groups and travellers with a lot of luggage. On booking platforms, prices run from about $60 for an economy car to about $257 for a large van (November 2026), and the drive takes from about 2 hours 5 minutes. Vehicles include economy and comfort cars, 7-seat SUVs, 9 or 11-seat limousine vans and vans for up to 16 people.[3]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Bus, limousine van or minibus | $8 - $19[3] | From 3h 15m | Standard to High |
| Private transfer | $60 - $257[3] | From 2h 5m | Very High |
Tips for Traveling from Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City
- Book in advance: Limousine vans and sleeper buses fill up on Sundays, when students and workers return to the city.
- Check your station: Confirm whether your bus leaves from the main bus station or collects passengers from your hotel in the city centre.
- Traffic: The approach to Ho Chi Minh City is congested at rush hour (07:00 to 09:00 and 17:00 to 19:00). For a flight from Tan Son Nhat Airport, allow an extra 90 minutes.
- Luggage: Space for large suitcases is limited in a van. With a lot of gear, choose a private SUV or a bus with a large hold.
Timetable
| Bus Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City $ 7.99–18.96 3h 15m – 4h | |
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| Taxi Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City $ 60.28–256.78 2h 5m – 3h 30m | |
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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 Ho Chi Minh, including current prices and schedules.
The bus is the cheapest option, with tickets from about $8. Buses run frequently through the day and night.
A private transfer is the fastest, from about 2 hours 5 minutes. It avoids the stops and terminal waits of public buses.
By bus, allow from about 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours. A private car takes from about 2 hours 5 minutes, depending on traffic.
The distance is only about 165 km by the My Thuan-Can Tho Expressway, so travelers go by road.
Most operators accept an electronic voucher on your phone. Keep a screenshot of your booking confirmation to show at the ticket counter.
Yes. The route follows well-maintained highways, and the drivers of limousine vans and private transfers know the local traffic.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Viet Nam National Authority of Tourism, Vietnam Tourism website: Can Tho: A glimpse of river and garden. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
- [2] Phuong Trang - FUTA Bus Lines: FUTA Bus Lines: popular routes and fares. Retrieved November 3, 2026.
- [3] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City. Retrieved November 3, 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.