Mekong Delta Bus Routes Guide: From HCMC & Intercity 2026

The Mekong Delta river region always holds a strange attraction for tourists from everywhere due to its rich nature, hospitality, and unique riverine culture. To start your journey of discovery, the most popular and economical means of transportation is always the bus. Below is a comprehensive SEO guide detailing all bus routes from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta, interprovincial routes connecting riverine areas, and the safest ticket booking tips for 2026.

1. Mien Tay Bus Station — The Largest Traffic Gateway to the South

When needing to travel by bus from HCMC to the 13 provinces of the Mekong Delta, Mien Tay Bus Station (BXMT) is always the main gathering point. This is a bus station with a long history and has a daily passenger traffic volume among the highest in the country.

Bus station address: 395 Kinh Duong Vuong, An Lac Ward, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City.
How to get to the station: Tourists from the center of HCMC (District 1, District 3) can take bus routes 02, 10, 14, 39 or book a ride-hailing car (Grab, Be) running straight along the Hong Bang - Kinh Duong Vuong axis for about 30 - 45 minutes.
Support services: At the station, there is a modern air-conditioned waiting area, ticket counters of over 100 high-quality transport companies, a spacious overnight motorbike parking lot, and clean dining systems.

2. Most Popular Bus Routes from HCMC to Mekong Delta Provinces

Depending on the destination of the journey, bus routes are divided into short distances (to Tien Giang, Ben Tre) or long distances (to Kien Giang, Ca Mau). The further you go to the provinces at the end of the map, the more the private cabin limousine sleeper buses dominate to bring maximum comfort for passengers on long trips.

Route (From HCMC)	Distance / Time	Average Fare	Typical Bus Companies
Can Tho (Tay Do)	170km (~3.5 hours)	165,000đ - 220,000đ	Phuong Trang, Vu Linh, Tri Nhan, Loc Phat
Ca Mau (Dat Mui)	350km (~7-8 hours)	220,000đ - 350,000đ	Phuong Trang, Tuan Hung, Giap Diep, Hao Hao
Rach Gia (Kien Giang)	250km (~5.5 hours)	180,000đ - 280,000đ	Phuong Trang, Kumho Samco, Thien Thanh
Chau Doc (An Giang)	250km (~6 hours)	175,000đ - 260,000đ	Phuong Trang, Hung Cuong, Hue Nghia
Soc Trang	230km (~5 hours)	170,000đ - 250,000đ	Phuong Trang, My Duyen, Tri Nhan
Bac Lieu	280km (~6 hours)	190,000đ - 300,000đ	Phuong Trang, Kim Yen, Tuan Hung

Focus: Saigon - Ca Mau Bus Route

Safe and enjoyable travel journey

For tourists on an expedition to the Southernmost point of the country or vacationing at Ba Ngoai Homestay Ca Mau, the overnight sleeper bus route from Saigon to Ca Mau is the most perfect. The lines of limousine buses with sleeper cabins (20 - 24 single/double cabins) equipped with private curtains, USB charging ports, LCD entertainment TVs, and comfortable massage mattresses will help you have a deep sleep during the 7-8 hour journey, opening your eyes to welcome the fresh dawn at Ca Mau bus station.

3. Interprovincial Mekong Delta Bus Routes You Need To Know

When backpacking in the Mekong Delta or combining interprovincial tours (like the 4D3N Mekong Delta Tour or Con Dao/Nam Du tours), the demand for bus travel between southern provinces is huge. Can Tho acts as the central transit hub for passengers heading to all river branches.

Can Tho — Ca Mau Route

The 160km route passes through Hau Giang, Soc Trang, Bac Lieu provinces. Taking a bus takes about 3 hours. Phuong Trang and Tuan Hung bus companies have continuous departures from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM (1 trip every hour). Popular vehicles are standard 40-seat sleeper buses or VIP 9-seat Limousine reclining seats. Ticket price: 130,000đ - 170,000đ.

Rach Gia (Kien Giang) — Ca Mau Route

The route connects two capitals of island tourism and mangrove forests. Distance is about 130km following the Southern coastal corridor. Travel time is about 3.5 hours as the road has some narrow sections. Reputable bus companies running all day include Phuong Trang and Mai Thao buses. Ticket prices range: 120,000đ - 150,000đ.

Tourists preparing for their eco-discovery trip

Can Tho — Rach Gia / Ha Tien Route

Specializes in serving tourists traveling from Can Tho central bus station to Rach Gia ferry terminal to go to Nam Du, Hon Son, Phu Quoc. Travel time to Rach Gia is about 2.5 hours and to Ha Tien about 5 hours. The largest serving companies are Phuong Trang and Trang Ngoc Phat. Ticket price: 120,000đ - 220,000đ.

