Chiang Mai to Ho Chi Minh City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chiang Mai from Ho Chi Minh City?

The distance from Chiang Mai to Ho Chi Minh City is 750.4 miles (1207.6 km) as the crow flies. Ho Chi Minh City is located SE of Chiang Mai. By car, the driving distance is approximately 920.3 miles, taking about 18h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 1min. Chiang Mai is in Thailand, while Ho Chi Minh City is in Vietnam.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chiang Mai 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.