Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Bangkok from Ho Chi Minh City?
The distance from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City is 460.6 miles (741.3 km) as the crow flies. Ho Chi Minh City is located ESE of Bangkok. By car, the driving distance is approximately 560 miles, taking about 11h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Bangkok is in Thailand, while Ho Chi Minh City is in Vietnam.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.
Coordinates come from public place data for Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
- You could travel this distance about 54.1 times to circle the Earth's equator