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we offer unique local Mekong tours

 Ben Tre to ho chi minh
 Public bus & private car

Ever wonder how to travel from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh city / Sai Gon? Here are some nice options, budget-friendly and convenient.

These public buses are very easy to catch, you can buy tickets directly at the bus station (only cash) or call them to reserve seats (You might need a Vietnamese friend to help you call since they can't speak foreign languages you know...)

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Option 1: ​Public bus to Tuktuk ride

Ben Tre Limousine

Departure time:                   Duration: 2.5h

  • Every 1 hour

  • From 5h30 to 18h30

Ticket fare

  • 120.000VND no massage chair, last row

  • 170.000VND massage chair, middle row

  • 190.000VND massage chair, first row

Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Ben Tre and Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh

Thinh Phat bus

Ho Chi Minh - Ben Tre

Departure time:  Every 30 mins                                      from 5:00 to 19:00
Duration:     2.5 hours

Ticket fare:  90.000VND
Where to buy ticket:  
Thinh Phat ticket counter

Minh Tam bus

Ho Chi Minh - Ben Tre

Departure time:   Every 30 mins                                       from 5:00 to 19:00
Duration:       2.5 hours

Ticket fare:   90.000VND
Where to buy ticket: 
Minh Tam ticket counter

Futa bus

Ho Chi Minh- Ben Tre

Departure time: 6:50, 8:30,                                               12:30, 15:30, 18:30
Duration:       2.5 hours

Ticket fare:   90.000VND
Where to buy ticket:  

Phuong Trang (Futa) ticket counter

Insider Tips

Prepare cash

Have Vietnamese Dong (VND) handy for bus tickets, tuktuk fare, and snacks you might buy on the way.

Use Google Translate

For smooth communication with the ticket sellers, bus driver, taxi driver, or tuktuk driver.

Onboard

All public buses have aircons, Wi-Fi is possibly not available, so bring a book or enjoy the scenic views.

From our homestays to bus station

The best way to travel from our homestay: Ba Danh homestay and Innerzen/Comfy homestay to the bus station? Catch a Tuktuk! Catch a Scooter driver!

TukTuk ride from Bus Station - our Ben Tre's homestays

  • Fare: 150.000VND - 170.000VND (one way)

  • ​Time duration: ~ 30 minutes

  • How to book? Contact us via WhatsApp: 0084985222917 or directly at our homestay.

Tuktuk is a 3-wheels-vehicles that could carry up to 6 pax including luggages per ride.

And more importantly, it fit the size of small alleys that leads directly to our homestays

(Ba Danh homestay or Innerzen/ Comfy homestay).

If you are a solo traveler and have light and small carry-on luggage, a scooter drive (or in Vietnamese "xe ôm" could also be a more money-saving option.

Scooter ride from Bus Station - our Ben Tre's homestays

  • Price: 70.000VND - 100.000VND (one way)

  • Time duration: ~ 30 minutes

  • How to book? Contact us via WhatsApp: 0084985222917 or directly at our homestay.

​Overall, choosing public bus & tuktuk rides/ scooter rides is not only a budget-friendly option to travel from HCMC - Ben Tre and vice versa, but also a fun and adventurous way to immerse in the local cultures.

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Undoubtedly, the most convenient way of getting from HCMC to Ben Tre and vice versa is catching a private taxi. It's time-saving, flexible, private, and comfortable.

You will no longer have to care about checking schedule, the tickets, or getting to the stations. Catching a taxi meaning the driver will drive you from our homestay in Ben Tre to Can Tho (could be your new Can Tho's hotel/ homestay/ resort, or Can Tho international airport, and vice versa.

So now if you are wondering, How to travel from Ben Tre to the Ho Chi Minh - Tan Son Nhat airport, or from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh city, how to book a taxi from Ben Tre to HCMC, we got you! We can arrange all kinds of transfer car size, from 4-seat, 7-seat, 16-seat, minivan or even larger private minibus with a very fair price. You won't have to worry about where to find our homestay since the driver will take care of it all.

P/s: If you stay in Ba Danh homestay, you'll need a tuktuk/ scooter ride from the homestay to UBND Nhon Thanh (map link here) to catch the taxi, since the taxi is too large to enter Ba Danh homestay.

4-seat Taxi:         1.400.000 VND
7-seat Taxi:         1.600.000 VND
16-seat/ minivan/ private bus: Contact us for more details
Duration:             3.5 hours
How to book:  Via our Whatsapp at least 1 day before you want to book

Option 2: ​Private car
from Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh

A Note from us, Your Mekong Friends

Hey there, fellow traveler! 👋

  • We wanted to drop a quick note about this page. You see, we don't actually run any bus services ourselves. We just noticed that many folks were struggling to find local info in English, so we decided to translate it for you. It's our little way of making your Mekong adventure a bit smoother! If you're keen on taking the bus, just head to the station to grab your tickets. Easy peasy!

  • Now, about those private cars we mentioned - we can totally arrange that for you if you'd like. We've listed some prices to give you a ballpark idea, but keep in mind they might be a tad higher during peak seasons or holidays. You know how it goes!

  • Oh, and here's a little secret: our real passion is creating and running unique, intimate Mekong Delta tours right here in Ben Tre. If you're heading our way and want to experience the local vibe, why not take a peek at what we offer? We promise it'll be relaxed, local, and totally unforgettable! Here are the details: 

Safe travels, and hope to see you in the Mekong soon! 🚣‍♀️🌴

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