A Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc bus is a great option to travel to Phu Quoc Island from Ho Chi Minh City. For a hassle-free and low-cost Vietnam travel experience, read through this detailed guide. We will cover all the important details, including the best bus options available for your consideration.
1. Are there any Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc buses available?
Unfortunately, there is no direct bus route connecting Ho Chi Minh City (SG) to Phu Quoc (PQ). To reach Phu Quoc from Ho Chi Minh City, you will need to take a two-step journey. First, you will need to travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh City to either Ha Tien or Rach Gia in Kien Giang Province. From there, you can continue your journey to Phu Quoc by taking a ferry or a high-speed boat.
Ferry and high-speed boat services are available between Ha Tien or Rach Gia and Phu Quoc. The prices for a Ha Tien to Phu Quoc ferry or a Rach Gia to Phu Quoc ferry can vary depending on the type of vessel, the class of service, and the season. Generally, you can expect a range of fare options to suit different budgets. It is advisable to check with the respective ferry or boat operators for the most up-to-date information on schedules and prices to plan your trip accordingly.
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2. Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc buses via Ha Tien/Rach Gia
A bus ride from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc will cover about 300 kilometers and take 11 hours. Thanks to Vietnam transport’s diverse offerings, you can choose to go on an ordinary bus or a sleeper bus. We recommend the latter since the journey is quite long. Below are seven reliable bus companies that you can consider.
2.1. Hue Nghia Bus
- Phone number: 1900 636 497 | 1900 6477
- Reference ticket price: 230,000 VND - 240,000 VND
Hue Nghia is a popular company offering 4-seater sleeper buses for those who want to get to Phu Quoc from Ho Chi Minh City. Typically, the buses accommodate 40 passengers. There are 4 rides per day from Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien. You can depart at 8 PM, 7 AM, 8 AM, or 6 PM. Hue Nghia also offers shuttle services for passengers, saving them the trouble of finding other transportation services while helping tourists minimize travel costs. Covering a bit over 320 kilometers, the whole journey will take about 6 hours and 30 minutes.
2.2. Hoang Minh Bus
- Phone number: 0918 258 169 | 090 377 3022
- Reference ticket price: 200,000 VND
Hoang Minh Bus is another common choice, particularly loved by budget travelers. The company operates buses with sleeper seats going to Ha Tien from Ho Chi Minh City, which usually support up to 41 passengers per ride. You will depart at Mien Tay Bus Station (Station 18) at No. 395 Kim Duong Vuong Street, An Lac Ward, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City. It will typically be at 9 PM.
2.3. Tu Tien Bus
- Phone number: 0917 233 230 | 091 888 72 43
- Reference ticket price: 300,000 VND - 350,000 VND
A third option is Tu Tien Bus, which has been serving guests for over 20 years. The company specializes in routes to Dong Nai, but it also offers rides from Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia. The departing times for a trip to Rach Gia from Saigon are 7 AM, 2:15 PM, and 4:15 PM daily. The highlight of traveling with Tu Tien Bus is that the ceiling of the bus is designed to be quite high, so there is a generous space between the first- and second-floor seats. You can sit or lay comfortably; there is no need to worry about bothering the passengers above or below you.
2.4. Thien Thanh Bus
- Phone number: 0908 731 119 | 0908 621 119
- Reference ticket price: 350,000 VND
Thien Thanh Bus is also worth considering if you want to go from Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia. This company offers limousines rather than buses like the ones above, with each limousine having 22 to 24 compartments. Thien Thanh Bus also schedules diverse options when it comes to departure time. If you want to discuss details in person, the company's address, as listed on their website, is No. 20 Hoa Bang, Tan Son Nhi Ward, Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City.
2.5. Phuong Trang Bus
- Phone number: 1900 6067
- Reference ticket price: 170,000 VND - 270,000 VND
Phuong Trang is one of the most popular bus companies in Vietnam. It has lots of routes all across the country, and Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien is one of the many. A ride is estimated to take approximately 7 to 9 hours. You can choose to depart at 11:55 PM, 11:59 PM, 9:05 PM, 10:05 PM, 11:30 PM, 11:58 PM, 4:30 PM, or 7:00 PM. The cost varies more than other bus companies depending on several factors such as vehicle type and trip duration. However, a great service exclusive to Phuong Trang is that the company offers shuttles to the departing locations and specific final destinations, making it convenient for passengers.
2.6. Tuan Nga Bus
- Phone number: 0962 57 11 99 | 0942 79 00 55 | 0946 79 00 55
- Reference ticket price: 350,000 VND
Tuan Nga Bus is also a reputable company that you can consider. It operates both routes from Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien and Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia. The cost for the former is 210,000 VND, and the latter’s is 180,000 VND. Every day, buses run from 8 AM, 9:30 PM, 11 PM for the Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien route and 10:30 AM, 12 PM, 1 AM for the Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia route.
The buses are equipped with amenities like an LCD TV, earphones, USB charging portals, and free Wi-Fi. Dial 0962 57 11 99, 0942 79 00 55, or 0946 79 00 55 to contact the company. If you want to buy tickets in person, head to No. 7 Pham Huu Chi Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.
2.7. Tuyet Hon Bus
- Phone number: 02838 769 869 | 0977 663 663
- Reference ticket price: 150,000 VND
Another good Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc bus company is Tuyet Hon. Their office is located at Station 15 of Mien Tay Bus Station. With Tuyet Hon Bus, you can get to Rach Gia from Ho Chi Minh City on 40-seat sleeper seats. The travel time is estimated to be approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes. Tuyet Hon Bus has received many positive reviews from travelers for its comfort and service quality.
*Note: The prices mentioned above are for reference only. To obtain the most accurate ticket prices for your specific bus route, you should directly contact the bus company.
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There are no direct buses to go from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc, but it is possible to take a Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc bus by going to Ha Tien or Rach Gia first and then catching a high-speed ferry to the island. Compared to other transportation modes, this is quite convenient and inexpensive. Definitely consider our bus company recommendations above if you are about to plan for your own journey.
