THE SHORT VERSION
Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) to Ho Chi Minh City at a glance.
- From
- Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) Sân bay Tân Sơn Nhất
- To
- Ho Chi Minh City Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
- Road distance
- About 9 km
- Straight line
- 8 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) is inside Ho Chi Minh City, a short ride north of District 1. A handful of bus and van services leave directly from the airport area; most long-distance routes still start from the city's bus terminals.
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport · Sân bay Quốc tế Tân Sơn Nhất
The domestic and international terminals are separate. Pickup points vary by company.
Arriving in Ho Chi Minh City
If you arrive at a terminal on the edge of the city, it can take a long time to reach District 1 in traffic. Use a metered taxi or ride-hailing app rather than accepting an unmetered offer at the bus door.
- Mien Dong Bus Station · Bến xe Miền Đông
Eastern terminals for routes to the north and the coast. There is an older station in Binh Thanh and the larger New Mien Dong (Bến xe Miền Đông mới) further out. - Mien Tay Bus Station · Bến xe Miền Tây
South-west of the centre. The main terminal for the Mekong Delta, such as Can Tho, Chau Doc and Ha Tien. - Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1) · Phạm Ngũ Lão
Offices of many tourist and cross-border bus companies, near the main backpacker district.
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.
- “Saigon”, “Ho Chi Minh” and “Ho Chi Minh City” all refer to the same city on booking sites.
- New Mien Dong and Mien Tay are on opposite sides of the city, so check your terminal before setting off.
- Some operators run free shuttles from their terminals. Ask when you book.
KEEP GOING
From Ho Chi Minh City, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) from Ho Chi Minh City by road?+
About 9 km by road (8 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) to Ho Chi Minh City take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 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 Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) include Tan Son Nhat International Airport, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) guide.
Where does the bus from Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) arrive in Ho Chi Minh City?+
It depends on the operator. In Ho Chi Minh City, services use Mien Dong Bus Station, Mien Tay Bus Station, Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1). If you arrive at a terminal on the edge of the city, it can take a long time to reach District 1 in traffic. Use a metered taxi or ride-hailing app rather than accepting an unmetered offer at the bus door.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City?+
If you arrive at a terminal on the edge of the city, it can take a long time to reach District 1 in traffic. Use a metered taxi or ride-hailing app rather than accepting an unmetered offer at the bus door.
What kind of bus runs from Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) to Ho Chi Minh City?+
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 Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City by bus?+
Direct buses from Ho Chi Minh City include Bien Hoa, My Tho, Bavet, Ben Tre, Vung Tau and more. See all connections on our Ho Chi Minh City 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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