How to Get from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City
Travel from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City by bus from about 3.5 hours or by Reunification Express from Binh Thuan station in about 4 hours.
Last updated: October 31, 2026
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From the dunes and fishing boats of Mui Ne to the cafes and motorbikes of Ho Chi Minh City: a bus takes you from the beach strip to the city, and the Reunification Express leaves from a station outside town.
Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City by Bus
Buses are the most popular option. On booking platforms, tickets start at about $5 (October 2026), and the ride takes from about 3.5 hours, longer with traffic into the city.[1] The new Mien Dong bus station at 501 Hoang Huu Nam lies on the eastern edge of the city and connects to Metro Line 1.[2] Choose a sleeper or luxury cabin if you want more space.
Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City by Train
Trains leave from Binh Thuan station, the rail stop for Mui Ne, and arrive at Saigon Station. SE7 (13:00 to 17:00) and SE5 (14:28 to 18:20) take about 4 hours, and SE9 leaves at 21:32 and arrives at 03:26.[3] Binh Thuan station is outside the Mui Ne beach strip, so allow time for a taxi to the station.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Duration | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | From about 3.5h | From about $5 (booking platforms, October 2026) | Frequent departures, many classes |
| Train | About 4h on SE7 and SE5 | Book on GoAsia.cc | From Binh Thuan station to Saigon |
Tips for Traveling from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City
- Book ahead for weekends: The route is popular with people leaving the city for the weekend, so reserve a few days early for Friday and Sunday.
- Check the station: Make sure your ticket names Binh Thuan station if you book the train.
- Allow for traffic: The final stretch into Ho Chi Minh City gets congested at rush hour, so leave extra time if you have a flight.
- Airport arrivals: Tan Son Nhat Airport is 8 km from the centre, and a taxi costs VND 120,000 to 180,000 plus a VND 10,000 toll.[4]
Timetable
| Bus Mui Ne - Ho Chi Minh City $ 5.37–7.20 3h 30m | |
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| Train Binh Thuan - Binh Duong $ 9.18–27.38 2h 56m – 4h 43m | |
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| Train Binh Thuan - Ho Chi Minh City $ 9.37–31.07 3h 32m – 5h 17m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh, including current prices and schedules.
The bus. On booking platforms, tickets start at about $5 (October 2026).
The bus and the faster trains take about 3.5 to 4 hours. Choose by departure time and where you want to arrive.
The bus takes from about 3.5 hours, longer with traffic. The train takes about 4 hours on SE7 and SE5.
The line runs through the southern coastal plain, and daytime services show it best.
Keep your booking confirmation on your phone. Your operator tells you whether you need a printed copy.
Yes. Some departures run at night, and the train SE9 leaves Binh Thuan at 21:32.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
- [2] SAMCO (Saigon Transportation Mechanical Corporation): Bến xe Miền Đông mới. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
- [3] Vietnam Railways (Duong sat Viet Nam): Vietnam Railways timetable: North-South trains (Reunified Express). Retrieved October 31, 2026.
- [4] Vietnam Tourism (Vietnam National Authority of Tourism): A traveller's guide to Vietnam's airports. Retrieved October 20, 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.