How to get to Ca Mau, Vietnam

On the way to Ca Mau you can go by airplane, other car or personal means. For you in the North and Central Vietnam can go by plane or train to the center of Ho Chi Minh City and continue to move to Ca Mau. For those in the South can move along the domestic routes to Ca Mau from Ho Chi Minh City to Ca Mau or Can Tho to Ca Mau.

1. Getting to Ca Mau by airplane - Easiest and the most convenient way

The flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Ca Mau and vice versa now only Vietnam Airlines.  There are only 1 to 2 trips a day, so the time is quite limited. Flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Ca Mau takes 45 minutes. The cost is only about US$ 30 to US$ 60/ticket can fluctuate in holidays.

All about Ca Mau Vietnam: https://journeyonair.com/ca-mau-vietnam

You should buy air tickets to Ca Mau at the ticket agents in Ca Mau to enjoy the savings rates. Or you can visit the website http://phongbanve.vn/ for advice and assistance ticket booking from Ho Chi Minh City to Ca Mau.

Advantages and disadvantages of getting to Ca Mau by air:

There is no denying the convenience of flying. It is the most comfortable means of transportation. Flight time is too short to save time. However, the only disadvantages make you consider is an expensive ticket. The money you must pay for an air ticket is much more expensive. But the relax you have is deserve 

2. Getting to Ca Mau by shuttle bus

Cheaper and also convenient option to go to Ca Mau and is the shuttle bus. From Tan Son Nhat Airport or Saigon Railway station to the Western Bus Station is so far. If you travel from the North or Central to Ho Chi Minh City, you can move to the bus station by taxi or bus. The ticket price from Ho Chi Minh City is about US$ 10/ticket

Read more: How to get around Ca Mau, Vietnam

How to book an bus ticket to get to Ca Mau 

Most of the routes to Ca Mau are located at the West Bus Station. Therefore, you can go directly to Mien Tay Bus Station to buy ticket.

Most of the routes to Ca Mau are located at the Mien Tay Bus Station. Therefore, you can go directly to Mien Tay Bus Station to buy a ticket.

Mien Tay Bus Station

Address: 395 Kinh Duong Vuong Street, An Lac Ward, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City.

Phone: (+84) 838 776 594.

Website: bxmt.com.vn

Many quality car beds for you to choose, the price is flexible and varies from time to time. Time to drive back to Ca Mau about 7 - 8 hours. Some reputation bus company you can choose:

- Phuong Trang bed car: (+84) 838 309 309

- Kumho: (+84) 838 338 180

- Phuong Thao Car: (+84) 838 353 495

- Van Thuan car: (+84) 835 020 363

Advantages and disadvantages of getting to Ca Mau by shuttle bus:

The bus will save more money for you but the waiting time is longer. And it also has non-stop ride so it hard for you to take pictures of scenery. But it is still a comfortable option.

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3. Getting to Ca Mau by motorbike - An interesting experience

You can go motorbike to Ca Mau, it is the means to help you have many experiences on the way. The distance from Ho Chi Minh - Ca Mau is 380 kilometers far distance. From Ho Chi Minh, it can be derived in two directions from Phu Lam roundabout (District 6) or District 7 (Trung Luong expressway). Common Routes:

Ho Chi Minh City (National Highway 1A) - Tan An - Trung Luong - Can Tho - Bac Lieu - Ca Mau

HCMC - Trung Luong - Vinh Long - Bac Lieu - Soc Trang - Ca Mau

Ho Chi Minh City - Tan An - My Tho - Ben Tre - Tra Vinh - Chau Doc - Ca Mau

Some reputable motorcycle rental in Saigon:

 

All are priced at US$ 3 to US$4 per day. Be aware that when traveling by motorbike, you must carry all vehicle documentation like a driver license, vehicle registration, and also passport with the foreigner. Besides, you must comply with road safety regulations such as helmets, gloves, glasses, vehicle speed, etc for your safety.

Advantages and disadvantages of getting to Ca Mau by motorbike:

Drive by a motorbike is cost saving and you have the opportunity to see the two sides of the road. It will be an incredible experience. In recently, Vietnamese young people tend to have a lot of trips by motorbike to enjoy all of the fantastic scenery along the road. But the distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Ca Mau is quite far. Therefore, if you do not have long distance motorbike experience, it is not a good idea for your safety.