Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City
Trains, buses, private transfers and taxis compared.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits about 8 km from Ho Chi Minh City. Every option below is priced in AUD so you can compare it against what a taxi would cost you at home.
| Option | Price (AUD) | Journey time | Frequency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer Pre-booked, with a name board at arrivals. |
~$22 | 25-50 min | 24/7 | Door-to-door |
| Bus 109 to Ben Thanh Cheapest Air-conditioned and runs to District 1. |
~$1 | 45-60 min | Every 20 min | Direct |
| Grab Best value Designated Grab pickup zone. By far the easiest option. |
~$8 | 25-50 min | 24/7 | Door-to-door |
| Vinasun or Mai Linh taxi Stick to these two companies - meter scams from other operators are common at SGN. |
~$10 | 25-50 min | 24/7 | Door-to-door |
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Cheapest option: Bus 109 to Ben Thanh at around $1. Fastest: Private transfer.
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How these comparisons are made
Routes, operators, journey times and fares come from the operators' own published timetables and pricing, compared in AUD. Public transport options are listed alongside bookable transfers because the train is often the honest answer - and where a booking platform is listed, it's one Jamie has personally booked through. Read the full editorial policy.
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