THE SHORT VERSION
Vinh Long to Can Tho at a glance.
- From
- Vinh Long Vĩnh Long
- To
- Can Tho Cần Thơ
- Road distance
- About 40 km
- Straight line
- 32 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Can Tho to Vinh Long →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vinh Long
Vinh Long is a Mekong Delta city on the river between Can Tho and My Tho, known for homestays on An Binh island. It has several bus terminals, which can be confusing.
- Vinh Long Bus Station · Bến xe Vĩnh Long
South of the centre. Used by major operators to Ho Chi Minh City. - Old town-centre terminal · Bến xe khách Vĩnh Long
Local and regional buses, including Can Tho.
Arriving in Can Tho
The bus station is outside the riverside centre. Some companies run shuttles to their city offices.
- Can Tho Central Bus Station · Bến xe Trung tâm Cần Thơ
Services to Ho Chi Minh City and across the Delta.

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.
- Book floating-market boat trips for early morning, which is when the markets are busiest.
KEEP GOING
From Can Tho, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Can Tho
More buses from Vinh Long
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vinh Long from Can Tho by road?+
About 40 km by road (32 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vinh Long to Can Tho take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 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 Vinh Long?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Vinh Long include Vinh Long Bus Station, Old town-centre terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Can Tho to Vinh Long?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Can Tho to Vinh Long guide.
Where does the bus from Vinh Long arrive in Can Tho?+
It depends on the operator. In Can Tho, services use Can Tho Central Bus Station. The bus station is outside the riverside centre. Some companies run shuttles to their city offices.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Can Tho?+
The bus station is outside the riverside centre. Some companies run shuttles to their city offices.
What kind of bus runs from Vinh Long to Can Tho?+
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 Vinh Long to Can Tho 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 Can Tho by bus?+
Direct buses from Can Tho include Rach Gia, Chau Doc, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Tien, Vung Tau and more. See all connections on our Can Tho 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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