THE SHORT VERSION
Nha Trang to Rach Gia at a glance.
- From
- Nha Trang
- To
- Rach Gia Rạch Giá
- Road distance
- About 642 km
- Straight line
- 518 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Rach Gia to Nha Trang →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Nha Trang
Nha Trang is a stop for almost every long-distance sleeper bus on the coast and has frequent links to Da Lat. Its main bus stations are outside the beach area, although tourist buses often drop near the centre.
- Southern (Central) Bus Station · Bến xe phía Nam Nha Trang
West of the centre on 23 Tháng 10 road. Many long-distance and Da Lat services. - Northern Bus Station · Bến xe phía Bắc Nha Trang
Services heading north along the coast.
Arriving in Rach Gia
Some large operators run free shuttles from the bus station to hotels. Ask the bus staff when you arrive.
- Rach Gia Bus Station · Bến xe Rạch Giá
Services to Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Ha Tien and Delta towns.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Boats to Phu Quoc leave from the Rach Gia ferry terminal. Combined bus-and-boat tickets are common.
KEEP GOING
From Rach Gia, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Rach Gia
More buses from Nha Trang
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Nha Trang from Rach Gia by road?+
About 642 km by road (518 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Nha Trang to Rach Gia take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Nha Trang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Nha Trang include Southern (Central) Bus Station, Northern Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Rach Gia to Nha Trang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Rach Gia to Nha Trang guide.
Where does the bus from Nha Trang arrive in Rach Gia?+
It depends on the operator. In Rach Gia, services use Rach Gia Bus Station. Some large operators run free shuttles from the bus station to hotels. Ask the bus staff when you arrive.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Rach Gia?+
Some large operators run free shuttles from the bus station to hotels. Ask the bus staff when you arrive.
What kind of bus runs from Nha Trang to Rach Gia?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Nha Trang to Rach Gia bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Rach Gia by bus?+
Direct buses from Rach Gia include Can Tho, Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau, Da Lat. See all connections on our Rach Gia bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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