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How to Travel from
Can Tho to Ben Tre
Bus from Can Tho information can be surprisingly hard to find in English, even though the journey should be simple and straightforward. To make it easier for you, we’ve gathered all the necessary details here, along with some insider tips to ensure a smooth trip in Mekong Delta.
Public bus & Private taxi
Traveling by public bus from Can Tho to Ben Tre is a budget-friendly option for those exploring the Mekong Delta. There are 3 daily bus companies offering departure times at 8:30 AM, 12:30 AM and 1:00 PM. All buses are equipped with air conditioning, providing a basic but comfortable travel experience. Tickets can only be purchased with cash in Vietnamese Dong
Thao Bang bus
Can Tho - Ben Tre
Departure time: 12:30
Duration: 3.5 hours
Ticket fare: 100.000VND
Where to buy ticket:
Thao Bang ticket counter
Call: 0947349559 (Speak only Vietnamese)
Huu Hiep bus
Can Tho - Ben Tre
Departure time: 08:30
Duration: 3.5 hours
Ticket fare: 80.000VND
Where to buy ticket:
Ben Tre Station ticket counter
Mr. Sang bus
Can Tho - Ben Tre
Departure time: 13:00
Duration: 3.5 hours
Ticket fare: 80.000VND
Where to buy ticket:
Ben Tre Station ticket counter
Option 1: Public bus to Tuktuk ride
Can Tho City Center public bus station
Some handpockets words to know:
1. Bến xe: Public bus station
2. Xe khách/xe buýt: Public bus (Xe = vehicles)
3. Bán vé: Ticket counter (Bán = sell & Vé = Tickets)
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 bus station to our homestays
Important thing to remember: There are few GRAB services in Ben Tre (You can only catch them if you are in Ben Tre city center).
So what is the best way? - Catch a Tuktuk!
TukTuk ride from Bus Station - our Ben Tre's homestays
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Fare: 150.000VND - 170.000VND (one way)
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Time duration: ~ 30 minutes
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How to book? Contact us via WhatsApp: 0084985222917.
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
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Price: 70.000VND - 100.000VND (one way)
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Time duration: ~ 30 minutes
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How to book? Contact us via WhatsApp: 0084985222917.
Overall, choosing public bus & tuktuk rides/ scooter rides is not only a budget-friendly option to travel from Ben Tre - Can Tho and vice versa, but also a fun and adventurous way to immerse in the local cultures.
Undoubtedly, the most convenient way of getting from Ben Tre to Can Tho 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 Can Tho to our homestay (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 Can Tho airport to Ben Tre, or from Can Tho city to Ben Tre, how to book a taxi from Can Tho to Ben Tre, 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.
4-seat Taxi: 1.700.000 VND
7-seat Taxi: 1.900.000 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
P/s: If you are planning to stay in Ba Danh homestay, you'll need a tuktuk/ scooter ride from the UBND Nhon Thanh (map link here) to the homestay, since the taxi/ car is too large to enter Ba Danh homestay.
If you want to catch a taxi/ car transfer/ airport pick up/ airport drop off from Ben Tre - Can Tho or Can Tho - Ben Tre, please contact us 1 day in advance via Whatsapp 0084985222917 or directly at our homestay
Option 2: Private car/ taxi/ transfer
from Can Tho to Ben Tre
A Note from us, Your Mekong Friends
Hey there, fellow traveler! 👋
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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!
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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!
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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! 🚣♀️🌴