4. Reviews of Top Reputable Bus Companies Specialized in Mekong Delta Routes

#1. FUTA Phuong Trang (Booking Hotline: 1900 6067)

Phuong Trang (outstanding orange color) is the king of Mekong Delta buses with a network of offices covering all 13 provinces. The strength is a huge fleet, buses running on time, no picking up passengers along the road, and supporting free transit in the inner city of many major cities. You can easily book tickets via the FUTA app or futabus.vn website very professionally.

#2. Tuan Hung Bus Company (Hotline: 028 39 63 63 63)

River scenery along the route back to Dat Mui Ca Mau

Specializing in HCMC - Can Tho - Bac Lieu - Ca Mau routes. With years of service, Tuan Hung is famous for its calm drivers, attentive service staff full of Mekong Delta hospitality, and clean new-generation sleeper buses.

#3. Giap Diep Bus Company (VIP Limousine to Ca Mau)

The pioneer bus company bringing the high-end cabin bus line "ground aircraft" into service on the Saigon - Ca Mau route. The bus is equipped with single and double cabins extremely suitable for couples on a romantic trip. Giap Diep picks up and drops off passengers on-site and has flexible transit vehicles in Ca Mau.

5. Golden Tips When Booking Buses to Mekong Delta to Avoid "Price Gouging"

Book tickets early during Holidays/Tet: During major holidays like Lunar New Year, April 30 - May 1, Sept 2, tourists flocking to the Mekong Delta spike. You should book bus tickets via reputable apps like Vexere or call Phuong Trang hotline directly 1 - 2 weeks in advance to secure good seats, avoiding price gouging at unofficial buses outside the station.
Choose night trips to rest: For long sleeper bus journeys (over 5 hours like Ca Mau, Kien Giang), choose departure times from 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM. You get a good night's sleep, at 5:00 AM the next day the bus arrives at the province and you can start your itinerary immediately, maximizing savings on 1 night of accommodation.
Pack luggage carefully if bringing specialties: The Mekong Delta has many fresh seafood and specialties like fish sauce, honey, live crabs. Bus regulations do not allow foul odors into the passenger cabin. You need to ask the shop owner or homestay to pack in foam boxes sealed tightly with tape for the staff to store safely in the trunk.

Exclusive pick up and drop off privilege at Ca Mau bus station from Ba Ngoai Homestay:

Popular means of transportation for independent travel

If you choose to travel Ca Mau independently or book eco-picnic tours (like the Ca Mau 2 Days 1 Night Tour) of Ba Ngoai Homestay, please call to inform the bus number and arrival time to Mr. Bi (hotline 0919 244 834). Mr. Bi will arrange the homestay's private tourist car to pick up the group for free right at Ca Mau bus station and bring them back to the homestay to check-in and rest extremely thoughtfully and conveniently!

6. Frequently Asked Questions About Mekong Delta Buses (FAQ)

How much is the bus ticket from Saigon to Mekong Delta provinces?

Depending on the province distance, ticket prices range from 100,000đ - 180,000đ (for near routes like Tien Giang, Ben Tre, Vinh Long) and from 180,000đ - 350,000đ (for further routes like Soc Trang, Bac Lieu, Rach Gia, Ca Mau). Limousine cabin buses will be more expensive than standard sleeper beds by about 50,000đ - 100,000đ/ticket.

How to book Phuong Trang bus tickets to the Mekong Delta fastest?

The best way is to download the "FUTA" app on App Store/Google Play to proactively check schedules, choose empty seats, and pay online for e-tickets. Or you can directly call the national customer care hotline 1900 6067 for staff to assist in holding seats.

How many km is it from Ca Mau bus station to Dat Mui and how to get there?

From Ca Mau bus station (city center) to Ca Mau Cape tourist area is about 100km. You can rent a self-drive motorbike along the Ho Chi Minh trail (about 2.5 hours), catch a public bus, or book a service tourist car. However, the most optimal journey is to take a vehicle to Nam Can and then transfer to a composite boat/speedboat crossing the incredibly interesting mangrove forest.

Convenient and smooth route — Convenient and smooth transportation route

Mekong Delta Bus Routes Guide: From HCMC & Intercity Details 2026

1. Mien Tay Bus Station — The Largest Traffic Gateway to the South

2. Most Popular Bus Routes from HCMC to Mekong Delta Provinces

Focus: Saigon - Ca Mau Bus Route

Safe and enjoyable travel journey