Travel from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City

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Fly via
VietJet Air
THB 3600-125001h 25m - 1h 45m
Depart: Several departures daily (e.g., morning, afternoon, evening)Arrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights connecting Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City with a low-cost carrier.
Operates flights from both Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Prices are typical for economy class and can fluctuate significantly based on booking in advance and demand.
Vietnam Airlines
THB 4700-170201h 45m - 1h 55m
Depart: Multiple departures dailyArrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City with Vietnam's national flag carrier, offering a full-service experience.
Typically operates from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Prices provided are typical ranges for economy class, with business class options also available at higher fares.
Thai AirAsia
THB 3600-125001h 40m - 1h 50m
Depart: Several departures dailyArrive: Varies by departure
Direct low-cost flights from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City.
Flights generally depart from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Baggage allowances and other services may incur additional fees.
THAI Airways
THB 6000-150001h 45m - 1h 55m
Depart: Multiple daily servicesArrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights connecting Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City with Thailand's national carrier, offering premium services.
Operates from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Expect full-service amenities. Prices are indicative for economy class and can vary.
Train via
Bus via
Virak Buntham Express (via Phnom Penh)
THB 1260-216019h - 24h
Depart: Daily services, often morning departures from BangkokArrive: Evening to late night on the following day in Ho Chi Minh City
Long-distance bus service from Bangkok, requiring a transfer in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to reach Ho Chi Minh City.
There are no direct bus services from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City. This option involves taking a bus from Bangkok to Phnom Penh, then transferring to another bus to Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers will need to undergo border crossing procedures at both the Thai-Cambodian and Cambodian-Vietnamese borders. Visa requirements for Cambodia and Vietnam should be checked in advance. Prices reflect the typical cost of the two-leg journey (Bangkok-Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh-Ho Chi Minh City), often quoted in USD (approx. USD 35-60) and converted to THB.
Giant Ibis Transport (via Phnom Penh)
THB 650-1000 (for Phnom Penh to HCMC leg, typically USD 18-28)Typically 6h 30m for the Phnom Penh to HCMC leg (total journey from Bangkok 19h - 24h+)
Depart: Multiple daily departures for the Phnom Penh to HCMC leg (e.g., morning and late morning)Arrive: Varies based on connecting services
Reputable bus service for the Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City leg, often used in conjunction with a bus from Bangkok to Phnom Penh.
While not a direct service from Bangkok, Giant Ibis is a popular and well-regarded operator for the cross-border journey between Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers would first need to arrange transport from Bangkok to Phnom Penh. Their services typically depart from and arrive at designated bus stations.
Drive via
Self-Drive
THB 3500-6000 (estimated fuel costs, tolls extra)10h 49m - 13h (pure driving time, excluding stops and border crossings)
Depart: Flexible (self-planned)Arrive: Flexible (self-planned)
Driving from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City via Cambodia.
The road distance is approximately 850-900 km. This journey involves complex international border crossings through Cambodia (Thailand-Cambodia and Cambodia-Vietnam borders), requiring specific vehicle import permits, international driving licenses, and potentially multiple visas. Car rental companies often have restrictions on cross-border travel with their vehicles. Fuel costs are an estimate and do not include tolls, which are likely to be incurred in all three countries. This option is generally considered challenging and not recommended for typical tourist travel.
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