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How to Get from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is about 8.9 km north-west of Nguyen Hue Walking Street in central Ho Chi Minh City. Depending on traffic and transport choice, the journey takes roughly 25-45 minutes by car, or 45-70 minutes by public bus.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 8.9 km road distance

Fixed-Price Airport Transfer

Recommended
25 mins •On Demand / Pre-Booked
€8 - €12 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Bags + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After exiting Arrivals, check your terminal (T1, T2 or T3) and look for your pre-booked driver holding a name board in the arrivals hall.
  2. Follow signs to the designated passenger pickup / transfer meeting area; at T3 this is the ground floor of the PNA parking building.
  3. Meet the driver, confirm the destination Nguyen Hue Walking Street and the fixed price before boarding.
  4. Ride 8.9 km into District 1, normally 25-45 minutes depending on traffic.
  5. Ask to be dropped at Le Loi or Ham Nghi near the walking street, then walk the final short block to Nguyen Hue.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
25 mins •24/7 at Official Rank
€5.00 - €8.50 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the Arrivals hall and follow signs to the official taxi queue outside your terminal.
  2. Choose a licensed taxi from the rank; Vinasun, Mai Linh and Green SM are common, but any official queue car is fine.
  3. Insist the driver uses the meter or agree a fixed total before getting in.
  4. Allow about 25-45 minutes for the 8.9 km ride into District 1.
  5. Ask to be dropped at the Le Loi end of Nguyen Hue Walking Street, as the street itself is pedestrianised.

Ride-Hailing App (Grab / Green SM / Be)

Upfront Price
25 mins •On Demand (App)
€3.50 - €8.50 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 1-2 Bags (Check Vehicle Type)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Open Grab, Green SM or Be after collecting luggage and select your destination Nguyen Hue Walking Street.
  2. Follow the in-app directions to the designated ride-hailing pickup zone; at T3 it is the ground floor of the PNA parking building, at T1/T2 follow signs.
  3. Confirm the car model, plate number and driver photo shown in the app before boarding.
  4. Pay by card in the app or cash depending on your selected method, with an upfront price.
  5. Be dropped near Le Loi or Ham Nghi and walk the last 1-2 minutes to the pedestrian street.

Airport Bus 109 to Ben Thanh / Saigon Bus Station

Best Bus
45 mins •See Timetable (Until Late Evening)
Less than €0.70 / Person
Luggage: Limited Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. If you land at T3, follow bus signs to the Bus 109 stop. From T1/T2, first take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T3 or walk.
  2. Board Bus 109 towards Saigon Bus Station / Pham Ngu Lao; pay the low cash fare (well under 20,000 VND, small notes).
  3. Ride along Nam Ky Khoi Nghia / Ham Nghi into District 1; expect 45-60 minutes.
  4. Alight at the Ham Nghi near Ben Thanh area or the final Saigon Bus Station stop.
  5. Walk about 10-15 minutes along Le Loi to Nguyen Hue Walking Street, or take a short Grab/taxi if you have heavy bags.

City Bus 152 to Ben Thanh Market

Cheapest
50 mins •See Timetable (05:15 - 19:00)
€0.20 / Person
Luggage: Little Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and find the city bus stop outside T2 or the domestic area (not T3).
  2. Board Bus 152 towards Ben Thanh Market / Trung Son; pay the low cash fare (about 5,000 - 6,000 VND).
  3. Expect a slow ride with many stops, roughly 50-70 minutes.
  4. Get off at Ben Thanh Market.
  5. Walk about 10-15 minutes via Le Loi to Nguyen Hue Walking Street.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts in the arrivals hall who claim taxis are unavailable or meter is broken; use the official taxi queue or a verified ride-hailing app.
  • Always insist on the meter or agree a fixed total before starting; some prepaid counters inside the terminal are much dearer than the metered taxi.
  • If you arrive at T2, do not follow people offering direct bus tickets to District 1: Bus 109 now starts at T3, so take the free inter-terminal shuttle first.
  • Have small VND notes for city buses (Bus 152, Bus 109) and taxis, as drivers may not have change; app rides can be paid by card.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Nguyen Hue Walking Street?

The cheapest public option is City Bus 152 to Ben Thanh Market for about €0.20, then a 10-15 minute walk along Le Loi. Airport Bus 109 is slightly more, under €0.70, with more luggage space and later evening service.

How long does it take to get from SGN to Nguyen Hue Walking Street?

By taxi, private transfer or ride-hailing app, the 8.9 km journey typically takes 25-45 minutes, depending on traffic. By public bus, allow 45-70 minutes plus the walk from Ben Thanh.

Is there a metro or train from Tan Son Nhat Airport to Nguyen Hue?

No, there is no train or metro line at SGN airport. The city's Metro Line 1 operates from Ben Thanh, which can be reached by bus or taxi, but it does not serve the airport.

Can I use Grab, Green SM or Be at Tan Son Nhat Airport?

Yes, ride-hailing apps are available. Follow the app to the designated pickup zone; at T3 it is the ground floor of the PNA parking building, and at T1/T2 follow airport signs.

What is the best option for families with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or an official taxi is usually most comfortable for families, with door-to-door drop-off near Nguyen Hue Walking Street. Ride-hailing apps with a larger car type also work, but city buses have limited luggage space.

Do the airport buses run at night?

No, buses are not 24 hours. Bus 109 runs until late evening, but the last departure is roughly 22:40-00:30 depending on source, so check buyttphcm.com.vn. Bus 152 stops around 19:00.

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