Ho Chi Minh City to Manila: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Manila?
The distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Manila is 1001.8 miles (1612.2 km) as the crow flies. Manila is located ENE of Ho Chi Minh City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1692.5 miles, taking about 32h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 31min. Ho Chi Minh City is in Vietnam, while Manila is in Philippines.
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 Manila. 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Manila
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 334 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 83 hours
- You could travel this distance about 24.9 times to circle the Earth's equator