City in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Getting around Vung Tau
How to get around Vung Tau
Compact enough to cycle, scooter or ride Grab between the beaches. Saigon is 2–3 hours by bus, speedboat or car on the expressway.
Ways to get around Vung Tau
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Grab / Be / Xanh SM | About 50,000–90,000 VND for 5 km | Cars and motorbikes; the easiest option for visitors |
| Saigon–Vung Tau bus or limousine | About 100,000–250,000 VND | 2–3 h from Mien Dong or the city center |
| Speedboat from Bach Dang pier, Saigon | About 200,000–350,000 VND | About 1.5–2 h; fewer sailings in rough weather |
| Local bus | About 8,000–15,000 VND | Several lines run along the coast; slow and infrequent |
Ride-hailing apps in Vung Tau
A 5 km ride costs about ₫50,000–90,000 ($1.9–3.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Grab | Most drivers; cars and motorbikes |
| Be | Often cheaper for short trips |
| Green SM | Electric cars and bikes, flat pricing |
- Metered taxis from large firms are fine; check the meter runs. Seafood restaurants should show prices before you order.
Arriving in Vung Tau
Via Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat) (SGN)
About 100 km. Limousine van or coach 2.5–3 h, roughly 150,000–300,000 VND; private car about 1.2–1.8 million VND.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Widely rented at 120,000–200,000 VND a day; police check licences on main roads. A valid motorbike licence is required.
- Driving: on the right. Only 1968-Convention IDPs are valid (US ones aren't); unlicensed scooter riding is common but voids most insurance.
- Onward travel in Vietnam: Cheap flights (Vietjet, Vietnam Airlines) link Hanoi, Da Nang and Saigon; the coastal North–South railway and sleeper buses are slower, scenic alternatives.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Vung Tau?
No. Use Grab, Be, Green SM instead.
What's the best way to get around Vung Tau?
Compact enough to cycle, scooter or ride Grab between the beaches. Saigon is 2–3 hours by bus, speedboat or car on the expressway.
How do I get from the airport to Vung Tau?
About 100 km. Limousine van or coach 2.5–3 h, roughly 150,000–300,000 VND; private car about 1.2–1.8 million VND.
Is Vung Tau walkable?
Walkable center.
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