Ho Chi Minh City to Hong Kong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Hong Kong?

The distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Hong Kong is 937.6 miles (1509 km) as the crow flies. Hong Kong is located NNE of Ho Chi Minh City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1526.5 miles, taking about 29h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 23min. Ho Chi Minh City is in Vietnam, while Hong Kong is in Hong Kong.

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 Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong. 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.