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101.8 km • ~101 mins

How to Get from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Vung Tau

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 102 km north-west of Vung Tau. Depending on traffic and mode, the door-to-door journey takes from about 2 hours by private car to 2.5–3 hours by bus or hydrofoil.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 101.8 km road distance

Private Door-to-Door Transfer

Recommended
120 mins •On Request (Pre-Booked)
€42 – €56 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free + Golf Bags on Request
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 2 or Terminal 3 and look for the designated ride-hailing/private transfer pickup area, such as the PNA parking building at T3.
  2. Meet your driver at the pre-arranged point; confirm the vehicle number and total fixed price before loading luggage.
  3. Take the direct expressway / National Highway 51 route towards Vung Tau; the drive is about 2 hours without heavy traffic.
  4. Ask the driver to drop you at your hotel or villa in Vung Tau, not just the bus station.
  5. Keep the operator's contact number in case of delays.
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Official Airport Taxi

Door-to-Door
120 mins •On Demand at Official Ranks
€42 – €63 (Per Vehicle, Estimate)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and ignore touts; follow signs to the official taxi queue outside the terminal.
  2. Choose a metered Vinasun, Mai Linh or Green SM taxi from the designated rank at T1, T2 or T3.
  3. Insist on the meter or agree a fixed price before leaving; ask if the airport entry/parking fee is included.
  4. Take the Vung Tau expressway / National Highway 51; journey is about 2 hours in normal traffic.
  5. Pay in VND cash or by card if the taxi accepts it; get a receipt.

Bus 72-1 Direct to Vung Tau

Cheapest
150 mins •See Timetable at T3 Bus Stop
€7.00 – €8.50 / Person (Check Before Travel)
Luggage: 1 Large Bag + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From T1 or T2, take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 3 (about every 20 minutes); if you are already at T3, go to the outer bus stop.
  2. Find the Bus 72-1 stop outside T3 Arrivals; buy a ticket from the conductor or driver with small VND notes.
  3. Board the bus towards Vung Tau; tell the conductor your destination and keep your ticket.
  4. Journey takes about 2–2.5 hours depending on traffic and the route via National Highway 51 or the expressway.
  5. Alight at Vung Tau bus station or your requested stop; the final hotel may require a short taxi or walk.

Hydrofoil via Bach Dang Pier (Greenlines DP)

Scenic Alternative
180 mins •Check greenlines-dp.com
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Luggage: Hand Luggage + Small Case (Check Operator)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and take an official taxi or ride-hailing car from the airport to Bach Dang Pier in District 1 (allow 25–45 minutes).
  2. Allow extra time to buy a ticket at the Greenlines DP counter or online; sailing times and fares are not published in airport signs.
  3. Board the hydrofoil to Vung Tau; the operator will advise the sailing time.
  4. Arrive at Vung Tau pier; your hotel may be a short taxi or motorbike ride away.
  5. Confirm return sailings in advance, especially on weekends and holidays.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts inside Arrivals offering 'cheap taxis'; use the official taxi queue or an app with upfront price.
  • Always insist the taxi meter is turned on or agree a fixed price before leaving the airport; a small airport entry/parking fee may be added.
  • Bus 72-1 fare is not officially published; carry small VND notes and confirm the price with the conductor before boarding.
  • For hydrofoil tickets, buy only from Greenlines DP or its official app; do not buy from resellers near Bach Dang Pier.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the cheapest way from SGN to Vung Tau?

Bus 72-1 from Terminal 3 costs roughly €7.00–€8.50 per person, but the fare is not officially verified; confirm with the conductor.

How long does it take to get from SGN to Vung Tau?

By private car or taxi about 2 hours in normal traffic; by bus allow 2–2.5 hours; the hydrofoil requires an extra transfer to the pier and can take 2.5–3 hours total.

Are taxis available 24/7 at Tan Son Nhat for Vung Tau?

Official taxi ranks outside each terminal have cars on demand, but it is safer to book a fixed-price transfer for very late or early arrivals; confirm the total price before leaving.

Can I pay by card for the bus or taxi to Vung Tau?

Airport taxis and ride-hailing apps usually accept card or app payment; the direct bus 72-1 is cash only with small VND notes.

Is there a direct train or metro from SGN to Vung Tau?

No, there is no rail link at the airport; the direct public transport option is bus 72-1, or you can take a taxi/private car and then the hydrofoil from Bach Dang Pier.

Which is best for families with luggage?

A private door-to-door transfer is usually best because it picks you up at the terminal and drops you at your hotel; bus 72-1 has limited luggage space and may require a final taxi.

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