We offer non-touristic sailboat trip, scooter riding, cooking class experiences in Ben Tre, Mekong Delta.
How to travel from
Ho CHi Minh to Sa Dec
Ho Chi Minh City, the dynamic heart of southern Vietnam, is a bustling metropolis where modern skyscrapers rise. Known for its nonstop energy, diverse street food culture, and vibrant markets, the city serves as the gateway to the Mekong Delta and a major economic center of the country.
Sa Dec is a small town in Dong Thap Province in the Mekong Delta, shaped by the river and generations of flower growers. Romantic and serene, it’s known for its vibrant flower villages, lush plant gardens, the gentle Mekong waterways, and charming riverside homestays.
Ho Chi Minh city
Sa Dec - DONG THAP
How to travel from Ho Chi Minh city / Sai Gon to Sa Dec?
The best ways to travel from Ho Chi Minh city / Sai Gon to Sa Dec (and vice versa) are by public bus or private taxi, both are budget-friendly and convenient.
Public buses are very easy to catch, you can buy tickets directly at the bus station (only cash) or call them to reserve seats (You might need a Vietnamese friend to help you call since they can't speak foreign languages you know...).
Or, opt for a hands-off choice: catching a private taxi where you don't have to worry about pinning location cuz we are going to take care that for you.
In this blog we will guide you in details these 2 options
オプション2: 自家用車
カントーからベンチェへ
Ho Chi Minh / Sai Gon – Sa Dec bus info isn’t easy to find in English, even though the trip is direct.
Here’s a quick guide: Futa Bus (Phuong Trang) is the recommended operators 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).
We understand you’d like to reserve a ticket for assurance, but it’s not necessary. Simply head to the ticket counter and purchase — there’s a 90% chance tickets will be available.
FUTA (Phuong Trang) Public bus
Futa Waiting area
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Tips: FUTA also has many branches in Ho Chi Minh city center. They can arrange transfer shuttle service from those branches to the main station that go to Sa Dec for free or for a small fee. It's best to ask FUTA by phone call, or you can ask your hotel's staff to help you call FUTA and ask the nearest pick up address of this shuttle service.
An Example of
FUTA BUS SCHEDULE FROM HO CHI MINH TO SA DEC
10:00
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Vinh Loc – An Suong → Binh Chanh District
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An Suong Bus Station → District 12
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Dong Den → Tan Binh District
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Luy Ban Bich → Tan Phu District
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205 Pham Ngu Lao → District 1
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43 Nguyen Cu Trinh → District 1
10:15
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Cho Ray Hospital → District 5
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231–233 Le Hong Phong → District 5
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District 8 Bus Station → District 8
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University Medical Center → District 5
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202 Le Hong Phong → District 5
11:00
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Mien Tay Bus Station → Binh Tan District
14:00
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Sa Dec
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Prepare cash
Have Vietnamese Dong (VND) handy for bus tickets, taxi fare, and snacks you might buy on the way.
Be Ready
Be at the bus station at least
10-15 minutes to ensure time of buying tickets and checking in
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.
バス停からホームステイ先まで
How to Catch a Taxi from
Sa Dec bus stations - your homestays/ hotels
From the previous mentioned Sa Dec Bus Stations, you can easily reach to your homestay by taking a taxi with affordable price. It's easy to find 4-seat and 7-seat taxis.
1. 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.
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How to book? Contact us via WhatsApp: 0084985222917.
How to Catch a Scooter driver from
Sa Dec bus stations - your homestays/ hotels
If you are a solo traveler or have light and small carry-on luggage, a scooter drive (or in Vietnamese "xe ôm" could also be a more money-saving option. Simply catch a scooter driver at the bus station — they usually wait there for passengers.
間違いなく、ベンチェからカントーへ、あるいはその逆へ移動する最も便利な方法は、プライベートタクシーに乗ることです。時間の節約になり、柔軟性があり、プライベートで快適です。
もうスケジュールやチケットの確認、駅への行き方を気にする必要はありません。タクシーを利用すれば、運転手がホームステイ先からカントー（カントーの新しいホテル、ホームステイ、リゾート、またはカントー国際空港）まで運転してくれます。その逆も同様です。
4人乗りタクシー: 片道約1,700,000 VND
7人乗りタクシー: 片道約1,900,000 VND
所要時間: 3.5時間
P/s: バダンホームステイに滞在する場合、タクシーはバダンホームステイに入るには大きすぎるため、タクシーに乗るにはホームステイからUBND Nhon Thanh （地図のリンクはこちら）までトゥクトゥク/スクーターに乗る必要があります。
ベンチェ - カントーまたはカントー - ベンチェからタクシー/車送迎/空港送迎/空港送迎をご希望の場合は、 1日前にWhatsapp 0084985222917またはホームステイまで直接ご連絡ください。
4-seat Taxi
7-seat Taxi
16-seat/ minivan/ private bus
1.700.000 VND
2.000.000 VND
Contact us for more details
Duration
3 hours
How to book
Via Whatsapp 1 day beforehand
