Ho Chi Minh City to Phuket: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Phuket?
The distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Phuket is 597.2 miles (961.1 km) as the crow flies. Phuket is located WSW of Ho Chi Minh City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1076 miles, taking about 21h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Ho Chi Minh City is in Vietnam, while Phuket is in Thailand.
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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Phuket. 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 Phuket
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Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator