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How to travel from
Ben Tre to Soc Trang
Ben Tre is a peaceful coastal Mekong city, home to 79.000 hectares coconuts, and thousands of canals and rivers.
Soc Trang, a large spiritual city which has many Buddhist temples. It is also where the Tran De port is located, the port that has ferries traveling to Con Dao island.
Ben Tre
Soc Trang
The best ways to travel from Ben Tre to Soc Trang (and vice versa) are by public bus or private taxi.
In this blog we will guide you in details these 2 options
Option 1: Public bus from Ben Tre to Soc Trang
Ben Tre to Soc Trang info isn’t easy to find in English, even though the trip is direct.
Here’s a quick guide: Thao Bang Bus is the an operator on this route, offering air-conditioned buses.
It’s a budget-friendly way to travel the Mekong Delta, but note that tickets must be paid in cash (VND).
THAO BANG BUS - 1st route to Soc Trang city
PICK UP POINT & BUY TICKET AT
Nhà xe Thảo Bằng Bến Tre
Thao Bang Ben Tre Bus Station
DROP OFF POINT:
Tan Hue Vien Food Processing Co.,Ltd in Soc Trang (Rest stop)
3 hours
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Departure time:
7:00am
8:00am
10:00am
120km
Bến Xe, QL60, Hữu Định, Châu Thành, Bến Tre
(right opposite the big
Ben Tre public bus station or "Bến Xe Bến Tre")
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3 trips per day
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Sleeper bus
153 Ấp Phụng Hiệp QL1A, An Hiệp, Châu Thành, Sóc Trăng
190.000 VND
THAO BANG BUS - 2nd route to tran de port
PICK UP POINT & BUY TICKET AT
Nhà xe Thảo Bằng Bến Tre
Thao Bang Ben Tre Bus Station
DROP OFF POINT:
Phu Quoc Express Port/
Cảng Cá Trần Đề
3.25 hours
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Departure
7:30 am
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Arrive
~ 10:30 - 11:00 am
120km
Bến Xe, QL60, Hữu Định, Châu Thành, Bến Tre
(right opposite the big
Ben Tre public bus station or "Bến Xe Bến Tre")
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1 trip per day
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Sleeper bus
170.000 VND
An example of a Thao Bang bus
Thao Bang Bus Station in Ben Tre
Ben Tre public bus station or "Bến Xe Bến Tre"
<- opposite ->
Drop off point in
Soc Trang city (1st route)
Drop off point at Phu Quoc Express Tran De port (2nd route)
Inside
Thao Bang bus
If you are looking for a detailed guidance on how to travel to and explore Con Dao:
Getting there & how to buy ferry ticket to Con Dao Island (from the red Phu Quoc express brand): https://phuquocexpress.com/en/guide-to-moving-from-tram-to-con-dao
Online buy ferry ticket to Con Dao Island (from the Superdong ferry brand):
https://online.superdong.com.vn/
Ultimate guidance traveling in Con Dao Island 2025:
https://www.mekongzigzag.com/post/ultimate-travel-guide-in-con-dao-vietnam
Insider Tips
Prepare cash
Have Vietnamese Dong (VND) handy for bus tickets, taxi fare, and snacks you might buy on the way.
Use Google Translate
For smooth communication with the ticket sellers, bus driver or taxi driver.
Onboard
All public buses have aircons, Wi-Fi is possibly not available, so bring a book or enjoy the scenic views.
How to Book a Taxi from
Soc Trang bus station - your homestays/ hotels
From Soc Trang Bus Station, you can easily reach to your homestay by taking a taxi with affordable price.
1. Traditional Taxi Services brands:
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Mai Linh Taxi
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Vinasun Taxi
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Look for Taxi stands at the bus station.
2. Use Taxi Apps:
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Ask for help from a local person to call a taxi hotline if you don’t have an app.
The most convenient way to travel between Ben Tre to Soc Trang is by private taxi. It’s time-saving, flexible, comfortable, and ideal for families with children. You can choose your pick-up location and departure time, and even customize your route for sightseeing.
No need to worry about schedules, tickets, or getting to bus stations. The driver will take you directly from your Ben Tre homestay to your destination in Soc Trang—whether it’s a hotel, homestay, resort — and vice versa.
We can arrange a variety of cars, from 4-seat, 7-seat cars to 16-seat minibuses or larger, all at fair prices.
4-seat Taxi
7-seat Taxi
16-seat/ minivan/ private bus
00.000 VND
00.000 VND
Contact us for more details
Duration
3 hours
How to book
Via Whatsapp 1 day beforehand
If you want to catch a taxi/ car transfer/ airport pick up/ airport drop off from Ben Tre to Soc Trang or vice versa, please contact us 1 day in advance via Whatsapp 0084985222917
Option 2: Private car/ taxi/ transfer from Ben Tre to Soc Trang
A Note from us, Your Mekong Friends
Hey there, fellow traveler! 👋
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We wanted to drop a quick note about this page. You see, we don't run any bus services ourselves. We just noticed that many folks were struggling to find local info in English, so we decided to translate it for you. It's our little way of making your Mekong adventure a bit smoother! If you're keen on taking the bus, just head to the station to grab your tickets. Easy peasy!
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Now, about those private cars we mentioned - we can totally arrange that for you if you'd like. We've listed some prices to give you a ballpark idea, but keep in mind they might be a tad higher during peak seasons or holidays. You know how it goes!
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Oh, and here's a little secret: our real passion is creating and running unique, intimate Mekong Delta tours right here in Ben Tre. If you're heading our way and want to experience the local vibe, why not take a peek at what we offer? We promise it'll be relaxed, local, and totally unforgettable! Here are the details:
Safe travels, and hope to see you in the Mekong soon! 🚣♀️🌴