Getting to Ben Tre, Vietnam — TFA World Guide

Getting There and Away

Written by Lorraine Aust, Minh Nguyen

16/08/2025

Woman rowing through lush palms in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, on a traditional wooden boat.

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Ben Tre's main transport hub is the provincial bus station, located approximately 4 kilometers north of Ben Tre city. Within Ben Tre city, smaller bus stations and offices for various bus companies are available.

From Ho Chi Minh City by Bus

Buses are a common and affordable option, typically departing from Mien Tay Bus Station in Ho Chi Minh City. The journey usually takes between 2 to 3 hours. Fares generally range from 50,000 VND to 80,000 VND (approximately $2 to $3.5 USD), though some operators may charge slightly more. Services run frequently, often every 15 to 60 minutes from early morning until the evening. Reputable bus companies include FUTA (Phuong Trang), Mai Linh, Thao Chau, Thinh Phat, and Minh Tam. Upon arrival at Ben Tre bus station, local taxis or motorbike taxis are available for onward travel to your specific destination.

From Ho Chi Minh City by Private Car

Traveling by private car offers more comfort and flexibility, with a journey time of approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours. This option is considerably more expensive, with indicative costs ranging from 1,300,000 VND to 1,600,000 VND (around $55 to $67 USD) for a 4-seater or 7-seater vehicle. Some services provide convenient door-to-door pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City or Tan Son Nhat Airport.

From Can Tho by Bus

Buses offer a cost-effective way to reach Ben Tre from Can Tho, with the journey lasting about 2 to 3 hours and fares typically between 50,000 VND and 100,000 VND (approximately $2 to $4 USD).

From Can Tho by Boat

Direct boat travel from Can Tho to Ben Tre is generally not common; travelers often combine a boat trip to My Tho with a bus transfer to Ben Tre, which takes about 2 to 3 hours. Private boat charters offer a more direct, but costlier, route taking around 1 hour.

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