Vietnam Transport Service

Transportation in Vietnam

See an overview of transport options for travellers within Vietnam, as well as information on domestic flights, train travel, local buses and ferries.

There are many different ways to get around Vietnam and visit attractions. You can ride a motorbike yourself, fly straight from one point to another destination, or take the train or bus to admire the sights along the way.

In the cities, there are many taxis, buses, and cyclos while in the countryside, motorcycling and cycling are often the means to pick. You can usually get where you want to go with ease and comfort, which makes your Vietnam travel as convenient as ever.

Vietnam is an S-shaped country with over 1,700 kilometers of travel distance from the Northern to the Southern region. To travel across the country, you can choose one of the following transportation means in Vietnam.

By Plane
For those short on time, flying is the most convenient way to travel. It is worth noting that going by train from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City can take up to 30 hours; therefore, it is more advisable that you take a flight that lasts 2 hours so that you have more time to spend on your tour. 

The ticket prices for domestic flights are surprisingly reasonable, and there are daily flights to all the top destinations of the country. Vietnam Airlines is the national airline while VietJet, Bamboo Airways, Vietravel Airlines, and Pacific Airlines all offer affordable deals on short-haul flights around the country.

By Train
The train is a means of transportation that you should choose if you want to relax in your seat and admire the scenery along the way. The Northern and the Southern regions are connected by a 2,600 km track under the management of Vietnam Railways. The train goes all the way from Ho Chi Minh City to the Chinese border in the North. There are four seat classes for you to choose from: soft seat, hard seat, soft sleeper, and hard sleeper.

By Bus - The cheap public transportation in Vietnam
The bus is becoming more and more popular as a means of Vietnam transport, especially for budget travelers in the big cities of Vietnam.

Most buses start running quite early in the day, from 5 am or 5:30 am until 9:30 pm or 11 pm. The next bus usually comes 15-20 minutes after the last one. Sometimes at rush hour, there is a bus every 5-10 minutes, so tourists can have a lot of options to manage their schedule.

By Car - A convenient means of Vietnam transportation
Car rental is becoming a new trend for travel enthusiasts. This means of Vietnam transport is loved by many people because of its convenience and comfort; you can go wherever you want without any constraints. You can also change your itinerary on the spot to suit the weather conditions or your interests.