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How to Get from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is about 7.7 km north-west of Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon in District 1. The journey takes from 12 minutes by private car in light traffic to about 60-75 minutes on public buses, with door-to-door and ride-hailing options in between.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 7.7 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer (Door-to-Door)

Recommended
25 mins •On Demand (Pre-Booked)
€8.50 - €12.00 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Luggage Included (Confirm at Booking)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and follow signs to the designated pickup zone for pre-booked transfers (T2/T3 as shown in your confirmation).
  2. Meet your driver holding a name sign; the vehicle will wait at the indicated parking area.
  3. Load luggage and give the driver the address: Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon, 01 Công xã Paris, Bến Nghé, District 1.
  4. The journey takes about 25–45 minutes depending on traffic; the driver drops you directly in front of the cathedral.
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Official Metered Taxi (Vinasun, Mai Linh, Green SM)

Metered
25 mins •Available 24/7 at Official Queues
€5.00 - €8.50 (Metered)
Luggage: 2 Bags + 1 Carry-On
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and use the official taxi queue outside your terminal; ignore touts inside the hall.
  2. Choose a Vinasun, Mai Linh, or Green SM taxi and insist the driver uses the meter or confirm the app upfront price.
  3. Give the destination: Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon, District 1.
  4. Pay in VND cash or by card if supported; expect roughly 150,000–250,000 ₫ plus a possible small airport entry fee.
  5. The driver drops you at the cathedral gate on Công xã Paris.

Ride-Hailing App (GrabCar, Green SM, Be)

App-Based
25 mins •On Demand (App Booking)
€3.50 - €8.50 (GrabCar)
Luggage: Check App for Bag Type
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After clearing Arrivals, open Grab, Green SM, or Be and set pickup at the designated ride-hailing zone (T3: ground floor of PNA parking; T1/T2 follow app signs).
  2. Confirm car type and fixed price; no airport surcharge for T3 pickups.
  3. Enter destination: Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon.
  4. Wait in the marked pickup bay and match the plate before boarding.
  5. Pay via app card or cash; the driver drops you at the cathedral.

Airport Bus 109 to Saigon Bus Station (Walk to Cathedral)

Best Bus
60 mins •See Timetable (Until Late Evening)
Under €0.70 / Person
Luggage: Limited Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. If you arrived at T2 (international), take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T3; bus 109 now starts and ends at Terminal 3.
  2. From T3 Arrivals, follow signs to the public bus stop and board bus 109 towards Saigon Bus Station (Pham Ngu Lao area).
  3. Pay the low cash fare in VND small notes (well under 20,000 ₫); no exact fare is published—check buyttphcm.com.vn.
  4. Ride about 45–60 minutes to the last stop at Saigon Bus Station near 23/9 Park.
  5. Walk about 15–20 minutes north-east along Lê Lợi/Hàm Nghi toward Ben Thanh Market, then continue to Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon on Công xã Paris.

City Bus 152 to Ben Thanh Market (Walk to Cathedral)

Cheapest
70 mins •Approx. 05:15–19:00 (Daytime Only)
€0.20 / Person
Luggage: Small Bags Only; Extra Fee Reported
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From T2 Arrivals (or the domestic terminal T1), find the city bus stop; bus 152 serves the international terminal and the domestic area.
  2. Board bus 152 towards Ben Thanh Market / Trung Son.
  3. Pay about 5,000–6,000 ₫ in cash (small notes); keep luggage minimal because space is limited.
  4. Get off at Ben Thanh Market after 50–70 minutes.
  5. Walk about 10–12 minutes north-east to Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon via Lê Lợi and Công xã Paris.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only official taxi queues or app-based pickups; touts in Arrivals often overcharge or use unlicensed cars.
  • Insist the meter is switched on in taxis and confirm fixed airport transfer prices before boarding; prepaid counters inside the terminal are usually dearer than the meter.
  • Have small VND notes ready for city buses; drivers may not give change for large notes.
  • If you land at Terminal 2, remember bus 109 no longer stops there—use the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 3.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Tan Son Nhat Airport from Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon?

The distance is about 7.7 km. By car it takes 25–45 minutes depending on traffic; public buses take about 60–75 minutes including the final walk.

What is the cheapest way from SGN to Notre-Dame Cathedral?

The cheapest is city bus 152 at around 5,000–6,000 VND (about €0.20), but it only runs until about 19:00 and has limited luggage space. Bus 109 is also very cheap and runs later.

Are taxis safe from Tan Son Nhat Airport?

Yes, if you use the official queues and choose Vinasun, Mai Linh, or Green SM. Always insist on the meter and expect roughly 150,000–250,000 VND (€5.00–€8.50) to District 1.

Is there a train or metro from the airport to District 1?

No, there is no rail link at Tan Son Nhat. HCMC Metro Line 1 operates from Ben Thanh eastwards, but it does not serve the airport.

Can I pay by card on airport buses?

No, airport and city buses take cash in small VND notes. Use the BusMap or Go!Bus app for live bus times, but do not expect contactless card payment.

What if I arrive late at night?

Use an official taxi, a pre-booked private transfer, or a ride-hailing app like Grab. Bus 109 runs until late evening but is not 24 hours, and bus 152 stops around 19:00.

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