THE SHORT VERSION
Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Hoi at a glance.
- From
- Ho Chi Minh City Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
- To
- Dong Hoi Đồng Hới
- Road distance
- About 1040 km
- Straight line
- 742 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~12 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Dong Hoi to Ho Chi Minh City →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is the hub for the south. Northbound and Mekong Delta buses use different terminals, and tourist buses, including services to Cambodia, often start from company offices in the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker area of District 1.
- Mien Dong Bus Station · Bến xe Miền Đông
Eastern terminals for routes to the north and the coast. There is an older station in Binh Thanh and the larger New Mien Dong (Bến xe Miền Đông mới) further out. - Mien Tay Bus Station · Bến xe Miền Tây
South-west of the centre. The main terminal for the Mekong Delta, such as Can Tho, Chau Doc and Ha Tien. - Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1) · Phạm Ngũ Lão
Offices of many tourist and cross-border bus companies, near the main backpacker district.
Arriving in Dong Hoi
Local buses and taxis connect Dong Hoi with Phong Nha.
- Dong Hoi Bus Station · Bến xe Đồng Hới
Regional and north–south services.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- If Phong Nha is your goal, check whether a direct bus to the village suits you better.
KEEP GOING
From Dong Hoi, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Dong Hoi
More buses from Ho Chi Minh City
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Dong Hoi by road?+
About 1040 km by road (742 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Hoi take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 12 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ho Chi Minh City?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ho Chi Minh City include Mien Dong Bus Station, Mien Tay Bus Station, Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Dong Hoi to Ho Chi Minh City?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Dong Hoi to Ho Chi Minh City guide.
Where does the bus from Ho Chi Minh City arrive in Dong Hoi?+
It depends on the operator. In Dong Hoi, services use Dong Hoi Bus Station. Local buses and taxis connect Dong Hoi with Phong Nha.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Dong Hoi?+
Local buses and taxis connect Dong Hoi with Phong Nha.
What kind of bus runs from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Hoi?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Hoi bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Dong Hoi by bus?+
Direct buses from Dong Hoi include Ha Tinh, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ninh Binh and more. See all connections on our Dong Hoi bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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