THE SHORT VERSION
Rach Gia to Vung Tau at a glance.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Rach Gia
Rach Gia is a Mekong Delta port city on the Gulf of Thailand and a departure point for boats to Phu Quoc. Buses connect it with Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Ha Tien and the wider Delta.
- Rach Gia Bus Station · Bến xe Rạch Giá
Services to Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Ha Tien and Delta towns.
Arriving in Vung Tau
Many limousine vans drop at hotels. From the station, a taxi or ride-hail reaches the beaches.
- Vung Tau Bus Station · Bến xe Vũng Tàu
Services to Ho Chi Minh City and nearby provinces.
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.
- Weekend traffic between Saigon and Vung Tau can be heavy. Allow extra time.
KEEP GOING
From Vung Tau, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Vung Tau
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Rach Gia from Vung Tau by road?+
About 321 km by road (220 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Rach Gia to Vung Tau take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 30 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 Rach Gia?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Rach Gia include Rach Gia Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Vung Tau to Rach Gia?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Vung Tau to Rach Gia as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Rach Gia arrive in Vung Tau?+
It depends on the operator. In Vung Tau, services use Vung Tau Bus Station. Many limousine vans drop at hotels. From the station, a taxi or ride-hail reaches the beaches.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Vung Tau?+
Many limousine vans drop at hotels. From the station, a taxi or ride-hail reaches the beaches.
What kind of bus runs from Rach Gia to Vung Tau?+
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 Rach Gia to Vung Tau 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 Vung Tau by bus?+
Direct buses from Vung Tau include Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Da Lat, Cam Ranh and more. See all connections on our Vung Tau bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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